M23 connectors on force-torque sensors (ATI, Kistler, Robotiq) carry analog outputs or RS-485 digital data for 6-axis force and torque measurement in robot wrist and gripper applications.
| Pin | Name | Function | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | VCC | Supply voltage 12-24V | PWR |
| 2 | GND | Ground | GND |
| 3 | FX | Force X axis analog output | ADC |
| 4 | FY | Force Y axis analog output | ADC |
| 5 | FZ | Force Z axis analog output | ADC |
| 6 | TX | Torque X axis analog output | ADC |
| 7 | TY | Torque Y axis analog output | ADC |
| 8 | TZ | Torque Z axis analog output | ADC |
| 9 | RS485+ | RS-485 data positive | BUS |
| 10 | RS485- | RS-485 data negative | BUS |