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WAGO - Who has not heard of the WAGO clamp, the WAGO terminal blocks, WAGO connection terminals or WAGO junction box terminals or the innovative WAGO Compact connection terminals of the WAGO 221 series? In particular, the transparent terminals allow a cable wire that has not been correctly inserted or not correctly stripped to be checked visually. High quality, practical and innovative. Everyone needs these clamps and most just want WAGO. But WAGO has much more to offer. eibmarkt® offers all top products from WAGO on eibabo®. In addition to the typical well-known items for electrical connection technology, WAGO also offers special electronic components for automation technology, such as the fieldbus-independent WAGO I/O system. WAGO Kontakttechnik GmbH & Co. KG is a German company. WAGO employs thousands of people worldwide. Two business areas separate the product range of WAGO, namely ELECTRICAL INTERCONNECTIONS and AUTOMATION. The ELECTRICAL INTERCONNECTIONS division was formed shortly after the company was founded in the 1950s. Among other things, it contained the first complete family of terminal blocks with self-supporting contact inserts. All WAGO electrical connection technology products are based on the principle of spring force. These clamping and connection systems guarantee trouble-free operation and 100% safety without any maintenance. Clamped easily and in a matter of seconds, and released again just as quickly if desired, WAGO's connecting, terminal blocks, printed circuit board terminals and connectors have proven themselves to be outstanding. Due to their reliability, they are ideal for use in building and energy technology, the automotive industry, traffic and process technology and in mechanical and plant engineering. In the 1990s, the ELECTRONICC division was added, which included the first fieldbus-independent WAGO-I/O-SYSTEM. Due to the rapid development, WAGO decided to adapt the name of the business area to the term AUTOMATION, which is more common on the market. The WAGO AUTOMATION division offers customers flexibility and planning freedom as the main advantages of modular and fieldbus-independent devices in decentralized automation. In this area, WAGO introduced a fieldbus system as early as 1995 with which fieldbus nodes can be precisely adapted to an application using the modular principle. Since then, this system has been continuously expanded and further developed. I/O systems, interface modules, power supplies and overvoltage protection from WAGO are used wherever maximum performance and 100 percent safety are required: in industry, process technology and building automation just as naturally as in all safety-relevant and potentially explosive areas. At eibabo® you will find a variety of items in the main catalog for electrical material in the plug-in terminals, lighting terminals, terminal blocks, test measuring devices, function modules and relays catalogues. With over 1500 items, eibabo® offers a large selection of high-quality products from WAGO, with which you too can implement your projects flexibly, safely and quickly. In particular, our approx. 500 WAGO stock items are very popular.

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Distributor - connection lines - Connection lines in the junction box usually mean wiring bridges or cable bridges. These are electric cables that are fitted with wire sleeves or cable lugs as required and can have different cable cross-sections. Depending on the nature and intended use of the connection line, they are offered as both flexible and rigid variants. The rigid models can be connected to units with several poles and usually bridge the standardized DIN rail distances for small distributors. This allows you to professionally connect switches and other components within a meter cabinet. These would be, for example, timers, transformers, counters, contactors, miniature circuit breakers, FI switches or circuit breakers. If you would also like to make the connections mentioned, please use the high-quality and inexpensive connecting cables from your eibabo online shop.Catalogue content:In this eibabo® catalogue Distribution boards > Connection cable tree for distribution boards you will find items from the following product groups:Item overview:Access harnessAccess lineCable access treeCable harnessComb railCommunicationComplete cabinetComplete meter cabinetConnecting bridgeConnection cable tree for distribution boardsConnection lineConnection line for distribution panelsCounter distributionCounter systemDistribution cabinetEngineering centerLine jumperMeter access lineMeter boardMeter boxMeter distributorMeter spaceOperating resourcesOutgoing linePhase railPlug counterTransducerWiring harnessfrom the following manufacturers:Manufacturer overview catalogue Distributor - connection lines:ABBEatonFTG GöhringerHagerJumoOBOPollmannSiemensStriebel & John

