09-0174-90-08 is an M16 female panel mount connector designed for industrial control and signal distribution applications. It features 8 contacts (08-a configuration) with a straight socket design, unshielded construction, and front mounting capability. The connector is rated IP68 for dust and water ingress protection, operates across a temperature range of -40°C to +95°C, and supports over 500 mating cycles with a screw locking system. Electrical specifications include a rated voltage of 60 V, rated current of 5.0 A, and insulation resistance of =10¹° O. The housing is zinc die-cast nickel-plated with PBT (UL94 V-0) contact body material and silver-plated bronze contacts, making it suitable for harsh environments in plant engineering, control equipment, and AISG-compliant applications.