3058334 Connectors, Interconnects

Terminal blocks provide easy electrical connection points and are essential for reliable power distribution in industrial, commercial, automotive, and consumer applications. In specialized applications, terminal blocks are used in a variety of ways, each with a unique working principle. Here we explore the 3058334 application field and how it works.

Shunt or Brake Terminals

Shunt or brake terminals (3058334) are used in brake control circuits for motor controllers. They provide a single point of quick disconnect for the brake circuit and control the application of the brake by varying the voltage or pulsing the line. This type of terminal block allows the operator to quickly disconnect and reconnect the brake circuit to perform servicing or maintenance. When the terminals have a M8 threaded connection, they are designed to provide a clean and secure environmental seal, protecting the electrical connection from dust, water, and other hazardous elements. In certain types of brake applications, brake terminals are used to house a single contact pin to bridge the control circuit.

Automotive Ignition and Starter Terminals

Automotive ignition and starter terminals are specially designed terminal blocks used with the ignition and starter circuits in cars and light trucks. These types of 3058334 terminals provide an easy way to connect the switch or relay to the vehicle’s electrical system. The terminal blocks are typically available in configurations that allow the connection to be quickly and reliably made, without any need for soldering or other mechanical fastening. When used as an ignition switch, the terminal block provides a reliable connection between the vehicle battery and the starter motor, allowing the starter circuit to be activated by the starter switch.

Voltage and Current Sensor Terminals

Voltage and current sensor terminals are used in specialty applications that require accurate measurement or monitoring of voltage and current, such as in industrial automation, energy management, and renewable energy systems. These terminals typically feature one or two contact pins, allowing for the insertion or connection of a voltage or current sensor. The terminal blocks allow for the connection of the sensor to the power system, enabling the system to monitor or measure the voltage or current at any given point. Many of these types of voltage and current sensor terminals feature M8 threaded connections for added protection from dust, water, and other hazardous elements.

Control Signal Terminals

Control signal terminals are used to provide a single point of reliable connection for control signals in a number of applications. The terminals provide a reliable connection for small-signal wiring, such as thermocouples, resistive heating elements, and DC relay control circuits. The terminals feature an insulated material around the terminal block that prevents any shorting of the wires and allows the connection to be quickly and easily made. In some specialized applications, such as heated wire systems and timing circuits, control signal terminals are used to provide the connection between the control circuit and the output of the circuit.

Optical Sensor Terminals

Optical sensor terminals (3058334) are typically used in optical applications such as industrial robots, motion systems, and machinery control. The terminals provide a reliable connection for the light sensor, allowing the system to accurately detect the presence of an object or measure the distance of an object. These types of terminal blocks feature insulated materials to prevent any shorting of the wires, as well as provide a secure connection for the sensor. Additionally, many of these terminals feature M8 threaded connections for added dust, water, and other hazardous element protection.

Communication Protocol Terminals

Communication protocol terminals are used for serial communication between two or more devices. These types of terminal blocks provide a reliable connection for RS232/485 serial communication, allowing the system to send and receive data over a serial connection. Communication protocol terminals feature an insulated material around the block that prevents any shorting of the wires and also allows the connection to be quickly and easily made. In addition, many of these types of terminals feature M8 threaded connections for added dust, water, and other hazardous element protection.

As can be seen, there are a variety of specialized 3058334 terminal block applications with unique working principles. Whether they are used to provide a secure and reliable connection for motors, sensors, timing circuits, or communication protocols, terminal blocks are a must-have device in various power distribution applications.