Systematic reduction of components is a major reason for a successful cost-saving design. And fewer components normally help save space and allow for designing compact products.

The appliance inlet module X3120-B combines three functions within a single component: A C14 appliance inlet, a rocker switch and resettable overcurrent protection. In this module the two latter functions are provided by E-T-A’s wellproven 3120-N circuit breaker/switch combination.

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RTS Tripping Temperature > 175°C

Improved Protection of Power Semiconductors
• Protects power semiconductors from thermal runaway
• SMD reflow solderable up to 260 °C
• Tested for usage up to 60 V
• Integrated current measuring sensor (shunt)

Schurter RTS thermal fuse, successfully launched in 2018, gets a new variant with a tripping temperature of >175°C. The RTS is a particularly compact overtemperature protection device for power semiconductors in SMD technology for highest demands.

RTS stands for Reflowable Thermal Switch. It was developed to protect highly integrated power semiconductors from overheating. Prior to mechanical activation, the new thermal fuse can be soldered on conventional reflow soldering machines with profiles up to 260 °C.

Protection Against Thermal Runaway
Thermal runaway refers to the overheating of a power semiconductor due to a self-reinforcing, heat-producing process. One of the reasons is the trend towards increasing power density and miniaturization of electronic circuits. The RTS protects these power semiconductors against thermal runaway. In such an event, the thermal fuse acts as a fail-safe device and reliably interrupts the circuit from as early as 175 °C and thus addresses the operating temperatures of common power semiconductors even better.

Minimal Footprint
The new overtemperature protection device comes in the same minimal dimensions and maximum breaking capacity despite its additional shunt functionality. On its small 6.6 x 8.8 mm footprint the RTS can handle operating currents of up to 130 A and rated voltages of up to 60 VDC.

Integrated Current Measuring Sensor (Shunt)
The shunt version has an integrated resistance with particularly low temperature dependence. This resistance, known as a shunt, enables precise current measurement and enables an additional – non-thermal – circuit protection, e.g. via a controller.

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Plug-In Solid State Relays

Sensata | Crydom ED Series DC Output Plug-in Solid State Relays are designed to replace industry standard 12 x 29 mm plug-in Electromechanical Relays, offering substantial performance advantages over traditional EMR switching solutions in many applications.

Available in SPST N.O. configuration, the ED Series offer output ratings of 5 or 10 Amps at 1 to 100 VDC, and they are UL 508 recognized, IEC rated and CE compliant.

Features:
• DC output Solid State Relay in an Industry standard EMR plug in package
• Ratings of 5 & 10 Amps
• Load voltage range of 1-48, 1-80 and 1-100 VDC
• Fits standard DIN rail & PCB mountable sockets
• LED input status indicator
• AC or DC control
• cUL Recognized, IEC Rated, CE & RoHS Compliant
• Motor Controller Rated

Applications:
• Battery Management Systems
• Backup Power Supplies
• Valves
• Vending Equipment
• Lighting control
• Medical Equipment
• Test Equipment

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The IWPTLU Wireless Pressure Transducer is a cost effective replacement to a traditionally wired pressure transducer that offers the advantages of a low-cost installation in inaccessible and expensive installation environments.

It is easily paired to the compatible IWR family of single- or five-channel wireless receivers thus offering a “plug and play” solution to your pressure measurement applications.

The instrument uses a piezo-resistive silicon sensor mounted within a 316 stainless steel housing giving excellent media compatibility for the harshest of applications.

The IWPT sensor can be used with either an IWR-1 or IWR-5 receiver. A line-of-sight range of up to 1640 ft is possible depending on the wireless receiver used. (refer to datasheets IWR-1 & IWR-5 for further information)

Each device is temperature compensated, calibrated and supplied with a traceable serial number.

Features:
• Suitable for liquids and gases
• Pressure ranges from 0-1psi to 0-15psi gauge/abs
• Up to 1640 ft line-of-site range (depending on receiver)
• Piezo-resistive stainless steel sensor with stainless steel body
• Five-year battery life at 10 second transmission update rate
• Simple DIL switch pairing with the single or five channel receiver
• Single or five channel receivers available
• User-selectable transmission update rates
• User-selectable 1-5V or 4-20 mA receiver outputs
• Receiver clean contacts provide process alarm functions

Typical Applications Include:
• Simple cable replacement installation – dispense with expensive cable runs
• Environmental monitoring – rainwater harvesting, environmental engineering
• Facilities management – boiler rooms, laboratory testing, tank gauging
• Asset monitoring – tanks farms, process plants, HVAC and building management
• Service Contract – temporary installation for servicing and field trials

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Modular Solid State Relays (SSR) 5 - 15 - 30A

Function and Features:
The 77 Series is made up of modular and “hocky puck” style solid state relays with the following features (according to Type):

