Description

Most 2500-Series I/O modules employ a specially-designed 40

position screw-terminal connector for terminating the field I/O

wiring. This connector allows termination of multiple wires with

access to both the wire and the screw clamp from the front of

the module.

Features

• 2500-40F Replaces Siemens® 2587705-8011

• Front access to screws and wires

• 14-22 AWG

• 15A, 300V rating

• Special 2559-FPC 40-position connector includes cold

junction compensation for the 2556-A and the 2559-TC

Thermocouple input module

Important Note: Do not tighten screws beyond 4.55 in-lb

(0.508 N-m) torque rating, as damage can occur.

Specifications

• Housing:  Glass filled polyester UL recognized

flammability classification 94V-0. black, 130°C

max operating temperature

• Contacts:  Copper alloy, selective gold over

nickel

• Screws:  #3-48 steel, zinc plating with clear

chromate coating

• Wire cage:  Steel, zinc plating with clear

chromate coating

• Cam:  Steel alloy, zinc plating with clear

chromate coating

• Ratings: 15A, 300V, (limited space ratings)

• Wire range:  14-22 AWG ( 0.32 – 2 mm2  )

(solid or stranded)

• Tightening torque:  3.5 to 4.5 in-lb (0.395 N-m

to 0.508 N-m)