Sparks Electrical News August 2018

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FOR THE INDUSTRIAL CONNECTION SYSTEM T he IEC 309 High Performance range from GEWISS is a high- end range of industrial connections that delivers outstanding performance, functionality and technical features. The range

completes the range of possible applications, with specific versions for more rigid and complex installations. The range is quick and simple to assemble and wire, and has been restyled as a single modern, functional line. Besides the High Performance, the range includes 63 and 125 A plugs and socket-outs, with polarity, voltages and nominal frequencies suitable for all systems up to 500 V, in IP44 protected and IP67 watertight versions, multipliers and adapters, very low voltage versions, plus 90°, straight flush-mounting and 10° surface-mounting versions.

boasts a fully comprehensive assortment of products to create any kind of service or industrial system and make installation simpler and easier. This range expands GEWISS’s assortment of 16 A and 32 A mobile plugs, mobile and flush-mounting socket-outlets – with IP44 and IP66/67/68/69 degree of protection – in quick and screw wiring versions. The introduction of all time references of the earthing contact

Raised earth terminal: The range has an earth terminal that is raised compared to other terminals. If a connection cable is accidentally pulled out, the earth cable will be the last to be released, preventing the user from getting an electric shock and avoiding electrical discharge on devices. Cable clamping system: The external cable clamp, used on all versions, secures the cable and maintains the IP rating in absolute safety. It can easily be bundle closed by hand, without using any tools. The anti-loosening device prevents the accidental unscrewing or loosening of screws, even when subject to considerable vibration or mechanical stress. The ring nut is unlosable, even if completely loose, to make wiring easier for the installer. The cable gland can accommodate a range of cables above regulatory requirements, both at the bottom and top. Nickel-plated pins and contacts: All IEC 309 HP range products feature nickel-plated pins and contacts for a more efficient contact on elements subject to a higher degree of oxidisation: the nickel-plating guarantees maximum product life and allows for use in environments with critical climatic conditions or aggressive substances. Single pack: Each IEC 309 HP range item is individually blister-packed. Thismeans the product is clean in all storage conditions. Each blister pack has the bar code of the product, for easy identification by wholesalers, and an instructions leaflet. Halogen-free: All products are in halogen-free technopolymer conforming to EN50267-2-2, guaranteeing the utmost safety for people and equipment in the case of fire: the ideal and most common solution throughout Europe for all public places and areas with large numbers of people.

Main features of the IEC 309 High Per- formance range: Safe-lock closure: The ¼ turn screw guar- antees practical, simple use, quick assem- bly and safe closing thanks to the identifi- able reference system; plus the same blade screwdriver used for conventional wiring can be adopted. The reinforced technopolymer of the SAFE-LOCK system ensures maximum resistance to abrasion and a long life, elimi- nating the problem of metal closing system corrosion, even in more aggressive environ- ments. The body/grip coupling is solid and effective. Practical and ergonomic: All the mobile socket-outlet covers have a special shape making them safe and simple to open. The covers can be opened using one hand, which makes plug/socket-outlet insertion practical and simple. Functional coupling system: The nibbed screw, which is a product requirement for secure socket-outlet covers, is also on the socket-outlets. With its innovative shape, the new product can be coupled to fencing and scaffolding during use in trailing systems. T he MT2005 from Major Tech is a professional true RMS In- dustrial Digital Multimeter with built-in Thermal Imager and TFT col- our LCD display, providing fast A/D converting sampling time and high ac- curacy. It is a fast and easy solution to find and solve problems with produc- tion equipment, providing Bluetooth technology BLE. It is a safe instrument with double molded plastic housing and an IP65 waterproof rating.

Enquiries: +27 (0)10 202 3400

SAFE MEASUREMENTS WITH TRUE RMS THERMAL MULTIMETER

An easy-to-use Rotary Switch allows users to select a primary measure- ment function by positioning the rotary switch to one of the icons around its perimeter. The meter presents a standard display for each function (range, measurement units, and modifiers). Features: • 6000 count 2.8 inch TFT colour LCD display • Built-in Thermal Imager with min/max and centre crosshair targeting • 50 Hz fast Thermal image frame rate • dc voltage • ac, ac + dc TRMS Voltage • dc current

• ac, ac + dc TRMS current • Resistance and Continuity test • Temperature with K-type probe • Flexible coils current • CAT IV 600V / CAT III 1000V

Enquiries: +27 (0)11 872 5500

NEW CURRENT CLAMP UNIVERSAL TECHNIC of Paris, France, now offers a new current clamp for on-off control. The image shows the model M4.TOR, which provides an open contact up to the threshold of 1 A and will close from 1 A to 300 A. Other detection ranges are available.

The clamp accommodates conductor sizes up to 15 mm diameter or a bar of 15 x 17 mm. Universal Technic also offers ac and dc current probes over the range 1 mA – 8000 A.

Enquiries: www.denver-tech.co.za

SPARKS ELECTRICAL NEWS

AUGUST 2018