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Re: Terminal blocks VS Quick disconnects

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Originally Posted by abaileyb123 View Post
Are whole system revolves around the WAGO Xcom series connectors. We use a 2 tiered system which can support any number of wires. The way they work is similar to a terminal strip, yet they are fully modular. I see someone mentioned resistance is lower for terminal strips, I haven't researched the resistance imposed by the XCOMs but it has not been a problem. I recommend that teams look in to this system and consider implementing it in future years.
Can I see some pictures of how you have implemented it? It looks like a very diverse system and it looks like it could get pretty heavy.

Another thing to note is that many (I would cautiously say most) terminal block systems are designed for stationary mounting on a factory floor, i.e., a (nearly) vibration free environment. Automobiles (and just about any other mobile vehicle) almost exclusively use quick-connects.
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