When a machine's control cable or connector I/O needs attention, you're usually choosing between two repair paths: swap in a cable assembly or build/repair the connection point with an industrial connector. The two options here sit at opposite ends of that decision. One gives you the cable path; the other gives you the connection point. The Klockner Bartelt 500081 6 Industrial Control Cable Assembly is priced at USD 159.99. The CNLINKO plug is priced at USD 13.62.
Quick verdict
Choose the Klockner Bartelt assembly if you want a single cable assembly and can accept the variability that comes with a surplus item. Choose the CNLINKO connector if you need an industrial plug and are ready to wire it to your own cable. If you are replacing a worn cable, the assembly approach saves wiring work. If you are wiring a junction, the connector approach gives you more control.
At a glance
| Product | Price | Relative Price | Condition | Standout Detail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Klockner Bartelt 500081 6 Industrial Control Cable Assembly | USD 159.99 | Used | Full cable assembly | |
| CNLINKO 4 Pin Power Industrial Connector Female Plug Waterproof IP67 Signal M20 | USD 13.62 | New | IP67 waterproofing, gold-plated contacts, bayonet coupling |
Both products serve real maintenance needs, but they are not interchangeable. Your starting point-whether you have a cable to replace or a connector to install-determines which one makes sense.
Where each product wins
- Klockner Bartelt wins when you need the assembly as a single part and don't want to assemble a connector yourself. If your machine already has a Klockner Bartelt cable layout, matching that assembly is straightforward.
- CNLINKO wins when you need a connection point and want the flexibility to wire the plug to your own cable. When you are building a custom cable, a separate connector gives you control over length and routing.
Product notes
Klockner Bartelt 500081 6 Industrial Control Cable Assembly
This is a fitting choice for someone who wants a full cable assembly rather than a loose connector. As a pre-owned unit, it carries the Klockner Bartelt name and the 500081-6 part number, which helps when you're matching an existing machine configuration. Where it fits well is a machine that already uses a Klockner Bartelt control cable layout, because the part number gives you a specific reference point. It is not a from-the-factory component, so exact firmware or revision matching is something you should keep in mind. For shops that keep spare assemblies on hand, this is a practical way to stock a replacement without building a cable from scratch. The main limitation is the pre-owned condition: exact revisions can vary, so this is not a guarantee that every machine interface will match.
CNLINKO 4 Pin Power Industrial Connector Female Plug Waterproof IP67 Signal M20
If you're building a cable or replacing a damaged connector, this new female plug gives you IP67 waterproofing, gold-plated contacts, and a quarter-turn bayonet coupling. The 4-pin design supports signal and power, and the 14-12 AWG range tells you what size cable it expects. Because it is a female plug, you'll be wiring the incoming cable into this connector, and the bayonet coupling makes the mating side quick to lock. The main limit is the 14-12 AWG wire range, so heavier cables are outside its supported range. That makes it suited to a specific wiring job rather than a ready-made cable replacement.
Final choice by use case
- Need a control cable assembly: choose the Klockner Bartelt 500081 6 Industrial Control Cable Assembly.
- Need a connector for signal and power, with 14-12 AWG cable: choose the CNLINKO plug.
- For a connector-only repair, the CNLINKO plug is the appropriate component.
