Phoenix NBC/NCC Series Industrial Connector Cables Selection Guide

Opening: Comprehensive Connectivity Solutions for Industrial Automation & Control

The Phoenix NBC/NCC series delivers industrial-grade pre-assembled connector cables tailored for M12/M8/COX interfaces, covering long-distance transmission, ruggedized environments, and specialized system compatibility. These cables feature diverse interface types (M12MSD/MS/MRD/MR/FSBPS/FSBP/FS, M8MS, COX), extended length coverage (0.3m–90.0m), industrial coding (93/94 series), and critical features (US certification, CMC compatibility, 10G high-speed, SCO IP protection, PG9 cable glands). Designed for sensor/actuator wiring, PLC communication, cross-workshop interconnection, and harsh industrial scenarios, they ensure reliable signal/power transmission with industrial-grade durability and universal compatibility.

I. Core Advantages of the Series

1. Multi-Interface & Length Versatility

   • Interface Coverage: M12 (mainstream industrial), M8 (miniature compact), COX (specialized connection) to match diverse device requirements;
   • Length Range: 0.3m (cabinet-internal) to 90.0m (cross-factory) for short/long-distance wiring needs;
   • Adapter Compatibility: R4AC/R4RC/R4A universal adapters for seamless integration with heterogeneous industrial equipment.

2. Industrial-Grade Reliability & Compliance

   • Wide operating temperature (-40°C to +85°C) and IP65/IP67 protection (SCO suffix) for dust, moisture, and vibration resistance;
   • US certification (US suffix) for North American market compliance (UL/CSA standards);
   • Robust coding (93B/93C/93E/93F/93G/94B/94L/94F) for secure device matching and signal integrity.

3. Specialized Functional Design

   • High-Speed Data: 10G suffix variants (1412315/1419482) support 10Gbps transmission for vision systems/industrial Ethernet;
   • System Compatibility: CMC-enabled variants (1524404/1524394) for specialized control systems;
   • Ruggedized Performance: MRD sub-series (1105804/1416744) for harsh outdoor/vibration-prone environments;
   • Enhanced Protection: SCO (sealed) protection, PG9 cable glands (1411335), and WB (weatherproof) design (NCC-R4AC) for extreme conditions.

4. Plug-and-Play Deployment

   • Pre-terminated connectors with twist-lock mechanisms for quick, error-free installation;
   • Color-coding (OR=orange, 1408357) for easy wiring identification;
   • DIN rail-compatible accessories and standard mounting options for control cabinet integration.

II. Product Classification & Detailed Parameter Table

The series is categorized by interface series (NCC-R4AC, NBC-M12, NBC-M8MS, NBC-FS, NBC-COX, NBC-10) with sub-variants based on length, coding, adapter, and special features.

1. NCC Series (Long-Distance R4AC Interface Cables)

2. NBC-M12 Series (12mm Industrial Interface Cables)

2.1 NBC-M12MSD Sub-Series (Mainstream Signal M12)

2.2 NBC-M12MS Sub-Series (General Signal M12)

2.3 NBC-M12MRD Sub-Series (Ruggedized M12)

2.4 NBC-M12MR Sub-Series (Specialized M12)

2.5 NBC-M12FS Series (High-Speed/Protected M12)

3. NBC-M8MS Series (8mm Miniature Interface Cables)

4. NBC-FS Series (Specialized FS Interface Cables)

5. NBC-COX Series (Specialized COX Interface Cables)

6. NBC-10 Series (General-Purpose Industrial Cables)

III. Nomenclature Decoding: Understanding the Part Number System

[Series]-[Interface Type]/[Length]-[Coding]/[Adapter/Interface]-[Special Features]

