OSTVI050151

Terminal blocks are electrical connectors that interconnect two devices in a secure manner, such as between a printed circuit board and a connecting wire. Commonly used in industrial settings, they can conveniently connect multiple wires to a single board without having to manually splice the wires together. Generally speaking, terminal blocks come in two varieties, board-to-wire, and wire-to-board connectors.

OSTVI050151 is an example of a wire-to-board terminal block, specifically a 2.54mm pitch, forward-latching 10A terminal block. Designed for use in industrial applications, this terminal block is certified UL and RoHS compliant. With its ability to reliably connect multiple wires to a single board, the OSTVI050151 is ideal for industrial machinery that requires secure connections in limited space, such as on a circuit board.

The working principle of the OSTVI050151 terminal block is based on the mechanical motion of a latch and spring. The top latch of the terminal block rotates inward when the connector is inserted into the board and is then held in place by the spring, thus providing a secure connection with the printed circuit board. To ensure reliable connections on the wire side, dual spring contacts are incorporated into the design of the terminal block.

In order to disconnect the terminal block, the slight outward push of the latch releases it from the spring, allowing easy removal of the connector. OSTVI050151 terminal blocks have a current rating of 10 A, an insulation resistance of 500MΩ, and can handle an operating voltage of up to 125 V. The terminal block is also designed to be vibration and shock resistant, making it suitable for use in harsher industrial environments.

In conclusion, OSTVI050151 is a reliable and secure wire-to-board terminal block designed for use in industrial applications. With its spring and latch design, this terminal block creates a secure connection with a printed circuit board, while still allowing for easy removal. Certified UL and RoHS compliant, it can handle up to 10 amps, an operating voltage of 125V, and is designed for vibration and shock resistance.