Overview
The Turck RKM 30-2M U2027 is an industrial-grade Minifast sensor cable cordset engineered for factory automation, machine control, and instrumentation applications. With a 2-meter length and straight 7/8″ female Minifast connector, this single-ended cordset provides robust connectivity between field sensors and PLC I/O or motion control modules. The yellow PVC jacket with gold-plated contacts ensures corrosion resistance and long service life in harsh manufacturing environments.
Key Features
- Minifast 7/8″ Female Connector: Industry-standard threaded coupling for secure, vibration-resistant connections
- IP67/NEMA 6P Sealed Rating: Protects against liquid ingress and dust in washdown or outdoor installations
- 3-Conductor Configuration: 18 AWG stranded copper with gold-plated contacts for reliable signal transmission
- Temperature & Chemical Resistant: Rated to +105°C; UV, oil, and sunlight resistant jacket with UL 1685 FT4 flame rating
- Compact Design: 6.2 mm cable diameter permits flexible routing through tight conduit and panel spaces
Technical Specifications
- Part Number (U2027): Turck RKM 30-2M
- Cable Length: 2 meters (± 50 mm or 4% per IEC 61076-2-109)
- Connector Type: Minifast 7/8″ straight female
- Number of Conductors: 3
- Conductor Size: 18 AWG (0.076″)
- Cable Diameter: Ø 6.2 mm
- Voltage Rating: 300 V
- Current Rating: 9 A
- Operating Temperature: −40 to +105°C
- Jacket Material: Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), yellow
- Seal Rating: IP67 / NEMA 6P
- Certifications: UL 1685 FT4, UL 1061, CSA FT4; C-Track & Flexlife® approved
- Contacts: Gold-plated brass (nickel-plated coupling)
Typical Applications
- Proximity and photoelectric sensor connections to Allen-Bradley, Siemens, and Mitsubishi PLCs
- Motor starter and drive I/O wiring in food processing, packaging, and assembly lines
- Machine vision and quality control sensor interfaces
- Harsh-environment industrial automation in washdown facilities and outdoor control cabinets
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Allen-Bradley CompactLogix, ControlLogix, and Micro800 series PLCs (via discrete I/O modules)
- Siemens S7-1200, S7-1500, and LOGO controllers
- Mitsubishi FX and Q series PLC I/O terminals
- Turck multiprotocol I/O hubs and sensor multiplexers
- Standard industrial 24 VDC sensor networks
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Turck RKM 30-2M (all revisions with U2027 identifier)
- Legacy Turck Minifast cordsets of equivalent 2M, 3-conductor, 7/8″ female configuration
Works With
- Turck TBEN-S2-4IOL and TN Ethernet I/O modules (for sensor hub integration)
- EtherCAT and PROFINET field gateways (via appropriate terminal blocks)
- Discrete sensor wiring to any 300V/9A-rated industrial control system
- Studio 5000 and TIA Portal projects managing discrete sensor I/O
