No Tools? No Problem – Check Phoenix Contact’s Push-In Technology PT

Robin Daughtry | December 19th, 2012

Wiring without Tools

Phoenix Contact’s PLC PT relays can be quickly and easily connected without specialized tools utilizing Push-In Technology – Ideal for High Vibration Applications because they have a reliable and long lasting connection

No Tools? No Problem - Check Phoenix Contact's Push-In Technology PT 1

Phoenix Contact’s PLC PT relays are equipped with spring-cage, push-in-terminal technology.  Terminations are made by simply pushing wire into the PT terminal, using very little force.  This time-saving connection technology is enhanced even further with the use of a ferrule, making connections easy and reliable.   To disconnect the wire, simply insert a screwdriver into the orange release key, push and release the wire.  The push-in technology creates a high degree of usability and includes a wide range of connections; from 26 AWG to 14 AWG wire sizes.  

Additional installation advantages can be gained by incorporating PLC PT relays into system cabling solutions.  These relays are compatible with a wide range of accessories, including system cable adapters, feed terminals and plug-in bridges.  Incorporating these accessories into your design can help create completely pluggable connections between the controller and the relays.  Coupling these push-in terminations on the field side can also result in installations that require only a fraction of the assembly time, compared to conventional wiring methods.

Watch this Video Showing the Connection Strength of the Push-In Relay

  • clear visual indication of the termination area
    • ensures complete termination
    • 100% fail-safe wiring
  • specially designed wire ejection button
    • any screwdriver can be used, or simply everday pens can eject wires
    • simplify maintenance
  • fifty percent reduced push-in force compared to competition
    • reduces the potential for wiring errors & ensures complete wire termination
    • faster wiring 
    • reduce wiring errors
  • 5 times the IEC requirement for pull-out force
    • eliminates wires backing out and causing maintenance issues
    • high termination retention force provides reliable and long lasting connections
    • ideal for high vibration applications

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