Terminal sizing
Terminal sizing
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Hi,
Does anyone know of a standard procedure for the sizing of electrical terminals? My company goes with the rule of thumb 2.5mm2 for control and 4mm2 for motors.
Thanks
Does anyone know of a standard procedure for the sizing of electrical terminals? My company goes with the rule of thumb 2.5mm2 for control and 4mm2 for motors.
Thanks





RE: Terminal sizing
For motor terminals, don't forget to account for necessary over sizing of conductors due to voltage drop, that is a very common mistake in terminal selection, i.e. the terminals are left too small for field wiring.
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RE: Terminal sizing
If your looking to build to a certain standard on parts, ratings such as UL/CSA CE compliance, etc...
What standards are you looking at, be specific?
RE: Terminal sizing
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