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Schurter UMF 250 Product Launch - Overcurrent Protection with Quick-Acting SMD Fuse

September 23, 2011

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Schurter is expanding its range of surface-mount fuses with the UMF 250. With its quick-acting characteristic according to IEC 60127- 4 the UMF 250 represents the logical addition to the successful UMT 250 series. The UMF 250 protects your electronic systems from overcurrents and short-circuits.

Schurter offers the UMF 250 in five rated currents from 500 mA to 10 A. The fuse is characterized by its high breaking capacity of up to 200 A at rated voltage. With the UMF 250 both primary and secondary protection on SMD PCBs is possible. Applications include protection of power supplies, medical equipment, and devices for home and industrial use.

As a RoHS compliant fuse, the UMF 250 can be used with lead-free soldering processes. The compatability of the solder pads with major competitors' products allows SCHURTER to offer the UMF 250 as replacement product. Fuses according to IEC 60127-4 are considered as Universal Modular Fuses (UMF). Furthermore, the product includes the VDE and cURus approval.

Technical features
- Current range: 500 mA to 10 A
- Rated voltage: 250 VAC and 125 VDC, according to IEC
- Breaking capacity: 100 - 200 A @ 250 VAC, 100 - 200 A @ 125 VDC
- Characteristic: Quick-Acting, according to IEC 60127-4 (UMF: Universal Modular Fuse)
- Component size: 10.1 x 3 x 3 mm

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Hylec-APL offers a Kwik Fix for Awkward Cable Entries

September 23, 2011

Hylec-APL has expanded on its already wide range of cable glands with the introduction of the Kwik Fix range. Designed for use in applications where access to the interior of a bulkhead or enclosure is restricted, the Kwik Fix can be used to form a quick, IP68 connection. Especially suitable for use with Switch Cabinets and cooling and heating systems, the Kwik Fix can reduce installation time which will increase profitability.

Traditional dome topped cable glands are ideal for creating a simple and secure entry point for bulkheads and enclosures. Secured from the inside using a locking nut they form an IP68 seal which a cable can be simply passed through. However, when access to the inside is restricted installation time can be greatly increased and it may even be necessary to adopt specialist tooling or, if the panel is large, 2 people would be required to assemble the glands into position.

The Kwik Fix cable gland from Hylec-APL is installed by placing the mounting foot of the gland through the entry hole. The mounting foot is designed with a lip that can pulled tight against the inner wall; an external hexagonal locking nut is then turned anti-clockwise to hold the gland in place and form an IP68 seal. Once locked in place you can install the corresponding cable in the traditional manner; tightening the top dome nut in a clockwise direction.

This means that the gland can be easily mounted and dismounted from one side making installation and maintenance far simpler. The gland can be fitted onto entries where the wall thickness is between 1mm and 4mm and the waterproof solutions can operate safely in temperatures between -20 degrees C and 100 degrees C.

Terry Spriggs, Product Marketing Manager, for Hylec-APL: “While traditional cable glands are ideal solutions for many electrical installations, we realise that every application has its own unique consideration which is why we stock many entry solution components; from grommets to ATEX rated glands. The Kwik Fix adds a further dimension to our cable gland range, offering easy installation for applications that would be traditionally awkward.”
Hylec-APL has a dedicated sales team that are experts in the field of electrical components. Understanding that OEM’s and installers don’t have the time to research every component for the perfect solution they hold a large stock profile in the UK and will happily give guidance and help to source the ideal solution for most applications.

About HYLEC-APL
Hylec-APL provides a wide range of product options and solutions including many thousands of different line items. From PCB Connectors and Terminal Blocks, to Cable Glands, Cable Accessories, LEDs, Switches, Buzzers, Relays, IP Rated Connectors and DIN Rail Mounting Enclosures, all items are quality assured and supported by dedicated technical expertise.

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Honeywell Z Series Waterproof Subminiature Switches

September 6, 2011

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Honeywell Z Series standard subminiatures are designed for repeatability and enhanced product life. The MICRO SWITCH™ Z Series combines small size and light weight with ample electrical capacity, low cost, and enhanced life. The MICRO SWITCH™ Z Series consists of six product families with unique features that can drop right into an application.

These reliable and rugged switches offer a variety of actuators, terminations, circuitry configurations, electrical ratings, contact materials, operating characteristics, and sealing allows them to be utilized in numerous potential applications. Carefully manufactured and thoroughly inspected, the MICRO SWITCH™ Z Series standard subminiatures are a great value for applications requiring sensing presence or absence of an object.

FEATURES
* Small size and light weight switches lend themselves to numerous potential applications
* Choice of low energy or power-duty electrical ratings allow the switch to be specified in more types of applications
* Broad range of amp ratings (from 0.1 A to 10.1 A)
* Watertight IP67 sealing available on some listings allows the switch to be used where sealing and presence/absence detection is required
* UL/CSA, cUL, ENEC, and CE approvals

POTENTIAL APPLICATIONS

Industrial: Appliances, communication equipment, computers, electromechanical timers, mechanical cam assemblies (timers), office equipment, electric tools, HVAC wall controls, instrumentation, valves, vending machines

Transportation: Automotive, truck, and boat wire harnesses; sub-assemblies for convertible roofs; lock modules for tail-gate/trunk; tank and hood latch detection

Medical: Medical and hospital beds, foot pedal controls, and chair lifts

Applications where a pre-wired sealed on/off switch is required

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Simple, Cost-Effective Pluggable Spring Terminal Blocks from Hylec-APL

September 5, 2011

Hylec-APL Pluggable Spring Terminal Blocks

* Industry standard pitches 3.5mm / 3.81mm / 5mm / 5.08mm.

* Mate and retro-fit with existing industry standard PCB headers.

* Up-to 60% faster installation time than screw.

* Only spring connector in the market supplied with clamp open.

* Tool-less operation for secure connections of solid and stranded wires.

* Automatic spring clamp torque for optimum vibration resistant gas-tight connection every time.

* Body material is flame resistant Polyamide, self extinguishing in accordance with UL94 V0.

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