Hi Brad, The preferred method is a 2 hole compression lug for high current applications or a 5mm terminal block for low current devices. Check Burndy or Panduit for the lugs and Altech or Weco for the terminal blocks. Have a Great Day, Dave
-----Original Message----- From: Brad Segarini [mailto:b...@pbc.com] Sent: Friday, September 07, 2001 4:14 PM To: Nebs (E-mail) Subject: D.C. Input Connector Hello, > I would like to know if anyone knows of a standard for connecting the D.C. > power (- 48 V) to a shelf unit. I looked in GR-1089 section 9 but > couldn't find a requirement that specifies a standard type of power > connector. All of the Telco equipment I have worked with in the past used > terminal blocks. My plan at present is to use a terminal block that will > accept a dual hole lug. I haven't located this type of terminal block > yet, but will be searching for one. > > Any input or suggestions would be appreciated. > > Thank you, > > Brad Segarini > Senior Compliance Engineer > Pacific Broadband Communications > 3103 North First Street > San Jose, CA 95134 USA > 408-468-6185 tel > 408-468-6297 fax > b...@pbc.com > http://www.pacificbroadband.com > > > > > > > > >