• Series:
  • NCC = Long-distance R4AC interface cables;
  • NBC = Multi-interface industrial connector cables.
• Interface Type:
  • M12MSD/MS/MRD/MR/FSBPS/FSBP/FS = M12 interface variants (mainstream/ruggedized/high-speed);
  • M8MS = M8 miniature interface;
  • COX-CNM/CKM = COX specialized interface;
  • FSD/FSDBPS/FSBPXS/FSBPX = FS specialized interface.
• Length: Specified in meters (0.3m–90.0m), with commas as decimal separators.
• Coding: 93/94 series industrial coding (93B/93C/93E/93F/93G/94B/94L/94F) for device compatibility.
• Adapter/Interface:
  • R4AC/R4RC/R4A = Universal industrial adapters;
  • M12MSD/M8MS/COX-CNM = Homogeneous interface (male-male);
  • PG9 = Cable gland size.
• Special Features:
  • CMC = Compatibility with CMC control systems;
  • US = North American market certification (UL/CSA);
  • 10G = 10Gbps high-speed data transmission;
  • SCO = IP-rated sealed protection;
  • WB = Weatherproof design;
  • LR = Long-range optimized;
  • OR = Orange color-coding;
  • PG9 = PG9 cable gland for secure wiring;
  • L/M = COX series product tiers.

IV. 3-Step Quick Selection Technique

Step 1: Select Interface Type Based on Device Requirements

• M12 mainstream devices (sensors/actuators): Choose NBC-M12MSD (general) or NBC-M12MRD (ruggedized) variants.
• M8 miniature compact devices: Opt for NBC-M8MS series (space-constrained applications).
• Specialized COX/FS devices: Select NBC-COX (COX interface) or NBC-FS (high-speed/protected) series.
• Long-distance (≤90m) R4AC devices: Pick NCC-R4AC (weatherproof, cross-factory transmission).

Step 2: Match Length & Coding to System Needs

• Length selection:
  • Cabinet-internal/short-distance (≤2m): 0.3m–2.0m variants (e.g., 1407525/1411335);
  • Medium-distance (3m–15m): 3.0m–15.0m variants (e.g., 1403499/1524404);
  • Long-distance (20m–90m): 20.0m–90.0m variants (e.g., 1192134/2403692).
• Coding matching: Verify device coding (93/94 series) and select identical coding variants (e.g., 93B devices use 93B-coded cables).

Step 3: Add Special Features for Environment & Compliance

• North American market: Select US-suffix variants (1406117/1406122) to meet UL/CSA standards.
• CMC control systems: Choose CMC-compatible variants (1524404/1524394).
• High-speed data (10Gbps): Opt for 10G-suffix FS series (1412315/1419482).
• Harsh environments (dust/moisture/vibration): Pick SCO-protected (1407445/1407531) or MRD ruggedized (1105804/1416749) variants.
• Secure cable management: Select PG9 gland variants (1411335) for vibration-prone installations.

V. Recommended Industry-Scenario Combinations

VI. Selection Pitfall Avoidance Guide

1. Coding Mismatch: 93B devices using 93C-coded cables → Verify device coding and select identical variants (e.g., 93B devices use 1407526) to prevent connection failure.
2. Length Underestimation: Cross-factory 80m transmission using 30m cables → Choose 90m NCC-R4AC (2403692) or 30m+60m cascaded variants for sufficient length.
3. US Certification Neglect: North American projects using non-US cables → Select US-suffix models (1406117/1406122) to meet local regulatory requirements.
4. High-Speed Needs Using Standard Cables: 10Gbps vision systems using non-10G cables → Opt for 10G-suffix FS series (1412315) to avoid data bottlenecks.
5. Harsh Environment Using Standard Cables: Outdoor sensors using non-SCO/MRD cables → Pick ruggedized (MRD) or sealed (SCO) variants (1105804/1407445) to prevent damage from dust/moisture.
6. Interface Incompatibility: COX devices using M12 cables → Select NBC-COX series (1340123/1340149) for specialized interface matching.

Conclusion: Select the Right NBC/NCC Cable for Seamless Industrial Connectivity

The Phoenix NBC/NCC series provides comprehensive pre-assembled connector cables for M12/M8/COX interfaces, covering long-distance transmission, ruggedized environments, high-speed data, and specialized system compatibility.