Lighting has unique interconnect needs. Amphenol provides high performance connectors, wire and cable, fiber-optic connectors and management equipment, custom assemblies and interconnection products for professional lighting markets. Lighting has more product applications than just illumination. Cabling, dimmers, lighting instruments, and controllers are all part of the ecosystem. Amphenol offers the widest selection of robust interconnect […]
Weidmüller Klippon connect terminal blocks available from Automation24
Starting immediately, automation professionals can obtain terminal blocks from automation24.com. The online shop offers Universal Range Terminal Blocks from Weidmüller with Push In technology or with screw terminals. These modular terminal blocks have a streamlined design, high mounting density, copper power rails, and large marking surfaces to support efficient installation and maintenance. “We hold ourselves […]
Automation24 now selling a variety of terminal blocks
Starting immediately, automation professionals can obtain terminal blocks from automation24.com. The online shop offers Universal Range Terminal Blocks from Weidmüller with PUSH IN technology or with screw terminals. These modular terminal blocks have a streamlined design, high mounting density, copper power rails, and large marking surfaces to support efficient installation and maintenance. Terminal blocks for…
Screwless terminal block simplifies assembly and maintenance by up to 40%
Hirose has developed a screwless terminal block series that significantly reduces the electrical wiring time and maintenance workload compared to conventional terminal blocks. The Zero Screw EF2 series features a unique single-action connection design that requires the user to simply push a ring terminal into the connector. By eliminating the need for screws, these terminals […]
EtherCat’s new gigabit standard and more from Beckhoff at SPS IPC Drives
I spoke with Beckhoff’s Daymon Thompson at last week’s SPS IPC Drives show in Nuremberg, Germany, and the automation company has a lot going on, starting with a huge upgrade for EtherCat, the fieldbus system it created in 2003. Beckhoff’s booth introduced attendees to EtherCAT-G 10, which is based on the 10-gigabit EtherNet standard. Some…
TE ENTRELEC terminal blocks enhance safety in power grid applications
TE Connectivity (TE) is now offering an extensive range of products and solutions for power grids, following the acquisition of ABB’s ENTRELEC terminal block business. TE ENTRELEC has developed a product portfolio that secures and streamlines the measurement of current and voltage on power lines. The SNK Test terminal blocks design comes from more than […]
MOSAIC modular safety integrated controller system
A new system of safety monitoring and control devices has been added to the AutomationDirect line of safety-related products. The ReeR MOSAIC safety controller system is modular, expandable and configurable for managing all safety functions of a single machine or an entire plant. As a stand-alone controller, the M1 master MOSAIC module has 8 inputs,…
High-performance alternative to Euro-style terminal blocks for control systems
TE Connectivity is offering its Dynamic product series as a high-performance alternative to Euro-style terminal blocks. TE Connectivity’s Dynamic series connector solutions range from signal level circuitry to power circuit connectivity – all in a ruggedized, industrialized package. The product range has been designed for use in control system applications to suit high density, signal […]
Rugged screw-in terminals from BlockMaster for high-current PCB terminations
BlockMaster Electronics has introduced a new line of rugged, high-current screw terminals for mounting on printed circuit boards. These strong metal connectors are suitable for today’s requirements of high current terminations on PC boards. The hardware is rated from 20 to 150 A. These rugged terminals are offered as straight or right-angle connectors. Eight different […]
Push-button terminal blocks with positive operating feedback
WAGO has expanded its TOPJOB®S line of DIN rail mount terminal blocks to include push-button actuation. Orange push-buttons on both sides of the terminal block clearly identify where the operating tool must be applied – simply press down on push-button with the operating tool, insert the conductor and remove the operating tool from the push-button,…
Distributor Master Electronics releases line card for panel builders
Master Electronics, a distributor of electromechanical, interconnect and passive components, has released a line card covering products for constructing industrial control panels. The line card covers products from 26 suppliers and includes product categories for circuit protection, contactors and motor starters, PLCs and smart relays, power supplies, terminal blocks, timers, alarms, speakers, cabinets and enclosures,…
Conta-Clip launches compact distributor for wires up to 500 mm² and 1100 A
Conta-Clip has expanded its range of screw-type distributor blocks by adding the new SVBA and SVBKA types for energy distribution in control cabinets. Both series are suited for copper leads as well as for aluminum conductors. Featuring an extremely compact design, these units facilitate potential or power distribution without the need for additional accessories. SVBA blocks […]
Compact distributor for wires up to 500 mm² and 1100 A
CONTA-CLIP expand their range of screw-type distributor blocks by adding the new SVBA and the SVBKA types for energy distribution in control cabinets. Both series are suited for copper leads as well as for aluminum conductors. Featuring an extremely compact design, these units facilitate potential or power distribution without the need for additional accessories. SVBA…
