PCIM Europe 2007 - Power Electronics Trade Fair -
Second Attendance for Phoenix Contact

PCIM (Power Conversion Intelligent Motion) is the international meeting point for experts from the field of power electronics and its application in drive technology as well as power quality. All components associated with power electronics, whether developments in power semiconductors, products for thermal control or even from the field of servo technology are on show at the event. Once again this year, this wide range of solutions will be perfectly supplemented by Phoenix Contact device connection technology, adding to the innovative nature of the trade fair.

We look forward to seeing you in Nuremberg from May 22, 2007 to May 24, 2007, where you will have the opportunity to find out about the latest products for power electronics. Phoenix Contact will be located in Hall 12, Booth 350.

Should you have any questions, please contact:
Anke Steinkemper, Phone +49 - 52 35 - 33 05 46

Flexible Connection Method With Spring-Cage Technology

The new PTDA series with PCBs and connectors with spring-cage double connection from Phoenix Contact now offers two connections per electrical potential, which simplify the looping of conductors. The terminal points are at a 45° angle to the PCB.

The round and symmetrical PCB terminal blocks are available with 3.5 mm and 5.0 mm pitch as well as pluggable versions or versions for permanent soldering. The individual blocks in mixed pitches, which are also color-coded, have a modular design and identical shape. For the user this makes error-free and safe installation of the devices to be connected easier.

With its connection capacity of 2 x 2.5 mm² or 2 x 1.5 mm², solid and stranded, the PCB terminal block is ideal for typical conductor cross sections in building installation and thus offers a large terminal block capacity in applications with direct plug-in method. The conductors are quickly released again via the user-friendly release button.

The symmetrical design means that PCBs can be installed horizontally or vertically in the housing, while the external appearance of the terminals remains the same.

Surge Protection for ADSL 2+ Applications

Surge protection for telecommunications systems operated with the fast ADSL 2+ standard (up to 16,640 kbps in the receive direction) poses no problems for Phoenix Contact. The protective devices have been tested according to the new specifications by KEYMILE GmbH, an independent test laboratory. All arresters passed the test with flying colors.

For the structure and the test results, please refer to the PDF files:

Test results 1
Test results 2

Plug and Play for Process Engineering

In order to wire process control systems quickly, clearly, and without any errors, Phoenix Contact system cabling now has suitable connection solutions for Delta V process I/O systems from Emerson and S800 I/O from ABB.

The pre-assembled system cables really speed up wiring in the control cabinet making wiring errors more or less impossible. The comprehensive range of controller boards covers all popular applications.

Further information on the PHOENIX CONTACT homepage

Do you have any questions, requirements, suggestions or criticism? Then please do not hesitate to tell us what you think. Please send an e-mail to

infoservice@phoenixcontact.com