In today's electronic world, connection means everything. From the smallest circuit board to the huge industrial control system, the connection mode of components not only determines the performance, but also relates to the reliability, manufacturability and cost. TE Connectivity can meet various demands of users with its rich product portfolio, including famous brands such as BUCHANAN and ENTRELEC, specifically including terminal block connector, wiring terminal (including DIN rail terminal block), panel mounting terminal block, plug and socket. TE Connectivity offers tailor-made interconnect wiring solutions for many areas including automation, lighting and control systems.
Let's take a look at BUCHANAN, which has decades of experience in terminal connection and line-to-board technology. Under TE Connectivity, BUCHANAN is committed to providing robust, modular and efficient connector systems to meet modern design requirements. Well-designed connectors are more important than ever in the context of miniaturization, higher current densities, and more stringent regulatory requirements (safety, EMI, and environmental adaptability).g.
The BUCHANAN brand brings together a variety of solutions, such as (Figure 1):
Barrier terminal block
Pin, plug and socket
Line to plate
Figure 1: Fence terminal block, terminal block plug and line-to-board terminal block from left to right. Picture source: TE Connectivity)
BUCHANAN products ensure designers select the most suitable connection for their application without compromising quality or consistency. Some product functions are as follows:
Quick solderless plug-in connector design
Easy to identify color configuration
Compact design and space saving
Can be stacked side by side
Can connect wires of various sizes
Application of BUCHANAN:
Lighting and LED systems benefit from the WireMate series connectors of the BUCHANAN product line, where fast assembly and compact design are key. Plug-in design means fast and reliable wiring without tools, ideal for small cabinets or lamp nodes.
Industrial control and automation areas typically require extensive signal and power connections in compact spaces. The wiring terminal block of BUCHANAN is solid and durable. Through field verification, screw and cage clamp can be used for wiring.
Modularity and consistent performance across different product lines also benefit electronics and consumer appliances, simplifying procurement, design reuse, and manufacturing processes.
Let's look at the ENTRELEC brand. ENTRELEC was originally a French company specialized in the production of terminal blocks. The company was founded around 1920. Later part of ABB, TE Connectivity acquired ABB's ENTterminal block business in 2018. This acquisition significantly strengthens TE's portfolio of industrial connection products and enables ENTto continue its global business through TE. The long legacy of ENTRELEC means that you will be using a brand that has been field proven for decades in harsh environments.
The ENTof TE offers a wide range of terminal blocks and M8/M12 connectors for industrial, rail, power distribution and harsh environment applications. A variety of screw clamps, push-on spring terminals, pluggable, power distribution, components, stud terminals are just a fraction of TE Connectivity's many products.
The ENTbrand brings together numerous solutions such as (Figure 2):
Grooved DIN rail
Terminal block marker tape
Trunking and Piping
Figure 2: DIN rail terminal block, terminal block marker card and trunking from left to right. Picture source: TE Connectivity)
ENToffers a range of outstanding product features spanning a wide range of technical areas:
Diversified termination technology
Large product portfolio
Time and space saving design
High current, rugged
Application of ENTproduct line:
Industrial control panel and automation cabinet: DIN rail-mounted terminal block is adopted, which can realize signal, power supply and control wiring in a compact and modular form.
Railway and transportation system: ENTRELEC provides special terminal blocks for rolling stock/infrastructure, and the products are certified for vibration, impact, corrosion, etc.
Power distribution and PV units: Power modules and power distribution modules mean ENTsuitable for situations requiring high current and modular wiring.
Measurement/Test System: The test block family allows safe measurement/monitoring on existing equipment (relays, instruments, etc.).
Severe/harsh environment: the combination of the rugged connection characteristics of TE products and the traditional characteristics of ENTmakes the brand suitable for environments with high reliability requirements.