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Defining IP 65 and NEMA 12/4 Enclosure Ratings
Posted on 10/7/19 6:59 AM
Dirt, dust, water—all “adversaries” of electrical products due to the potential damage they can cause. To help protect products from these elements, the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) and the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) have created classification systems designating different degrees of protection, depending on the application, for enclosures of electrical equipment.
Topics: electrical safety, designing for export, ingress protection, NEMA 12/4 Enclosure Ratings
Choosing a Power Cord or Cord Set
Posted on 9/23/19 10:40 AM
Selecting the appropriate power cord or cord set starts with knowing who the end user will be. Due to a variety of standards and different plug patterns used throughout the world, it is essential to know what is needed per that country’s requirements.
Topics: cord set, product design, power cord
Safe Connections with NEMA Plugs and Sockets
Posted on 8/26/19 8:06 AM
The configurations on NEMA plugs and sockets are designed to assist in keeping electrical connections safe.
Topics: Designing for North America, safety, NEMA plugs, NEMA Sockets
Reading and Printing a Safety Approval Document
Posted on 8/12/19 3:58 PM
Certifying that a product is safe for use is important, as is understanding the content of the safety approval document that is issued for that product.
Topics: safety agency, safety approval, safety, compliance standards
Creating Made-to-Order Assemblies
Posted on 7/29/19 12:30 PM
Made-to-order assembly: product created per a customer’s specifications. Stock item: product specifications predetermined and found in inventory.
Topics: made to order, MTO, special orders, cable made to order, power cord made to order