COMBI Connection Method

This new series now offers the user a free choice of connection methods. Available are basic terminal blocks and connectors using the four connections methods screw, spring-cage, direct plug-in and fast connection. Terminals and connectors can be combined in any way regardless of the connection method. Especially for control cabinet manufacturers, the high variability provides significant competitive advantages. The series is completed by free-hanging couplings, which are also available as panel feed-throughs and as a rail-mountable version. The connectors can be ordered completely assembled or for self-assembly with individual connectors available in grey, blue and green-yellow. Via a combination of basic terminal and connector, the user can quickly create a modular and flexible application up to 800 volts and 32 amp when using this system. The same accessories can be used for all applications due to the integration of the COMBI connector into the modular terminal block system. Thus, storage work and logistical costs are are cut considerably.

Stackable DUPLICON Connecter now VDE Certified

The stackable DUPLICON connecter has been certified according to DIN EN 61984 (VDE 0627) by the VDE. Thus, for the construction of power distribution systems, DUPLICON offers the customer an electrical and mechanical safety that fulfills VDE requirements. All connections are touch proof in accordance with DIN VDE 0105 and fulfil the requirements of the BGV A2 accident prevention regulations.

DUPLICON is a stackable Phoenix Contact connector system with IP 67 protection for power distribution in modular and distributed machines and systems. The system provides connection options for 6 x 4 mm² + PE /690 V / 25 A conductors for power and 24 V or ASi bus.

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FO Connectors With Fast Connection Technology and IP67 Protection

The SCRJ connector by Phoenix Contact is the first FO connector with fast connection technology and IP 67 protection available on the market. Due to the 2.5 mm ferrule, the small form factor plug connector SCRJ in acc. with EN 50377-6-1 is suitable for common fiber types like multi-mode glass fibers, HCS and polymer fibers (POF). Connectors with IP20 and IP67 protection that can be assembled in the field as well as corresponding assembly tools are available for these fiber types.

Easy handling allows connecting the connectors in an industrial environment even under the toughest conditions. The assembly tools sets contain all tools and materials needed for field assembly. For fiber optic cabling Phoenix Contact also offers suitable, robust cables by the meter as well as pre-assembled cables.

The connector can be used for all data transmission based on fiber optics in a rough environment, e.g., automation technology, cabling in industrial halls, traffic guidance technology and telecommunications.

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SPC 5 and ST16 PCB Plug Connectors

The two spring-cage connectors SPC 5 and SPC 16 are the solution for user-friendly and time-saving wiring in PCB connection technology. Both connectors are equipped with the Combi-Spring spring cage connection to enable direct conductor connection without tools. This spring allows the contact of connection cross sections of up to 6 mm² (flexible) and 10 mm² (solid). Thus, already in a pitch of 7.62 mm a current of up to 41 A can be transmitted. The SPC 16 connector with a 10.16 mm pitch also allows for contacting connection cross sections of up to 16 mm² without tools and little force. Here, the current carrying capacity is 76 A.

Both connectors have the unlimited 600 V UL certification in Usegroup C and are therefore suitable for use on the international market. They are compatible with the headers already available on the market and provide an alternative to connectors with screw connection.

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IPC 5 – for a Finger-Safe PCB Output

The already familiar COMBICON Power PC 5 family now includes the inverted IPC 5 versions. This means that we now offer solutions for finger-safe device outputs for currents up to 41 A. Thus, with a 7.62 mm pitch an optical and secure differentiation of power input and output is possible. Combined with the standard PC 5 connecter and header the inverted connector system allows for cable-cable and PCB-PCB applications. The connectors with screw flange and EMC shield together with vertical and horizontal headers and headers with solder-in direction reversed by 180° form a complete connection system for 600 V UL.

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A First-Hand Impression of High Current

Successful kick-off of the “Developers' Forum Power Electronics” events at the Lufthansa Flight Training Center in Frankfurt. 40 participants, representatives and exhibitors met to discuss and exchange the latest developments in the area of high current for the PCB. Three different high current designs and the issue of UL approval were represented and discussed in pairs on just one afternoon.

Besides the specialist presentations that were given, a tour of the training center for Lufthansa pilots provided a first-hand impression of technology in use – something that surely made this event even more interesting.

This free event will be continued in Stuttgart, Munich, Bottrop, Bielefeld and Hamburg.

Further information and signing up on the internet

Updated selection tool for surge voltage protection in IT technology STOP-IT

The selection tool for surge voltage protection devices of data, telecommunication, MCR and radio systems was updated again. Besides new interfaces, revisions at already existing presentations were effected and application drawings were added.

Technical data of the individual surge voltage protection devices are described as usual. Make use of the selection tool STOP-IT and you will find the appropriate surge voltage protection for your application.

Selection tool STOP-IT on the internet

New firmware version for CHECKMASTER available

The new firmware version 3.12 for the CHECKMASTER is available. In addition to the extension of the scrolling function (in the results output), two more specimen (PLUGTRAB PT 2-TELE-ST and FLT-CP-PLUS-350-ST) were added.

Download of the latest Firmware

New Trio Power Supply Units Bridge Gap in Market

The gap in the market is closed. With the launch of the Trio Power supply units, now power supply units that unite basic functions with high quality and reliability are available. They combine high quality and basic functionality. Thus, they are the alternative to conventional power supply units that can be bought at low prices because of their low quality.

In standard machine production, power supply unit requirements are largely defined in advance. If larger quantities of same machines are produced, e.g., ticket or soda vending machines, basic functions are sufficient. Technical details like remote monitoring of the power supply unit are not required. The reason for this is the fact that in critical applications not a single power supply unit, but the whole system is monitored remotely, e.g., an annunciator panel in the airport.
In an industrial environment, the reliable supply of nominal values – even at high ambient temperatures which can easily rise above 50° C – is vital. Even at a temperature range of 55° to 70° C, Trio Power keeps working reliably with a derating of 2.5 %/K.
Trio Power offers further operational safety thanks to the high dielectric strength of up to 300 V AC. Simple grounding by a third negative terminal block and easy setting of the output voltage up to 29.5 V DC at the front of the device prove to safe assembly time.

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Modular Fieldbus Hub Creates Flexibility and Higher Performance

The new PSI-REP repeater program by Phoenix Contact allows for realising structured installation concepts in PROFIBUS, MODBUS and numerous RS 485 systems. With the modular design of the repeater system, individual branches as branch line, line, star and tree structures can be configured. For this, every device can be operated stand-alone or can be added on in the network to form a modular hot swap capable star coupler: The advantages for the customer are shorter segment lengths at significantly increased transmission speeds and a non-interacting potential segmenting for the entire Fieldbus cabling. Each individual port has an electrical isolation of 1.5 kV. The integrated bit retiming allows unlimited cascading of the devices for network extensions of up to a couple of kilometres.
The installation system offers another special technical feature with the combined use of PO modules of the PSI-MOS program. They can be integrated seamlessly into a station network. Thus, the customer can choose whether to use copper or PO technology as transmission medium for each individual part section. Cross wiring within a station network is created automatically via the system bus foot for data and supply. Stations can be extended and modules exchanged during operation. In addition, a system power supply is available for redundant supply.

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