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Zhejiang Haidu Electric Co., Ltd.
Zhejiang Haidu Electric Co., Ltd. is China Heavy-current Terminal Block Manufacturer and Sale Heavy-current Terminal Block Factory. It is close to National Highway 104 and has very convenient transportation. The company has advanced production equipment and complete testing equipment. It is a high-tech enterprise integrating manufacturing, research and development and trade. The company specializes in the production of electrical energy metering junction boxes, meter box split terminals, high current wiring terminals, multi-purpose terminals, switch terminals, T-connection terminals, insulation puncture clamps and various wiring equipment.
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In industrial electrical systems, high-current terminal blocks serve as critical nodes for power transmission, and their performance directly impacts the stability and safety of the entire system. Installation ease, wire compatibility, and material construction are three key factors in determining a terminal's practicality. These factors not only reflect the manufacturing process but also serve as crucial technical considerations for engineers when selecting a terminal block. This article will systematically analyze these characteristics.

Is a high-current terminal block easy to install?

The installation experience of modern high-current terminal blocks is meticulously designed to ensure safety without sacrificing efficiency:

Spring Cage Clamp: products utilize a combination of a pressure spring and a guide cone. The clamping point can be opened with a standard screwdriver, eliminating the need to fully loosen traditional screws and allowing wires to be secured in a single operation.

Modular Rail Mount: The terminal base features a standardized snap-in slot for quick engagement with common DIN rails. A spring-loaded latch provides a rigid, secure fit, significantly improving assembly efficiency within distribution cabinets.

User-Friendly Design: A transparent insulating housing allows for easy inspection of wiring status, a recessed number plate provides permanent identification, and a test jack allows measurements without disconnecting the line.

Torque Standardization: High-end products feature precise torque-indicating screws. The screw head automatically breaks when the tightening torque is reached, preventing contact resistance variations caused by overtightening or undertightening.

What wire cross-sections can high-current terminal blocks accommodate?

Wire capacity directly determines the terminal's applicable applications, primarily driven by mechanical design and thermal management requirements:

Range of coverage: Standard high-current terminals typically support wire cross-sections ranging from 16mm² to 300mm², with specialized models extending to 500mm² and above. Specific values ​​are clearly indicated on the product specifications.

Structural Adaptability: The terminal cavity features a tapered design with internal wire stops of varying diameters, ensuring secure grip for thicker cables while preventing over-insertion of thinner wires.

Crimp Requirements: For wires exceeding 50mm², copper lugs are recommended. Terminals typically feature dual pressure points, one for compressing the wire insulation and the other for compressing the conductor.

Thermal Expansion Compensation: Some brands incorporate elastic metal washers within the clamping mechanism to maintain stable contact pressure despite thermal expansion of the conductor caused by high current.

What materials are used in high-voltage terminal blocks?

Material selection is fundamental to ensuring the insulation performance and mechanical strength of high-voltage terminals. We adhere to the principle of layered optimization in our design:

Insulation: Glass fiber-reinforced polyamide (PA66-GF25) boasts a tensile strength of 180 MPa, an insulation resistance exceeding 1013 Ω, and can withstand a long-term operating temperature of 150°C.

Conductive components: The current bars are precision-forged from electrolytic copper (Cu-ETP) and plated with thick silver (≥6 μm) or tin to ensure low contact resistance and resistance to electrochemical corrosion.

Fasteners: Screws and pressure plates are constructed from austenitic stainless steel (A2-70 standard), offering reliable anti-magnetization properties and mechanical strength.

Special treatment: In high-voltage applications (>1000V), a silicone rubber coating is applied to the insulation surface to create a composite insulation system that effectively suppresses surface arcing.

Zhejiang Haidu Electric Co., Ltd.
Zhejiang Haidu Electric Co., Ltd.
Zhejiang Haidu Electric Co., Ltd.