Electric.ie Jan/Feb 2021

ELECTRIC.IE • The Magazine & Website for the Irish Electrical Industry • 25 Phoenix Contact Switch back on remotely T he narrow PTCB electronic circuit breakers from Phoenix Contact are now also available with inverted status output and reset input. The status of the devices is monitored remotely and tripped channels can be switched back on quickly and easily. With the new products, there is a choice between fixed and adjustable nominal current values. The versions up to 3 A are approved in accordance with NEC Class 2 for establishing energy-limited circuits. The narrow, single-channel devices can be combined with the Clipline complete terminal block system. With the consistent bridging options, you can also implement simple potential distribution quickly with the new products. The standard terminal blocks and the accessories will continue to be used, so no new materials need to be qualified. Adding to existing Unmanaged Ethernet Switches with fiber T he FL Switch 1000 series is expanded to introduce the eagerly awaited fiber variants. These switches offer a narrow housing, greater port density, and a best-in-class automation protocol traffic prioritization. The seven fiber optic models feature both gigabit and fast ethernet models, which allow for applications of different bandwidths in a variety of industries. Select models also feature SFP ports, providing greater flexibility for customers dependent upon their application connection and distance requirements. Thanks to unique mounting accessories, the FL Switch 1000 series can be mounted flat on the DIN rail, enabling use in small or flat cabinets with little space. Energy Efficient ethernet allows these switches to feature a reduced power consumption, which will lessen heat and the overall footprint of the device. applications is quick and easy. The device circuit breakers feature increased diagnostics and control options with reliable protection while taking up the narrowest amount of space.