Cover strip mdrc - Proceed carefully when planning and installing a control cabinet. Accordingly, dimension the distribution box so that not only do all planned components find their place, but also keep a few capacities free on the terminal rails. After all, you never know if and when, for example, you will build the sauna you have been wanting for a long time. And then the sauna heater needs a fuse in the switch cabinet. In order to cover these empty spaces and prevent direct access to the bare rails, we at the eibabo online shop offer you inexpensive plastic strips that are suitable for your installation, which you simply click onto the control cabinet cover plate and over the unused slots. The strips have predetermined breaking points according to the spacing of the fuses. It is therefore possible to shorten the strips to the length that corresponds to the length of the free slots in your control cabinet.Catalogue content:In this eibabo® catalogue Distribution boards > Cover strip (modular) for meter-/distribution board you will find items from the following product groups:Item overview:Blind stripsClosing strips for distributor installationClosing strips for meter installationClosing strips for meter/distributor installationClosure profileClosure stripsCoverCover plateCover strip (modular) for meter-/distribution boardCover strip adjustableCover strip for meter-/distribution boardCover strip lockableCover strips for distributor installationCover strips for meter installationCover strips for meter/distributor installationCover strips REG for distributor installationCover strips REG for meter installationCover strips REG for meter/distributor installationDevice slot coverField coverageLoad disconnectorLow-voltage distributorMasking stripsReplacement touch guard coverSelf-locking cover stripsShock protection coverSmall distribution board equippedTouch protection coverfrom the following manufacturers:Manufacturer overview catalogue Cover strip mdrc:ABBABNEatonHagerHenselLegrand BticinoPollmannRittalSchneider ElectricSiemensSpelsbergStriebel & John

Distribution box cable floor system - In this eibabo® catalogue Sub-floor systems > Distribution box for cable floor system you will find items from the following product groups:Item overview:Cable floor systemConsolidationPointData distributor for cable floor systemDistribution box for cable floor systemDistributorFast connectorFastconnectorFloor systemPower distributor for cable floor systemRenovation floor systemUnderfloor systemfrom the following manufacturers:Manufacturer overview catalogue Distribution box cable floor system:Tehalit

Telecom. terminal strip - mount. tray - In this eibabo® catalogue Data and telecommunication > LSA-Plus mounting box you will find items from the following product groups:Item overview:Communication barCommunication stripsConnection strip LSA PlusInformation technologyLSA Plus connection stripLSA Plus mounting bracketLSA Plus mounting trayLSA Plus mounting tray systemLSA-Plus mounting boxLSA-Plus mounting trayMarshalling boxMounting bracketMounting shellMounting trayMounting tray for telecommunications stripsMounting tray LSA-PlusMounting tray system LSA-PlusTerminal boxfrom the following manufacturers:Manufacturer overview catalogue Telecom. terminal strip - mount. tray:3MCobiNetCommScope EMEACommScope/AMP NetconnDehnOBOReichle & De-MassariRutenbeck

Distributor-timer - analog - A distribution time switch is a device with which you can control a device connected to it individually in terms of time. It mounts on the DIN rail inside your junction box. In the eibabo shop you have the choice between analog or digital time switches. The analog versions are very easy to use. Most of them have a time slice divided into segments that represent a total cycle of 24 hours. By activating certain segments you activate or deactivate the switching process for the corresponding time. The number of segments may vary depending on the model. The higher the number of segments, the more precisely the switching time can be set. There are also analogue distributor time switches with a slightly different structure or models in which several switching cycles can be programmed at the same time.Catalogue content:In this eibabo® catalogue Devices for distribution board-/surface mounting > Analogous time switch for distribution board you will find items from the following product groups:Item overview:Analog distributor timerAnalog time switch for DIN railAnalog time switch for front panel installationAnalogous time switch for distribution boardAnalogue timerBuilt-in time switchBuilt-in timerDaily timerDefrost timerDistribution timerDual channel timerEnergy efficientFront panel timerHourly timerLighting controlMain clockPower reserveProgram clockShort-time timerSingle channel timerTimerTimer clockTimersTwilight switchWall mounted timerWeek clockWeekly timerYear clockfrom the following manufacturers:Manufacturer overview catalogue Distributor-timer - analog:ABBDoepkeEatonFinderHagerLegrand BticinoMüller HugoSchneider ElectricSiemensTheben

