What is an industrial connector?

An industrial connector is a robust electrical interface designed for use in demanding environments. Compared to standard connectors, industrial connectors are:<ul><li>Resistant to dust, moisture, and vibrations</li><li>Designed for high reliability and long service life</li><li>Suitable for quick connection and disconnection of machines and systems</li></ul>They are essential in production environments where uptime and safety are critical.

What's the difference between metal and plastic connectors?

Plastic: lightweight, corrosion-resistant, cost-effective, ideal for indoor equipment, control panels and general-purpose signal or data applications.Metal: high strength, superior shielding, heat and impact resistance, best for harsh industrial environments, vibration-heavy machinery or outdoor installations.

In which industries can LAPP connectors be used?

LAPP connectors are highly versatile and can be used across virtually all industries, including:<ul><li>Mechanical engineering</li><li>Automotive</li><li>Food & beverage</li><li>Energy & infrastructure</li><li>Transport & logistics</li><li>Industrial automation</li></ul>Thanks to their modular design and robust construction, they are suitable for both standard and demanding industrial environments.

What connection technologies do EPIC® connectors from LAPP offer?

LAPP provides a wide range of connection technologies for industrial connectors, ensuring the right solution for every application. These include:<ul><li>Screw connection – robust and reliable, ideal for fixed installations</li><li>Crimp connection – suitable for applications requiring a strong and durable connection</li><li>Spring clamp (push-in) – fast and efficient installation without tools</li><li>Solder connection – for specific applications where precision is required</li></ul>This variety allows you to choose the best technology based on installation speed, maintenance needs, and operational reliability.

What does IP65 mean, and do LAPP connectors meet this standard?

IP65 is a protection rating that defines the level of resistance against external influences:<ul><li>IP6x: completely dust-tight</li><li>IPx5: protected against water jets from all directions</li></ul>All LAPP connectors meet at least the IP65 protection rating, making them highly resistant to dust and moisture. This ensures reliable performance in challenging industrial environments.

EPIC®: Connecting the future of industry

Reliable connectivity starts here

EPIC connectors provide secure, detachable connections for power, signal and data across industrial environments. They are built for fast installation, long service life and consistent performance under demanding conditions. Each connector ensures a stable link that remains secure, aligned and reliably sealed.

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Which essential requirements must a connector meet?

Industrial connectors must maintain stable power, signal or data transfer even under vibration, movement or harsh environmental conditions. The connector housing, contacts and locking mechanism must work together to ensure a secure, long-lasting connection that does not loosen or degrade over time.

Connectors for industrial use must meet defined IP protection classes (e.g., IP65, IP67, IP68) to prevent dust and moisture from entering the interface. This ensures that cables and devices maintain safe and uninterrupted operation across demanding indoor and outdoor environments.

Connectors must be designed for quick, intuitive installation on machinery, panels and systems. Clear coding, robust housings and modular inserts help reduce wiring mistakes, minimise downtime and support repeatable, tool-assisted assembly.

Connectors must prevent tension on cables and ensure that the contact interface remains securely aligned. Effective strain relief protects the conductor, prevents signal loss and maintains a stable connection throughout the connector’s service life.

Which type of connectors can you find at LAPP?

Rectangular connectors

Circular connectors

Solar connectors

Data connectors

Where are our connectors used?

Robotics

Mechanical and plant engineering

Food & beverages

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FAQ

An industrial connector is a robust electrical interface designed for use in demanding environments. Compared to standard connectors, industrial connectors are:

Resistant to dust, moisture, and vibrations
Designed for high reliability and long service life
Suitable for quick connection and disconnection of machines and systems

They are essential in production environments where uptime and safety are critical.

Plastic: lightweight, corrosion-resistant, cost-effective, ideal for indoor equipment, control panels and general-purpose signal or data applications.

Metal: high strength, superior shielding, heat and impact resistance, best for harsh industrial environments, vibration-heavy machinery or outdoor installations.

LAPP connectors are highly versatile and can be used across virtually all industries, including:

Mechanical engineering
Automotive
Food & beverage
Energy & infrastructure
Transport & logistics
Industrial automation

Thanks to their modular design and robust construction, they are suitable for both standard and demanding industrial environments.

LAPP provides a wide range of connection technologies for industrial connectors, ensuring the right solution for every application. These include:

Screw connection – robust and reliable, ideal for fixed installations
Crimp connection – suitable for applications requiring a strong and durable connection
Spring clamp (push-in) – fast and efficient installation without tools
Solder connection – for specific applications where precision is required

This variety allows you to choose the best technology based on installation speed, maintenance needs, and operational reliability.

IP65 is a protection rating that defines the level of resistance against external influences:

IP6x: completely dust-tight
IPx5: protected against water jets from all directions

All LAPP connectors meet at least the IP65 protection rating, making them highly resistant to dust and moisture. This ensures reliable performance in challenging industrial environments.