Power Distribution & Energy

New Schurter White Paper Highlights Critical Considerations for Power Entry Modules (PEMs)
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New Schurter White Paper Highlights Critical Considerations for Power Entry Modules (PEMs)

May 2, 2024 As the demand for safe and efficient power solutions for equipment grows, Schurter is committed to addressing the impact of power loss as it relates to Power Entry Modules (PEMs). This new White Paper emphasizes the necessity of carefully addressing power dissipation and temperature deratings for all PEM related components to ensure…

Schneider Electric Releases All-In-One Battery Energy Storage System for Microgrids
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Schneider Electric Releases All-In-One Battery Energy Storage System for Microgrids

Schneider Electric has recently announced a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) designed and engineered to be a part of a flexible, scalable, and highly efficient architecture. BESS is the cornerstone for a fully integrated microgrid solution that is driven by Schneider Electric’s controls, optimization, and world-renowned digital and field services. Graybar is the inaugural channel partner for Schneider Electric’s new BESS, offered as part of the EcoStruxure Microgrid Flex system. Renewable energy is a growing part of Graybar’s comprehensive portfolio of solutions.

Schneider Electric: PanelSeT SFN
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Schneider Electric: PanelSeT SFN

Introducing the PanelSeT SFN panel enclosures, new modular cabinets made of decarbonized steel, enabling to form large electrical panels, for industrial automation and control, electrical power distribution, and electronic applications. The PanelSeT SFN floor-standing decarbonized-steel modular enclosures are crafted for a reduced carbon footprint, increased robustness, unparalleled flexibility and improved operational efficiency.

Carlo Gavazzi: DCT1, the DC Energy Transducer for Measurements in Fast Chargers
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Carlo Gavazzi: DCT1, the DC Energy Transducer for Measurements in Fast Chargers

The near future for EV charging applications is mainly based on fast, ultra-fast, and hyper-fast chargers. Therefore, there is an increasing need for reliable and accurate metering systems to avoid the outdated “charge-by-time method” or the upstream AC meters which can make the end user also pay for the system power losses. The DCT1 is Carlo Gavazzi’s first and most suitable response to this need. A very flexible, simple, compact, and easy-to-integrate solution for energy measurement in fast chargers.

Weidmuller USA: Energy Storage System (ESS) Battery Connectors Round Out Energy Storage System Portfolio
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Weidmuller USA: Energy Storage System (ESS) Battery Connectors Round Out Energy Storage System Portfolio

Weidmuller USA has recently announced the launch of its rugged battery connectors that are now available to round out the company’s comprehensive energy storage system (ESS) portfolio. With the addition of advanced battery connectors, Weidmuller USA now offers a full suite of energy storage products to cover the power, data and signaling needs required in a wide array of Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) applications including battery storage, connectors and power conversion, HVAC/fire control, surge protection, combiner boxes and marshalling boxes.

WAGO: 811 Series 811-1316 2-Conductor Fuse Holders
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WAGO: 811 Series 811-1316 2-Conductor Fuse Holders

WAGO’s DIN-Rail mount 811 series fuse holders provide users with maintenance-free, vibration-proof, and corrosion-resistant connection using Class CC & 10 x 38 mm fuses. This new addition has a max voltage of 1,500 V DC, and UL 4248 certified, making it perfect product for high voltage applications seen in motor control, power distribution and the solar industry.

Weidmuller: RockStar Fixed-Pole HDC System
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Weidmuller: RockStar Fixed-Pole HDC System

Extremely tough models are required outside the cabinet. They must be resistant to electromagnetic interference, as well as impact resistant and vibration-proof. This is why you should turn to genuine RockStars when choosing your connectors. Weidmuller’s broad portfolio of heavy-duty connectors offers the right solution for all requirements for the transmission of energy, signals, and data outside the cabinet. With the perfect composition of inserts, enclosures, and contacts, you will be guaranteed to hit the right notes and offer the ideal solution for every task.

Phoenix Contact: ESSENTIAL POWER – Power Supplies with Basic Functionality
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Phoenix Contact: ESSENTIAL POWER – Power Supplies with Basic Functionality

The ESSENTIAL POWER line from Phoenix Contact offers basic 24 V power functionality for controlled commercial environments. The ESSENTIAL power supplies are designed for basic, cost-sensitive applications, such as building automation, vending machines, test and simulation, and solar cell production. The ESSENTIAL power supplies are listed to UL 61010, are CE approved, and meet the IEC 61588-2-16 safety transformer standard. The power supplies have a wide temperature range and a flexible wide-range input.

