Phoenix Contact: Thermal-magnetic Protection in an 8-mm Package
Narrow circuit breakers from Phoenix Contact offer more space in the control cabinet
Circuit Protection
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Phoenix Contact: VAL-SPP & VAL-US-SPP – Safe and Easy Surge Protection
The new VALVETRAB Safe Protection Plus (VAL-SPP) surge protective devices from Phoenix Contact protect both the installers and the end equipment. The new SPDs feature miswiring and touch protection, plus a reduced tightening torque of just 3 Newton-meters (Nm). The family includes the VAL-US-SPP, designed for common power supply systems in North America in accordance with the NEMA standard. The North American version is UL Listed and fully compliant with NFPA 79, which requires surge protection on safety circuits.
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Mouser Electronics and ABB Join in Distribution Deal to Deliver Electrification Products and Solutions
Mouser Electronics, Inc. has recently announced a new U.S. distribution agreement with ABB. ABB has nearly 40 manufacturing, distribution, and operational facilities across 20 US states, including nine major R&D centers.
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Mersen: Surge-Trap STXH 75kA Expands STXH Series
Mersen is pleased to announce the expansion of its STXH Series of Surge Protective Devices (SPDs). Mersen’s leading SPD for residential protection now includes a 75kA rating for premium whole-home protection. The new model is compatible with all residential electrical panels, making it a simple installation or upgrade for electrical installers. The Surge-Trap STXH is UL Type 1 listed and fully compliant with UL 1449, 5th Edition, making it suitable for any 120/240VAC split-phase application.
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RS PRO Enables Industrial Maintenance Without the Markup
RS offers a comprehensive selection of high-quality, cost-effective, and installation-ready RS PRO maintenance solutions designed to meet the needs of today’s busy industrial maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) professionals and arrive on time and under budget. Industrial maintenance is essential for ensuring regulatory compliance and personnel and equipment safety in the discrete and process manufacturing, energy and utilities, and facilities and intralogistics industries, and — depending on the approach — can deliver a host of other valuable benefits as well.
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Phoenix Contact: EMC Filters for Reliable Power Supply
EMC filters from Phoenix Contact prevent premature failures, shortened service life, and unplanned downtime in high-interference environments. The new filter portfolio limits interference voltages and currents that sensitive equipment can generate during normal operation and under fault conditions.
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SCHURTER: 5180 Appliance Inlet Filter with IP67
The newly developed SCHURTER 5180 is a appliance inlet with filter in accordance with IEC 60320 and IEC 60529. Thanks to several seals, the built-in device plug provides IP67 protection for the housing. In combination with the corresponding V-Lock power cord, a protection rating of IP54 is achieved when plugged in. This rating offers excellent protection against dust particles and is splash-proof.
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Wesgarde Highlights the Advanced MP Series 87 Heavy Duty Marine Rated Circuit Breaker
Wesgarde is proud to highlight the MP Series 87 Heavy Duty Marine Rated Circuit Breaker, an advanced solution for marine, vehicle, and rugged industrial environments. The switchable high amp circuit breaker features an intuitive manual reset and true On-Off functionality, enabling quick and safe circuit isolation whenever maintenance or emergency demands arise. With a flexible wide amp range from 25 to 250 amps, the MP Series 87 easily adapts to a broad spectrum of power applications, establishing itself as the premier choice for both OEMs and retrofit engineers.
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ABB: New Circuit Breaker to Make AI Data Centers and Advanced Manufacturing More Resilient
ABB has revealed the next generation of its flagship air circuit breaker, the SACE Emax 3. Aimed at large facilities with high power demands, including data centers, advanced manufacturing sites and critical infrastructure including hospitals and airports, the innovative Emax 3 is designed to address increased concerns about grid stability, cybersecurity, and the surging power…
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Siemens Launches SIQuench Technology in the U.S.
Siemens recently released its SIQuench for GM-SG and SIQuench Core arc mitigation technologies to the U.S. market. Both are designed to enhance reliability in medium-voltage systems by reducing arc energy released within the switchgear – thus, minimizing equipment damage as well as repair costs. SIQuench for GM-SG is an active arc mitigation system specifically designed for the GM-SG family of medium-voltage, air-insulated switchgear.
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ABB: SACE Emax 3 to Solve What’s Next in Power Distribution in the US
ABB debuted SACE Emax 3, the next innovation of its flagship air circuit breaker, to the U.S. market at the National Electrical Contractor’s Association (NECA) convention in Chicago, Illinois. Emax 3 is expertly engineered to address the evolving challenges of AI data centers, advanced manufacturing, and critical infrastructure. Emax 3 comes at a pivotal moment for industries facing growing challenges with grid resilience, speed of deployment, cybersecurity, sustainability, and operational efficiency.
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Hammond Manufacturing: 1583 Series Rack Mount Basic PDU
Introducing the 1583 Series Rack Mount Basic PDU, which has been designed for power distribution from the rear of the unit. This PDU is designed for 1U horizontal 19″ rackmount installation, and is available with an illuminated on/off rocker switch or red power indicator light. Available plug types include NEMA 5-15P straight blade and NEMA L5-15P locking type, and rotated options include outlets with extra spacing for clearance of most plug-in transformers.
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NOARK Showcases Next-Gen Technology at NECA 2025, Chicago
NOARK Electric will debut its cutting-edge Ex9VF7 Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) at NECA 2025, September 12–15, at McCormick Place West Convention Center. As attendees step into the Showstopper Showcase Booth (#1800), they will notice NOARK’s VFD demo and engaging multimedia experiences. At the main NOARK booth (#5238)—easily spotted under the signature green NOARK hanging sign—visitors can explore innovations across power distribution, motor control and energy efficiency.
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AutomationDirect: Eltwin Reversing and Non-Reversing Solid State Contactors
AutomationDirect has added Eltwin solid state contactors which provide load switching control with the advantage of no moving parts, considerably extending service life and reducing maintenance costs. In addition, solid state components make switching incredibly fast and allow for a much smaller contactor. Since these contactors are UL/cUL rated as motor controllers, they can be used for motors, heaters, transformers, and more.
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WAGO: 787-870 UPS Charger and Controller
Introducing WAGO’s UPS charger and controller, item #787-870. This product is a charger and controller for uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) with current and voltage monitoring, as well as parameter setting via LCD and RS-232 interface. This product features active signal outputs for function monitoring, remote input for deactivating the buffered output, and input for temperature control of a connected battery. Battery control (from manufacturing no. 215563 onwards) detects both battery life and battery type.
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PULS: PISA-M 4-Channel Electronic Circuit Breakers Protect, Distribute and Monitor
August 18, 2025 PULS has expanded its PISA series of electronic circuit breakers (ECBs) with (6) new PISA-M 4-channel ECB models. The new PISA-M units are an efficient solution for creating multiple lower power circuits from a single power supply to reduce system costs, wiring, complexity and space requirements. PISA-M units are extremely compact with…