Distributor-timer - digital - Don't you also think that many electrical consumers don't have to be in operation all day? Would you like to save costs and conserve resources? This is possible with timers for the control cabinet. Find out here which functions digital distribution time switches can take on and which special features you should pay attention to when buying.At eibabo® you will find the right digital distributor time switch for installation in the electrical distribution board. We carry a large selection of Astro timers, weekly timers and yearly timers. Manufacturers of high-quality devices include Hager, Finder, ABL Sursum, Theben, ABB, Stotz S&J, Legrand (BT), Grässlin, Eltako and Schneider Electric. In the following text we will go into the individual variants in more detail.What are distribution timers?A time switch for the junction box is an electronic or mechanical device that switches electrical consumers on a time-controlled basis. These can be switched on and off without having to flip the switch yourself. This can be useful in private households as well as in commercial companies and in the industrial sector. The purposes of the distributor time switches include, among other things, the automatic switching on and off of lighting systems or the control of fixed house installations such as heating, ventilation, lawn sprinklers and air conditioning units. This not only saves you time, but also money.NoticeDistribution time switches are often offered in grid dimensions (pitch units). Depending on the equipment, such a device requires one to four modular widths in the control cabinet.The advantages of a timer are therefore obvious: electricity costs can be reduced effectively through the targeted control of your electrical devices. At the same time, you have the option of making your home less attractive to burglars, for example by simulating your presence using optionally available random functions.You can also get digital or analogue timers for the socket in another catalog from the eibabo® shop. Their function is comparable to that of the distributor time switches. However, the area of application extends to 'mobile' devices that are not permanently installed. These include Christmas lights, aquarium technology or decorative items such as fountains.What functions do distribution timers offer?A high-quality distributor time switch offers numerous functions and programs for the individual setting of the switching cycles. These include:60 min program / 24 h programWeekly program / annual programAutomatic summer/winter time changeoverholiday programimpulse programcycle programastro programrandom programPermanent switching ON/OFFexpiration timerhour meter Image: Theben TR 644 top2 RC distribution time switchWhat is the difference between each type of timer?We often come across terms such as astro timers, weekly timers or yearly timers. With regard to a purchase decision, the question then arises as to whether there are significant differences between these models. The basic function is the same for all models. The differences lie in the detail and the setting options of the individual variants. The astro function of a timer adjusts the switching times daily to the seasonally changing length of the day. In other words: When the days get longer in spring, the device switches on a little later every evening and a little earlier every morning. This process is calculated electronically and does not require a brightness sensor, for example, which would otherwise have to give the command to switch the light on or off. With a weekly timer, you can set individual switching times for each day of the week. In contrast, the function of a very simple time switch is limited to setting switching cycles within 24 hours.Already knew?Modern timers have a powerful power reserve. In the event of a power failure, this ensures the function of the timer for up to 10 more years.The annual time switch offers even more extensive functions. This means that different switching times can be provided for each calendar day and vacations and public holidays can be taken into account.Do distribution timers require a separate power supply?Digital timers always require energy to operate. As a rule, a distribution time switch is clamped onto the DIN rail of the control cabinet and supplied with mains voltage via an integrated power pack. Time switches that are exclusively battery operated are rare. These are typically analogue variants, which are used, for example, as 'door openers' in stables when there is no electricity.Is a digital timer always better than an analogue model?An analog timer works mechanically, a digital timer works electronically. Whether one or the other variant is more suitable for you depends on your requirements for the device. Mechanical timers usually have a higher-level switch with which you can switch the device off completely, switch it on permanently or switch it to switching mode. Switch buttons arranged in a circle represent the daily routine. There are usually 48 buttons and each button stands for half an hour. Activate or deactivate the corresponding switching period by pressing or pulling out. Compared to analog timers, digital timers offer significantly more setting options and functions. In contrast to mechanical timers, you can usually set several switching programs down to the minute over days or weeks. The distribution timer is operated using buttons and a display. TIP:If you want to control more than one device with the distribution timer, choose a model with the appropriate number of channels. This saves a lot of space in the control cabinet. Times and switching programs are clearly shown on the display. In terms of accuracy and functionality, a digital time switch is clearly superior to the analogue version. However, it requires a certain learning phase to understand the technology and set switching programs. If you only need 