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Terminal blocks - Barrier Blocks (0387215306 application field and working principle) are essential elements of an electrical circuit as they allow for the easy connection or disconnection of electric cables and components from a circuit. In doing so, they can be used in a wide variety of applications from industrial to domestic settings. They are typically made up of two parts: a contact block and a busbar. The contact block is designed to connect the cables to the wiring on the busbar. The busbar holds the various terminals that actually form the connection points for the cables and components.

When it comes to using terminal blocks – barrier blocks in industrial settings, they typically involve a high power current of more than 200Amps. This type of system generally requires an access block that will allow personnel to unplug the terminals from the busbar if there is an electrical fault or a disruption in supply. These blocks come with safety features such as a protective cover to protect the terminal, an earth of ground connection point and a breakable clip separating the contact block from the busbar. They also come with features such as surge protection, inrush current limiting and safe-touch unlocking systems, which help ensure safe and secure connections when dealing with high-voltage circuits.

In a domestic setting, terminal blocks – barrier blocks are used when connecting up satellite dishes, digital television boxes and other low-voltage installations. These blocks are designed to be smaller and lighter, using a range of different colors to signify different functions. The contact block still allows for the cables to be inserted and the ground connection point is still present, but the busbar’s terminals are designed to only accept a limited range of current. Surge protection is also present to help protect items such as televisions from being damaged.

The working principle of terminal blocks – barrier blocks is fairly straightforward and remains the same across all applications, regardless of their size or environment they are being used in. When a cable is inserted in the contact block, the current is directed into the busbar which contains the terminals. These include the ground connection point and the single output point, which is used to connect the cable’s end to the component it is being connected to. When the connection is made, there exists a continuous electrical circuit from the power source all the way to the component. When a cable needs to be removed from the block the clip is broken and the contact block slides out to disconnect the cable.

In conclusion, terminal blocks – barrier blocks are essential components in any electrical setup, providing a safe and secure way to attach or remove electrical cables from the circuit. They are conceptually simple in design and are used in a range of different applications, which require different safety features depending on the application.