751-9401
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WAGO: 751-9401 Compact Controller 100

The controller 751-9401 (Compact Controller 100) is an automation device that can perform the control tasks of a PLC. It is suitable for mounting on a DIN rail and stands out on account of its various interfaces. Among other things, the controller has integrated digital and analog inputs and outputs and a serial onboard interface in accordance with EIA-485/RS-485. This controller can be used for applications in mechanical and systems engineering, in the processing industry, in building and energy technology.

Bourns: Model 1260 Series DIN-Rail Pluggable Surge Protective Devices Designed for High-risk Electrical Service Entrance and Branch Panels
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Bourns: Model 1260 Series DIN-Rail Pluggable Surge Protective Devices Designed for High-risk Electrical Service Entrance and Branch Panels

Bourns, Inc. has recently announced its new Model 1260 Series Surge Protective Devices (SPDs). These AC hybrid SPDs are designed with an advanced MG (MOV + GDT technology) architecture that delivers enhanced reliability and safety protection due to the architecture’s no leakage or follow-on current features. Bourns developed its latest series of hybrid SPDs as an optimum protection solution for electrical service entrances, branch panels, heavy industrial systems, EV charging stations or virtually any power circuit in installations without Lightning Protection Systems (LPS)/lightning rods.

RS Offers Solutions Engineered to Modernize and Safeguard Energy and Utilities Applications
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RS Offers Solutions Engineered to Modernize and Safeguard Energy and Utilities Applications

RS is a trusted partner for navigating the complexities of the energy and utilities industry and offers a comprehensive suite of solutions designed to address the industry’s modernization and safety challenges. The energy and utilities industry is comprised of two main sectors: the energy sector, which includes processes related to the exploration, extraction, production, transportation, and distribution of oil and gas products made from hydrocarbon reserves, and the utilities sector, which encompasses the operation and management of utilities including power, water, natural gas, and wastewater.

Littelfuse: Class J Fuse Disconnect Switch Launch
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Littelfuse: Class J Fuse Disconnect Switch Launch

Littelfuse, Inc. has recently launched its Class J Fuse Disconnect Switch. The compact device combines a switch and multiple fuses into a single product offering a simpler way to manually open and close a circuit while safeguarding against overcurrent and short circuits. When the switch detects an overload or short circuit, the fuse blows automatically to open or break the circuit both upstream and downstream and shuts off the equipment.

Hammond Manufacturing: PCJ Series Type 4X Polycarbonate Junction Box (Solid and Clear Cover)
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Hammond Manufacturing: PCJ Series Type 4X Polycarbonate Junction Box (Solid and Clear Cover)

Introducing the PCJ series Type 4X polycarbonate junction box with both solid and clear non-metallic latch covers, designed to insulate and protect controls and components in both indoor and outdoor conditions. These enclosures are ideal for industrial pump controls, waste water, and irrigation control along with solar/wind power and chemical plants.

E-T-A: UL 1077 & UL 489 4230-T Miniature Circuit Breakers
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E-T-A: UL 1077 & UL 489 4230-T Miniature Circuit Breakers

The 4230 is a thermal-magnetic Miniature Circuit Breaker (MCB) in an industry standard footprint in accordance with DIN 43880. Its conformity with the relevant standards IEC 60947-2 and UL1077 makes the 4230-T ideally suitable for worldwide use. Due to its high rupture capacity of 63 A, the 4230-T is suitable for use as a supplementary protector. Later product extensions by add-on modules such as an auxiliary contact module or a working current module offer high flexibility for the user.

RS Is Stocking Honeywell’s Four New EV Sensor Series
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RS Is Stocking Honeywell’s Four New EV Sensor Series

RS is now stocking all four of the new electric vehicle (EV) sensor series recently launched by Honeywell. While U.S. EV adoption continues to lag in comparison to China and Europe, with EVs still accounting for less than 1% of the 279 million cars and light trucks registered in the U.S., EVs made up 5.6% of all new U.S. car registrations in 2022, which is up from 3.1% in 2021 and just 1.8% in 2020. One reason for this recent market growth is that EV manufacturers have released both more and more affordable vehicles.

ArcShield
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Rockwell Automation: ArcShield Technology for CENTERLINE 2100 Motor Control Centers

To help increase workforce safety and mitigate arc flash damage, Rockwell Automation developed ArcShield technology for CENTERLINE motor control centers (MCCs). And now, this arc flash safety technology has been expanded for Canadian manufacturers with high-amp applications typical in the oil, gas, mining, water treatment and power generation industries.