'rough' and daily recurring switching processes, analogue time switches are still a good alternative. These are set up and ready to use in just a few seconds.Can distributor time switches be programmed using an app or externally?There are distributor time switches that have Bluetooth and can be configured using an app. This allows you to display and change the switching states via smartphone or tablet computer. The prerequisite is the coupling between the input devices and timers within a network. Another way of programming the switching times is to use manufacturer-specific software. You can transfer the switching information to a special memory card via the USB interface of your computer. The memory card can then be connected to the time switch on the construction site/in the switch cabinet and the switching data can be loaded into the switch and vice versa.Doesn't a distribution timer consume more electricity than it saves?If the focus is on switching a consumer (e.g. the lighting) on and off, a distribution time switch is of course useful. As a rule, active end devices consume significantly more power than a timer. The question asked above relates to switching off a device that would otherwise run in standby mode for hours.To answer this question, a distinction must be made between an analogue and a digital time switch. An analogue model is less complex and usually has an output of less than 1 watt. With an electricity price of 40 cents per kilowatt hour, for example, the consumption costs are around 1 cent per day with 24 hours. With a digital timer, you have to assume around 2 watts and thus calculate electricity costs of 2 cents per day. In this calculation example, the investment costs for one or more time switches should also be taken into account.You can now compare this with the standby power consumption of your devices. This essentially depends on the type, age and number of devices. Old devices with displays consume more power in standby than modern electronics with only one control LED. A mix of new and old devices in the household currently results in an average consumption of 1 to 2 watts per device. If you need a separate timer for each electrical device, using them to save standby power is therefore not economical. The situation is somewhat different with distribution time switches, which can switch several devices or machines with a high standby current at the same time. This may save you on standby electricity costs, although this is not the primary reason for using a timer in these cases either. TIP:Pay attention to the shortest switching time of the device if you want to switch short intervals. Some devices only switch every minute and only a few devices switch every second or even faster. An example: If you have a terrarium with a sprinkler system, the nozzles should usually only spray for a few seconds. This is to maintain high humidity. Prolonged spraying may flood facility and animals. Catalogue content:In this eibabo® catalogue Devices for distribution board- / surface mounting > Digital time switch for distribution board you will find items from the following product groups:Item overview:Astro timerBuilt-in timerDaily timerDigital timerDistribution timerEnergy efficientExpansion moduleInstallation timerJunction boxLighting controlLocation dependentPosition dataPower reserveProgram clockQuartz timerSeries installationTimerTimer moduleTimersUniversal timerWeekly programWeekly timerYear time switchfrom the following manufacturers:Manufacturer overview catalogue Distributor-timer - digital:ABBDoepkeEatonEltakoFinderHagerHamaLegrand BticinoSchneider ElectricSiemensTheben

Busbar holder - With a busbar, individual machines can be quickly and easily connected to one another in the switch box without having to create complex cable bridges by hand. Busbar supports form the installation basis for this and give the entire system the necessary stability. The high-quality busbar supports, which you can buy inexpensively in the eibabo shop, come from well-known manufacturers such as Wago, Phoenix, Hager, Weidmüller, ABB, Rittal or Eaton and have proven themselves thousands of times over as quality products all over the world. Speaking of which, we will not only send you the busbar supports, but also all the items purchased from our online shop to your construction site worldwide. With short delivery times, insured shipping and Trusted Shops buyer protection, you can be sure that your installation project will not be delayed.Catalogue content:In this eibabo® catalogue Energy distribution systems > Busbar support you will find items from the following product groups:Item overview:AccessoriesBaseBusbarBusbar coverBusbar end pieceBusbar holderBusbar insertsBusbar supportBusbar systemCoverCover capCover plateCovering capInterior designInterior design systemManifold assemblyMounting devicePolycarbonatePower distributionProtective conductor rail supportRail holderRail mountRail supportShield clamp holderSpare partSpare PartsSupport standZero rail supportfrom the following manufacturers:Manufacturer overview catalogue Busbar holder:ABBABNDehnEatonEricoHagerHenselMersenMüllerPhoenixRittalSchneider ElectricSiemensStriebel & JohnWAGOWeidmüllerWielandWöhner

