The 6ES7194-2MH10-1AA0 is the straight-connector version of the ET 200AL 1-meter power extension—straight M8 plug to straight M8 socket, gray PUR jacket, 24VDC rated. It extends an existing power rail by one meter without replacing the installed cabling.

When does a straight extension make more sense than angled?

Straight M8 connectors are easier to grip, faster to mate, and route the cable perpendicular to the module face. If your enclosure has 50mm or more of clearance from the module front, straight connectors are the practical default. Choose angled connectors (6ES7194-2MH10-1AB0) only when the door closes tight or the cable must route parallel to the mounting surface.

Gray jacket means power—here is why that matters

The ET 200AL system uses a safety-critical color code: gray cables carry 24VDC power, green cables carry PROFINET bus data. Cross-plugging sends 24V into an Ethernet PHY, destroying the interface. This cable's gray jacket and 4×0.50mm² unshielded PP-core conductors identify it as a power-only conductor. Verify the port color before connecting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between this cable and a plug-to-plug daisy-chain cable?

A plug-to-plug cable (e.g., 6ES7194-2MH10-0AA0) connects two modules directly—both ends are male plugs that insert into female module ports. This plug-to-socket cable has a male plug on one end and a female socket on the other, designed for extending a power run: the plug goes into the source, the socket provides the same connection point farther away.

What is the minimum bend radius for installation?

Single-bend minimum is 20mm; for repeated flexing in cable tracks, maintain a 51mm minimum bend radius. The cable is rated for 2 million flex cycles at this radius.