In general, for field wiring terminals per EN60950:
* must accept a range of conductors sizes normally expected to be used
* use screws or nuts - no solder, crimping or special terminal on
conductor (unless a special power cord assembly is being replaced)
* the screw or nut cannot directly bind against the conductor in order
to prevent damage from rotation
* a spring or similar to guard against a loose connection
* sufficient spacing to ensure that a loose wire strand will not short
to the next conductor
variances for internal wire terminals
* acceptance of a single size wire is sufficient
* almost any kind of reliable terminal and fastening means may be used
* a secondary retention method is required if a loose wire would cause
a hazard
Richard Woods
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Subject: Terminal Blocks-Field Wiring Requirements
What's the major differences between a terminal suitable for Factory
Wiring and
one suitable for both Factory Wiring and Field Wiring?
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