Dc power supply - Are you looking for a reliable DC power supply within your electrical installation? But you need more information to be able to decide on a specific device? In the following article we clarify frequently asked questions and support you in choosing the right device. At eibabo® we list a large number of switching devices for low voltage. This allows you to implement a DC power supply that can be used in electrical distribution installations in low-voltage networks.What is a DC power supply?Devices for the direct current supply supply the consumers connected to your electrical distribution system (fuse box or distribution cabinet) with low voltage. The scope of performance of the devices we offer ranges from under 5V to 12V, 24V, 48V to 54V.Good to knowWhen electric current flows, charge carriers move. If the voltage has the same polarity continuously, the direction of movement of electrons and protons is also constant and it is direct current. If the polarity changes periodically, the direction of movement of the charge carriers also changes. Then there is alternating current.Most of the devices are mounted on the DIN rail in the control cabinet. In home automation and building technology, flush-mounted power supplies are also increasingly being used, which you can install directly in flush-mounted boxes (deep switch boxes). Discover a large selection of high-quality DC power supply products with us. These include, for exampleDC/DC converterCompact power supplies, power supplies and power packsSwitching power supplies and switching power supplies (for mounting on DIN rails, for surface mounting, for flush mounting and for fixed installations)as well as primary switching regulators, transformer rectifiers and wide-range switching power supplies What are DC/DC converters?DC/DC converters are used wherever one direct voltage has to be converted into another. In other words, DC/DC converters convert the power of a direct current (DC) source from one voltage level to another. In this case, the input energy is temporarily stored and then delivered to the output with a different voltage. The output voltage can be either higher or lower than the input voltage. Electrical energy is stored either in magnetic field storage components (such as a transformer) or in electric field storage components (such as a capacitor). The devices will not work with AC power sources. Good to know:The devices for direct current supply are characterized by a very favorable price-performance ratio and a high level of efficiency. Considering efficiency is important because there are power losses when converting between different voltage levels. Depending on the voltage, current and type of DC/DC converter, the efficiency varies from 75% to 95% or more.What are DC power supplies?In contrast to DC/DC converters, DC power supplies are supplied with AC voltage and provide a specific DC output voltage. The devices are available with different performance data, among other things in order to meet the sometimes different mains voltages in many regions of the world. On the other hand, the various electronic components in an installation require different voltages to achieve their highest efficiency values. In addition to direct current power supplies, which supply a fixed constant voltage, you will also find power supplies with dual outputs or multiple outputs at eibabo. Each output can have a different constant voltage. You are thus able to supply several loads with different operating voltages from one power pack.Power supply or power supply?A power supply is usually a compact device that usually supplies a fixed voltage. A power supply unit, on the other hand, is more complex and expensive. This means that several voltages can often be set variably.In Europe, 12V and 24V power supplies are the most common. Our range of products covers the power range from below 5V to 54V. The spectrum ranges from small, narrow, efficient power supplies to very powerful DC power supplies, converters and complex power supplies.What is the difference between a transformer, a transformer rectifier and a switching power supply?A transformer is a component consisting of coils, copper wire and an iron core. Typically, a transformer increases or decreases electrical voltages. Incoming AC voltage is converted into outgoing AC voltage in a certain ratio. The device does not transform AC voltage into DC voltage. A transformer always uses AC voltage, while a power supply unit uses DC voltage.A transformer rectifier is something like the predecessor of the switching power supply and is only used occasionally today. The device generates DC voltage from AC voltage. With an internal transformer, this device also increases or decreases incoming AC power. The AC voltage is rectified by means of a bridge circuit and then smoothed by a capacitor. A built-in linear regulator on some models ensures that the output voltage is kept at a constant level. These devices are called regulated power supplies, while models without a linear regulator are called unregulated power supplies. A capacitor for short-term damping of voltage peaks is also not installed in all models. The direct current can be taken from the device output. A major disadvantage of these devices is the relatively high permanent power consumption, even when no consumer is connected.The switching power supply is the