Modular
• Wide 17.5 mm and 22.5 mm, heat sink + plastic casing
• 60 to 440 V AC output (with double SCR) or 24 to 277 AC output (with Triac)
• 5 kV / 6 kV (1.2/50 μs) insulation between input and output
• Zero-crossing or Random versions available
• High switching speed and long electrical life
• Silent switching, without electrical arc or “contact” bounce
• Low absorption input circuit
• Position of relay version terminals (terminals entrance and exit on opposite sides)
• Also suitable for three-phase systems
• 35 mm rail (EN 60715) mounting

Hocky Puck
• 24 to 240 V AC output
• Zero-crossing version available
• High switching speed and long electrical life
• Silent switching; spark-free and bounce-free switching
• Low control power
• Position of relay version terminals (input and output terminals on opposite sides)
• Also suitable for three-phase systems
• Mounting on heat sink with screws

Applications:
• Drying Kilns
• Heating & Cooling
• Lighting Controls in Corridors (for hotels, offices & hospitals)
• Bottling Plant
• Labelling Machines
• Packaging Machines

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TE Connectivity, a worldwide leading supplier for rolling stock and infrastructure

As a leading supplier for railway applications, TE Connectivity proposes the most complete terminal block range of the market complying with all main international railway standards. The Entrelec range for railway applications is available in four technologies and covers all the needs for rolling stock and railroad infrastructures.

Rail vehicles are subjected to extreme environmental conditions (high vibration and shock), corrosion (underground applications or tunnels). All Entrelec terminal blocks listed in this catalog are tested in accordance with the latest and most demanding standards applying to rolling stock applications.

Technologies:
• PI-Spring
• Pluggable
• ADO System® (IDC)
• Stud and quick-connect

Advanced 3D Drawing and Data Export:
• Built-in 3D viewer
• Integration to CAD/CAE softwares
• Compatibility with TE Connectivity printers
• Detailed drawings of the rail, assembly and markers

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Bulgin is widely recognised as a leading manufacturer of environmentally sealed connectors & components.

With 100 years of experience in the industry, Bulgin continues to innovate & develop products & services to cater for its global customer base across a variety of markets.

Industrial environments are often exposed to many harsh elements such as water, vibration, chemicals & extreme temperatures, but with demand growing for automated processes, there is more pressure than ever before on production & motion control systems. To overcome these challenging conditions, our connectivity solutions with metal or plastic housings are used around the world to facilitate secure power, signal & data connections in the harshest of environments.

With an increasing demand for automated machines and systems, secure and reliable connections are vital for industrial automation applications where efficiency and uptime is of the utmost importance. Our waterproof circular connectors are the perfect solution for automation systems such as factory automation, industrial networks and robotics.

From movement signals to manufacturing and material handling processes, our robust sealed connector range for power, signal and data perform excellently in
harsh environments where moisture, extreme temperatures and vibration are present. To overcome these challenging conditions, our connectivity
solutions with metal or plastic housings are used around the world to facilitate secure power, signal and data connections in the harshest of environments.

With IP66, IP67, IP68 & IP69K ratings, they are particularly ideal for production lines that are prone to dust & liquid build up.

Potential Applications:
• Industrial Robotics
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
• Automotive Manufacturing
• Food & Beverage Processing
• Material Handling Equipment
• Packaging Equipment
• Process Control Systems
• Machining & Metal Processing
• Semiconductor Manufacturing
• Factory Automation Machines

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Bulgin is widely recognised as a leading manufacturer of environmentally sealed connectors & components.

With 100 years of experience in the industry, Bulgin continuesto innovate & develop products & services to cater for its global customer base across a variety of markets.

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For more than four decades, low-voltage switchgear systems have stayed more or less the same.  Now, it’s time for a revolution. Introducing ABB NeoGearTM, the biggest breakthrough in switchgear technology yet.

NeoGear is a revolutionary new switchgear, based on an innovative busbar concept. Combined with the connectivity and digital smartness of the ABB Ability™ platform, it offers maximum safety, highest reliability, more flexibility, better efficiency and measurable ROI.

• NeoGear is safer, thanks to its revolutionary, fully insulated busbar system
• NeoGear is more reliable, because its busbar system is maintenance-free and significantly reduces risk of mechanical failure
• NeoGear is more flexible, thanks to a new contact system
• NeoGear is scalable, because it needs much fewer parts and offers more space for starter and feeder components
• NeoGear saves energy thanks to its excellent thermal performance and sharply reduced losses
• NeoGear is underpinned by the ABB Ability™ platform, for better energy management, condition monitoring and predictive maintenance
• NeoGear is future-proof, ready to support the digital factory of the future with its cloud computing an industrial IoT solutions

NeoGear eliminates hazardous exposure to live parts, uses 92 percent fewer busbar components than traditional switchgear and with 90 percent fewer electrical joints improves switchgear availability. The arc ignition protected zone keeps maintenance personnel safer when performing routine works and repairs, while also reducing the risk of arcs caused by mechanical failures.

NeoGear offers a reduced physical footprint by up to 25 percent compared to equivalent switchgear technologies. Within this compact footprint, it also achieves energy efficiency improvements of up to 20 percent due to reduced heat dissipation.

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