Serial Device Servers Integrate To New Network Infrastructure
Mencom Serial Device Servers are specifically designed to allow industrial devices to be directly accessible from the local network or even the Internet. Available in field-mount, din-rail mount or rack-mount versions from 1 up to 16 ports along with different Operation temperature/EMC variants, these serial device server series covers all the needs that end-users may…
Modular terminal blocks for recurring control cabinet applications
Weidmuller introduces their Klippon Connect A-Series Application Range modular terminal blocks. Featuring push-in technology, the new A-Series Application Range products are designed specifically for use in recurring control cabinet applications to help increase efficiency and safety, and reduce costs. This range includes terminals for voltage/current transformer wiring, signal wiring, control voltage distribution and power distribution.…
Weidmuller’s NEW combined load monitoring and potential distribution in one complete solution
Weidmuller introduces a new addition in the Klippon Connect portfolio of products and services for panel building– maxGUARD. With maxGUARD, the electronic load monitoring ELM devices combined with distribution terminal blocks can be customized to provide selective load protection in 24V DC power distributed systems for industrial automation applications. With combining load monitoring and potential distribution…
Klippon Connect A-Series Universal Modular Terminal Blocks
Weidmuller introduces their Klippon Connect A-Series Universal modular terminal blocks. The Klippon Connect A-Series Universal range includes feed-through, multi-tier distribution, PE, fuse, test disconnect and neutral conductor disconnect terminals blocks. In addition to the new A-Series Universal range, Weidmuller is launching a new A-Series Application range of products designed specifically for use in recurring control…
MaxGUARD Electronic Load Monitoring
Weidmuller introduces a new addition in the Klippon Connect portfolio of products and services for panel building– maxGUARD. With maxGUARD, the electronic load monitoring ELM devices combined with distribution terminal blocks can be customized to provide selective load protection in 24V DC power distributed systems for industrial automation applications. With combining load monitoring and potential…
New from Weidmuller – Klippon Connect A-Series modular terminal blocks featuring push in technology
Weidmuller introduces their Klippon Connect A-Series Universal modular terminal blocks. The Klippon Connect A-Series Universal range includes feed-through, multi-tier distribution, PE, fuse, test disconnect and neutral conductor disconnect terminals blocks. In addition to the new A-Series Universal range, Weidmuller is launching a new A-Series Application range of products designed specifically for use in recurring control…
Rugged interconnects target wind energy apps
An array of high quality, reliable connectors are designed for use in the wind power industry. Amphenol LTW (ALTW), a division of Amphenol Industrial Products Group, offers a line of waterproof screw vents for industrial applications. The Screw Vent M12 series provides a durable and reliable solution for complete enclosures in harsh environments. Designed to […]
Power distribution blocks reduce costs and improve safety
The design of the IP 20 Power Distribution (WPD) Blocks incorporates finger safety and offers reduced installation cost, when compared to conventional terminal blocks, by joining individual blocks to create small bus modules in the control cabinet. The new compact, single bus modules have the ability to manage multiple load connections from one to nine…
New smartCUTTER Increases Convenience of smartPRINTER
The new WAGO smartCUTTER automates cutting of marking material on the WAGO smartPRINTER. WAGO’s thermal transfer printer, already the fastest terminal block labeling system in the industry, is now even faster with automatic cutting. The compact smartPRINTER (Version 1.1) prints and cuts a wide range of marking materials for terminal blocks, cables or conductors and…
Weidmuller’s New Unique W-Series Power Distribution Blocks
Weidmuller announces the expansion of their line of IP 20 Power Distribution (WPD) Blocks. The design of the new blocks incorporates finger safety and offer reduced installation cost, when compared to conventional terminal blocks, by joining individual blocks to create small bus modules in the control cabinet. The new compact, single bus modules have the…
Industrial/Machine Control Transformer Improves Inventory Management
Over 15 years of experience in the “world” of industrial control transformers, we have developed deep insight into standard configurations available. Wabash Transformer has now taken our “lessons-learned” to offer our series of UR/cUR recognized, customizable control transformers to help you find the right product for your application, consolidate existing part numbers, and improve your…
WAGO Power Tap is Two-in-One, Current Transformer and Voltage Tap
WAGO’s Power Tap allows for both current transformation and voltage tapping in one device. The Power Tap is specially designed to work in conjunction with the 285 Series feed through terminal blocks, adding current and energy measurement to its features. Equipped with the POWER CAGE CLAMP® and Push-in CAGE CLAMP® connection technology, wiring the Power…