Explore Molex 83422 Series Micro-D CMD 15-pin cable assemblies. Compatible with Molex 834229007, 834229013, 834229018, 834229053, 834229054, and 834229055 by Premier Cable.

 

As industrial automation, machine vision, aerospace, and electronic control systems continue to become more compact, traditional DB15 connectors are often too large for space-constrained equipment. Commercial Micro-D (CMD) connectors provide a high-density alternative by combining a compact footprint with reliable electrical performance.

 

1. What Is the Molex 83422 Series Cable?

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The Molex 83422 Series is a family of pre-assembled cable assemblies built around 15-position Commercial Micro-D (CMD) female connectors. Featuring a 1.27 mm (0.050") contact pitch, these cables deliver 15 signal circuits in a package significantly smaller than a standard DB15 connector, making them well suited for high-density electronic systems.

The Molex 83422 Series consists of two primary product categories:

 

• Micro-D CMD 15 Circuits Female to Open-End Pigtail
• Micro-D CMD 15 Circuits Female to Female Extension Cable

 

Each cable length is assigned a different Molex part number, while the connector configuration remains the same.

 

Premier Cable offers compatible cable assemblies for the entire Molex 83422 Series, with OEM and ODM customization available for cable length, wire type, shielding, and connector configuration.

 

2. Two Main Cable Configurations

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Although the connector interface remains the same, the Molex 83422 Series is divided into two different cable types based on the opposite cable end.

 

① Micro-D, CMD 15 Circuits, Female to Open-End Pigtail 

 

This version features a 15-position Commercial Micro-D female connector on one end and an open-ended pigtail on the other, allowing direct integration into control systems, custom wiring harnesses, or equipment assemblies.

 

Molex Part Number	Length	Premier Cable Compatible
834229007	0.46 m	PCM-S-0591
834229013	0.91 m	PCM-S-0591
834229018	1.83 m	PCM-S-0591

 

PCM-S-0591 Compatible with Molex 834229007, 834229013, 834229018 with OEM Length Available.

 

Typical Applications :

 

In addition to industrial control systems, these cables are commonly used as machine vision trigger cables, including:

 

• imaWorx frame grabbers
• Basler CXP-12 Interface Cards
• Industrial camera trigger interfaces
• D-Sub I/O cables with Micro-D 15 connectors

 

Typical I/O signals include:

 

• Strobe output
• Camera trigger
• Encoder feedback
• PLC communication
• External synchronization

 

For example, a D-Sub I/O Cable with a Micro-D 15 connector can be used with Basler CXP-12 Interface Cards and imaWorx frame grabbers to access camera I/O functions, including trigger input, strobe output, encoder feedback, and synchronization signals.

2. Micro-D CMD 15 Circuits Female to Female Extension Cable

 

 

This category features 15-position Commercial Micro-D female connectors on both ends, making it ideal for extending existing Micro-D interfaces between devices.

 

Molex Part Number	Length	Premier Cable Compatible
834229053	0.46 m	PCM-S-0789
834229054	0.91 m	PCM-S-0789
834229055	1.83 m	PCM-S-0789

 

PCM-S-0789 Compatible with Molex 834229053, 834229054, 834229055 with OEM Length Available.

 

Typical Applications:

 

• Interface extension
• Industrial automation
• Equipment interconnection
• Embedded control equipment
• Test and measurement systems
   

Key Features :

 

• Smaller footprint than conventional DB15 connectors
• Reliable signal transmission for industrial environments
• Commercial Micro-D (CMD) 15-position female connector
• Compact 1.27 mm contact pitch for high-density connections

 

3. Why Choose Micro-D Instead of a Standard DB15?

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Although both connector types can support 15 signal circuits, their mechanical designs are quite different.

 

For equipment designers, the primary advantage of Micro-D is achieving the required number of signal connections while reducing connector size and improving packaging efficiency.

 

Feature	Micro-D CMD 15	Standard DB15
Contact Pitch	1.27 mm	2.77 mm
Connector Size	Compact	Larger
Installation Space	Limited-space equipment	General-purpose equipment
Signal Density	High	Standard
Typical Applications	Machine vision, aerospace, embedded systems	Industrial control, office equipment

 

 

4. Conclusion

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The Molex 83422 Series provides a compact and practical solution for 15-position signal connections where installation space is limited. Available in both Female-to-Pigtail and Female-to-Female Extension configurations, the series supports a wide range of industrial automation, machine vision, aerospace, and embedded control applications.

 

For customers seeking compatible alternatives, Premier Cable's PCM-S-0591 and PCM-S-0789 offer the same connector configurations with customizable cable lengths and OEM manufacturing support, making them suitable for new equipment designs, replacement assemblies, and system integration projects.