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Electrical Component Parameter Reference

An open technical reference for electrical component types, their applications, and selection parameters.

This material is also available in PL and RU.

Device description

Auxiliary Terminal Block

Additional terminal module for expanding power, control or signal connections of an electrical device.

An auxiliary terminal block is installed on or next to a compatible device to provide additional connection points.

It may be used for control circuits, auxiliary signals, potential distribution or expansion of the standard device terminals.

Key parameters include terminal count, permitted conductor sizes, current rating, clamp type and mounting compatibility.

Selection criteria include circuit function, voltage, current, conductor type, mounting position and compatibility with the specific equipment series.

Components in this subcategory

Auxiliary terminal blocks for expanding the connection capability of electrical devices.

Available parameters

Auxiliary Terminal Block

42 parameters
General3
Product Series

Commercial or technical designation of a manufacturer's product family sharing a common design and compatible characteristics.

Application

Range of tasks and systems for which the manufacturer recommends the component.

Intended Use

Primary function of the device and its intended use as defined by its design and the manufacturer's documentation.

Dimensions4
Widthmm

External horizontal dimension of the product between its outermost lateral points.

Heightmm

External vertical dimension of the product from its lowest to its highest point.

Depthmm

External distance between the foremost and rearmost surfaces of the product.

Net Weightkg

Mass of the product itself, excluding transport packaging, additional accessories, and external equipment.

Capacity and Layout2
Connection Point Count

Total number of electrical connection points provided by the product.

Number of Electrical Potentials

Number of electrically independent potentials provided by the product design.

Materials and Finish5
Material

Primary material from which the product is manufactured.

Current-Carrying Part Material

Primary material of the internal current-carrying part, bridge, busbar, or other conductive element of the product.

Color

Primary visually perceived colour of the product's external surface.

Current-Carrying Part Plating

Metallic plating of the principal current-carrying part, different from its base material.

Surface Finish

Type of final surface finish of the product determining its appearance and service properties.

Mounting and Installation4
Mounting Type

Installation arrangement permitted by the product design, such as wall-mounted, flush-mounted, floor-mounted, or another specified mounting type.

Mounting Method

Method used to mechanically secure the product to a support, surface, or load-bearing structure.

Orientation

Permissible spatial orientation of the component during installation and operation.

Mounting Position on Device

Position of the accessory relative to the host switching or protective device, independent of the general installation orientation.

Electrical Parameters15
Rated VoltageV

Voltage value assigned to the product by the manufacturer for specified application conditions and characteristics.

Rated CurrentA

Current assigned to the product by the manufacturer for the declared operating and thermal conditions.

Rated Insulation VoltageV

Voltage with reference to which the product's insulation clearances and dielectric properties are specified.

Rated Impulse Withstand VoltagekV

Peak value of an impulse voltage of specified waveform that the product insulation must withstand without breakdown.

Conductor Connection Type

Conductor connection methods supported by the specified terminals or connection elements.

Minimum Conductor Cross-Sectionmm²

Minimum conductor cross-section permitted by the connection system within its general conductor-size range.

Maximum Conductor Cross-Sectionmm²

Maximum conductor cross-section permitted by the connection system within its general conductor-size range.

Supported Conductor Material

Conductor materials for which the specified terminals and connection methods are designed.

Supported Conductor Class

Conductor construction classes permitted by the product's electrical connection system.

Terminal Tightening TorqueNm

Tightening torque specified by the manufacturer for a screw or bolted terminal connection.

Minimum Stripping Lengthmm

Minimum conductor stripping length specified by the manufacturer.

Maximum Stripping Lengthmm

Maximum conductor stripping length specified by the manufacturer.

Connection Contact ResistancemΩ

Declared electrical contact resistance of a connection point where one common value applies to equivalent connections.

Minimum Electrical Clearancemm

Minimum manufacturer-declared clearance through air between conductive parts at different electrical potentials.

Minimum Creepage Distancemm

Minimum manufacturer-declared creepage distance along an insulating surface between conductive parts at different electrical potentials.

Protection and Safety1
IP Rating

Degree of enclosure protection against access to hazardous parts and ingress of solid objects and water, designated by the IP code.

Environmental Conditions4
Minimum Operating Temperature°C

Minimum ambient temperature at which normal operation of the product is permitted.

Maximum Operating Temperature°C

Maximum ambient temperature at which normal operation of the product is permitted.

Minimum Storage Temperature°C

Minimum ambient temperature permitted during storage of the product while not in operation.

Maximum Storage Temperature°C

Maximum ambient temperature permitted during storage of the product while not in operation.

Standards and Compliance4
CE Marked

Indicates whether the CE marking is applied to the product where applicable.

IEC 60947-7-1 Compliant

Indicates declared compliance with the applicable IEC 60947-7-1 requirements for terminal blocks for copper conductors and test disconnect terminal blocks where applicable.

RoHS Compliant

Indicates whether product compliance with applicable RoHS restrictions on hazardous substances has been declared.

REACH Compliant

Indicates whether the manufacturer declares compliance of the product with applicable REACH Regulation requirements.