further development of the transformer rectifier. Here, too, an AC voltage is converted into a larger or smaller AC voltage by a transformer. For safety reasons, the primary circuit (e.g. with 230V mains voltage) is galvanically isolated from the secondary circuit (e.g. with 12V). A bridge rectifier now generates the required direct current, which is also smoothed here by a capacitor.Image: Eltako SNT12-230V/24VDC-1A switching power supplyWhat are wide range power supplies?Power supplies with a 'wide range' on the input side can be operated with different nominal voltages. These devices do not have to be adjusted manually or automatically to the nominal voltage applied.Which devices for DC power supply are recommended?When purchasing a DC power supply, make sure the device meets your requirements for the intended use. Recommended devices for DC power supply are characterized by:a high quality finisha very good efficiencya high energy efficiency You will find the information on efficiency and all other technical specifications in the data sheets as well as in the product description of the respective devices. Here in the shop you only get devices from top manufacturers. These include Eaton, Eltako, Jung, MDT, Phoenix, Omron, Merten, Siemens and many other well-known manufacturers. To make your selection easier, the items in this catalog are pre-sorted according to relevance. You are welcome to filter according to further technical properties. Please use the detailed search for this. Catalogue content:In this eibabo® catalogue Low-voltage industrial components > DC-power supply you will find items from the following product groups:Item overview:Blind controlCentral supplyCompact power supplyConstant currentConstant voltage sourceDC power supplyEnergy managementEnergy monitoringHome automationHome controlLoad monitoring deviceMains rectifierPower adapterPower converterPower guardPower modulePower monitoring relayPower relayPower suppliesPower supply moduleSecurity of supplySupply deviceSwitching power supplySystem devicesVideo network deviceVoltage moduleVoltage regulatorWide voltagefrom the following manufacturers:Manufacturer overview catalogue Dc power supply:ABBanzadoAssa Abloy effeffBlockEatonEltakoEmtronFinderHagerHeitecHekatronHirschmannIfm ElectronicIndexaJumoJungKonzeptLEG Industrie-Elekt.Legrand BticinoLeuzeMean WellMertenMicrosensMurrelektroniknVent ThermalOligoOmronPepperl + FuchsPhoenixPulsRiedelRockwellRutenbeckSBA-TrafoTechSchneider ElectricSiemensSomfySpectraStahlThebenTrafo-Technik-HoppeckeTurckWAGOWantecWeidmüllerWielandWindowMaster

Installation small distributor - Do you need one or more small installation distributors at top conditions for the production of your electrical installation? The eibabo technology store offers the right machine housing for every requirement. Choose from numerous models in different sizes and for every type of installation. TIP:Calculate reserves, at least 25% additional space required. Size the distributor slightly larger. You never know if and when you might want to make more installs. If there is later a need for expansion, additional slots and mounting locations for fuses, sockets or measuring devices are required.What are installation small distributors?A small installation distribution board is also referred to as a machine housing, power box or fuse box. There are power distributors in almost every electrified house these days. Depending on how complex a system is, there can be various sub-distributors or group distributors in addition to a main control cabinet. The safety devices, switching devices or measuring devices for a specific section of the installation are then located in these distribution boxes.What is the function of a small installation distribution board?A complex electrical installation must be divided into individual sections. These are individually insured. This avoids faults and short circuits affecting the entire system. Such a section can be, for example, an apartment. The small installation distribution board contains switches, automatic circuit breakers and other devices with which the electrical current is distributed and secured in the respective section. From here, the lines lead to other sub-distributors (e.g. circuit junction boxes) or directly to consumers such as sockets or lamps. Devices with high power consumption, such as electric stoves, have a separate fuse in the sub-distribution board for safety reasons. The importance of an individual distributor depends on the size of the overall system. In larger houses with multiple entrances and residential units, sub-distributors may be required for each entrance, then for each floor and then for each individual apartment.Already knew?A main distribution is the first distribution after the transformer station. From here, the energy is distributed to commercial buildings, residential buildings and other consumers.Thus everything after the main distribution is a sub-distribution, field distribution or group distribution. Please refer to the product descriptions for the specifications for using the small distributors (for example: maximum rated current, number of modular units).Why do I need a small installation distributor?Electrical systems within a building are based on a primary sub-distribution. How useful a