Overview
The Allen-Bradley 871A-TS4-DM1 is a field-attachable terminal chamber connector in the 871A series, designed for DC Micro (M12) applications. This straight male, 4-pin connector is commonly used to terminate cordsets for inductive proximity sensors and other industrial automation devices. The unit is new in box and ready for immediate deployment in maintenance and upgrade scenarios.
Key Features
- Straight male, 4-pin M12 connector configuration
- Field-attachable design for on-site assembly and termination
- PG7 rear nut thread for secure panel mounting
- Accommodates cable jackets 4–6 mm in diameter
- 250V AC/DC rated with 4A current capacity
- Durable construction for harsh industrial environments
Technical Specifications
| Connector Type | DC Micro (M12) Terminal Chamber |
| Configuration | Straight Male, 4-Pin |
| Voltage Rating | 250V AC/DC |
| Current Capacity | 4 Amps |
| Rear Nut Thread | PG7 |
| Cable Jacket Diameter | 4–6 mm (0.16–0.24 in) |
| Connection System | M12 DC Micro |
| Series | Allen-Bradley 871A |
| Condition | New in Box |
| Manufacturer | Rockwell Automation (Allen-Bradley) |
Typical Applications
The 871A-TS4-DM1 connector is ideal for:
- Inductive proximity sensor termination and field assembly
- Industrial automation system cordset connections
- Manufacturing control systems and machine vision installations
- Automotive welding equipment and assembly line sensors
- Food and beverage processing plant sensor integration
- Light-duty and harsh washdown environments requiring robust M12 connectivity
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Allen-Bradley inductive proximity sensors (871A, 871C, 871L series)
- Rockwell Automation DC Micro M12 sensor networks
- Standard M12 straight male connector systems
- EtherNet/IP and ControlLogix automation platforms using M12 sensor I/O
- RSLinx and Studio 5000 environments with configured M12 sensor modules
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- 871A-TS4-DM (standard version without revision “1”)
- Equivalent Rockwell Automation DC Micro 4-pin straight male connectors
Works With
- Allen-Bradley sensor and proximity switch product lines
- Rockwell Automation distributed I/O and sensor networks
- M12 connector ecosystems in industrial automation control systems
- CompactLogix, ControlLogix, and RSLinx industrial control platforms
- Standard EtherNet/IP and PROFINET-enabled sensor networks
