Overview
The Turck U2444-1 (RK 4.4T-1-RS 4.4T) is an actuator and sensor extension cable cordset designed for reliable connectivity in industrial automation environments. This double-ended configuration features one straight female M12 connector and one straight male M12 connector, each with 4 pins. The cable is pre-assembled and ready for immediate installation, making it an ideal drop-in solution for sensor and actuator wiring.
Key Features
- Double-ended design with female M12 (straight) and male M12 (straight) connectors
- 4-pin Eurofast M12 connectors with nickel-plated brass coupling nuts
- 1-meter cable length for flexible installation routing
- Gray PVC jacket with 4×22 AWG conductors
- IP67 and IP68 rated for wet and submerged environments
- Oil-resistant, sunlight-resistant, and -40°C cold bend rated cable
- UL 1685 FT4, UL 1061, and CSA FT4 flame certifications
- Flexlife® and C-Track approved for continuous flexing applications
Technical Specifications
- Cable Length: 1.0 meter
- Connector Type (End A): M12 × 1 female, straight, 4-pin
- Connector Type (End B): M12 × 1 male, straight, 4-pin
- Cable Jacket Material: PVC (gray)
- Conductor Gauge: 4 × 22 AWG
- Cable Diameter: 5.33 mm
- Rated Voltage: 250 V AC
- Rated Current: 4 A
- Ingress Protection (IP) Rating: IP67, IP68
- Operating Temperature: -40°C cold bend rating
- Coupling Material: Nickel-plated brass
- Certifications: UL 1685 FT4, UL 1061, CSA FT4, Flexlife®, C-Track approved
Typical Applications
The Turck U2444-1 cordset is suitable for:
- Sensor signal lines in automated production systems
- Actuator control connections in industrial equipment
- Instrumentation and measurement circuits
- Wet, corrosive, or temperature-extreme environments requiring IP67/IP68 protection
- Flexible manufacturing and assembly line installations
- Extended reach connections between control cabinets and field devices
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Any M12 A-code female connector receptacle (straight, 4-pin)
- Any M12 A-code male connector receptacle (straight, 4-pin)
- Turck sensor and actuator products with M12 Eurofast connections
- Third-party automation systems and sensors with standard M12 connectors
- IP67/IP68-rated field junction boxes and manifolds
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- RK 4.4T-1-RS 4.4T (alternate format)
- RK 4.4T1RS 4.4T (no-hyphen variant)
- RK 44T-1-RS 44T (legacy format)
Works With
- M12 A-code (Eurofast) sensor and actuator systems
- Standard 4-wire industrial control circuits
- Turck TBEN, TN, and Connect + gateway systems
- Any PLC or controller supporting M12 sensor inputs/outputs