further sub-distribution is depends on the complexity of the system. Each installation small distributor thus serves as a node for a specific section. This results in the following advantages:Overview and control of the subsequent installationFrom this point it is easy to determine individual rooms. Possible errors and defects can be localized quickly. In addition, individual devices such as electric stoves or heating controls can be precisely assigned. Ensuring short cable routes to the end user or to the next fuseShort distances mean less voltage losses and line losses. Installation costs are lower. Maintenance work and repairs do not take that much time. Possibility of individually securing or switching off an areaThe installation after the distributor is secured separately. In the event of a problem or damage, only this area is affected without affecting the entire system. Picture: Hensel Mi 1444 machine housing 48TEIs the structure of a small installation distribution board standardized?A small installation distributor is a component of the electrical installation and is subject to certain regulations and standards. In Germany, these are regulated in the DIN standard 43880. The size of a junction box can be freely selected to a certain extent and is determined by your needs. The internal structure is determined by the DIN rails on which circuit breakers, circuit breakers, sockets and other devices are mounted. The top-hat rails must be at least 150 mm apart in height. This distance may be increased in increments of 25mm if required by the installation. The DIN rail, also known as the mounting rail, is divided into 12 modules. A pitch unit is indicated in the descriptions with 'TE' and is 18 mm wide as standard. This allows the capacity of an installation small distribution board to be clearly described. TIP:The external dimensions of a distributor vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. These say nothing about how many devices you can install. The capacity of a distributor is specified in division units. An example: If the description says 48TE 4x12x18mm IP54, you know that this distributor has 4 DIN rails. Each rail comprises 12 pitch units of 18 mm. The sum of the devices that you can install is 48 TE. The manufacturers follow this grid dimension and offer their modular installation devices in 1 HP, 2 HP, 3 HP and so on. The specification IP54 refers to the degree of protection. This describes how well the distributor is protected against the ingress of water or other foreign bodies from the outside. The first digit stands for foreign bodies and touch, the second digit for water. In the example given, the '5' means protection against dust and larger particles, the '4' means protection against splash water.Which devices may be installed in a small installation distribution board?The lines of the individual circuits come together in the small distributor. Here you can find the following built-in devices:Miniature circuit breakers and RCDs/residual current circuit breakers and other switchesAutomatic circuit breakers and fusesrelays and contactorstransformersStaircase light machinestimersindicator lightsSchuko socketsterminal blockstransducerOvervoltage protectionprogrammable logic controllersautomation componentsIn addition, a combined installation with the electricity meter is possible. Where and how can small distribution boards be installed?A suitable installation location must be selected depending on the function performed by the distributor. The installation can be flush-mounted or surface-mounted. Flush-mounted distributors, for example, are the first choice for masonry. Surface mounting makes sense on concrete walls. A place in the house connection room should be provided for a main sub-distribution. There are usually other media such as gas and water. For additional sub-distributions on the floors or in the apartments, observe the following installation criteria:Choose a suitable place with average room temperature.Avoid high humidity and strong temperature fluctuations.Install the small distribution board at a comfortable height. The distance from the floor to the center of the distributor should be at least 1.10 m and maximum 1.85 m.Ensure there is sufficient light and freedom of movement in and around the small distribution board.Make sure that the distributor is always easily accessible. This facilitates access to the installation if necessary. Catalogue content:In this eibabo® catalogue Distribution boards > Small distribution board you will find items from the following product groups:Item overview:Arrester housingAutomatic installation unitBusbar systemCable holderClick technologyCombination distributorConfiguratorConnection housingDistribution cabinetEmpty CaseEmpty closetInstallation small distribution boardInsulating distributorMedia distributorMicroperforatedMistral spreaderMultimedia distributorPolycarbonatePower distributionProject delivery formRenovationSealableSingle housingSmall surface-mounted distributorSpace unitsSub-distributionTelecom fieldWall boxfrom the following manufacturers:Manufacturer overview catalogue Installation small distributor:ABNAcomeDehnEatonGSABHagerHenselHomewayLegrand BticinoNiedaxOBORittalSchneider ElectricSiemensSpelsbergStriebel & JohnTehalitTelevesWaltherWeidmüller