The 09-0571-00-08 is an M16 male cable connector from the series 680 designed for miniature industrial applications requiring reliable signal and power transmission. It features 8 contacts (08-a) with straight connector pins, solder termination, and a screw-type locking system, accommodating cable cross-sections of 0.75 mm² (AWG 18) with cable outlet diameters of 3.0–6.0 mm. Electrically, the connector is rated for 60 V nominal with a 500 V impulse rating, carries 5.0 A per contact, and maintains insulation resistance of =10¹° O; it operates across -40 °C to +85 °C and withstands over 500 mating cycles. The unshielded design complies with DIN EN 61076-2-106 and achieves IP40 protection, making it suitable for plant engineering, control systems, and electrical equipment where robust, compact connectivity is required.