Abstract: The present invention provides a reconfigurable power distribution panel, a power distribution system, a method for reconfiguring a power distribution panel, and a method for manufacturing a reconfigurable power distribution panel. The reconfigurable distribution panel, among other elements, may include a first bus bar having a first plurality of contact points thereon and a plurality of circuit protection locations associated therewith and a second bus bar located proximate the first bus bar and having a second plurality of contact points thereon, the second plurality of contact points having the same plurality of circuit protection locations associated therewith.

Abstract: Embodiments of a power distribution apparatus that is adaptable to be readily mounted within a variety of differing types of electronic equipment racks are herein described. One such embodiment provides power distribution apparatus having an upper mounting adapter. The upper mounting adapter may be attachable to a housing of the power distribution apparatus or may be integrally formed therein. Another embodiment provides power distribution apparatus having a lower mounting adapter. The lower mounting adapter may be attachable to the housing of the power distribution apparatus or may be integrally formed in the housing. A further embodiment provides power distribution apparatus having at least one mounting peg mounting in mating holes formed in a rack. The mounting pegs may be attachable to a housing of the power distribution apparatus or may be integrally formed therein.

Abstract: An electrical component protective cover for an appliance has an upper portion and a lower panel portion. The upper portion forms a cavity within a housing having a plurality of walls, which form a perimeter around the electrical component. At least one vent in at least one sidewall of the housing vents air and enables moisture to escape from the interior of the housing. A strip of barrier material is positioned between an edge of the perimeter of the housing and the appliance, the barrier material being a narrow piece of a resilient caulk material to impede liquid or moisture from entering the interior of the housing. The protective cover attaches to the electrical component using attachment receptacles such as female tab recesses. The lower portion has an aperture intermediate the upper portion and the lower portion to provide electrical component access through the cover without removing the cover.

Abstract: According to the invention, the busbar system comprises at least one first (2) and one second busbar block (3) with busbars (6), whereby the busbars (6) of the first busbar block (2) are electrically connected to a number of supply terminals (5) mounted in a fixed manner thereon and to the busbars (6) of the second busbar block (3) by means of a multiphase connecting plug (4).

Abstract: A vertical-mount network remote power management outlet strip embodiment of the present invention comprises a long, thin outlet strip body with several independently controllable power outlet sockets distributed along its length. A power input cord is provided at one end, and this supplies AC-operating power to relays associated with each of the power outlet sockets. The relays are each addressably controlled by a microprocessor connected to an internal I2C-bus serial communications channel. The power-on status of each relay output to the power outlet sockets is sensed and communicated back on the internal I2C-bus. A device-networking communications processor with an embedded operating system translates messages, status, and controls between the internal I2C-bus and an Ethernet port, and other external networks.

Abstract: An SNMP network comprises a power manager with an SNMP agent in TCP/IP communication over a network with an SNMP network manager. The power manager is connected to control several intelligent power modules each able to independently control the power on/off status of several network appliances. Power-on and load sensors within each intelligent power module are able to report the power status of each network appliance to the SNMP network manager with MIB variables in response to GET commands. Each intelligent power module is equipped with an output that is connected to cause an interrupt signal to the network appliance being controlled. The SNMP network manager is able to test which network appliance is actually responding before any cycling of the power to the corresponding appliance is tried.

Abstract: In a computerized device requiring a relatively large amount of power during operation (e.g., between approximately 10 kW to 15 kW) at a relatively large current (e.g., between approximately 200 and 300 amperes), an electrical conductor or power distribution assembly having a substantially flat, planar geometry electrically couples a power supply, via bus bars, to a midplane of the computerized device. The substantially flat planar geometry of the power distribution assembly minimizes conduction and radiation of electromagnetic interference (EMI) by the electrical conductor during operation of the computerized device.

Abstract: A network comprises a power manager with a network agent in communication over a network with an network manager. The power manager is connected to control several intelligent power modules each able to independently control the power on/off status of several network appliances. Power-on and load sensors within each intelligent power module are able to report the power status of each network appliance to the network manager with variables in response to commands. Each intelligent power module is equipped with an output that is connected to cause an interrupt signal to the network appliance being controlled. The network manager is able to test which network appliance is actually responding before any cycling of the power to the corresponding appliance is tried.

Abstract: A computer system includes an enclosure, a forced air cooling system configured to create air flow within the enclosure, a printed circuit board and an air flow blockage member. The printed circuit board is within the enclosure and includes a plurality of connectors including a first connector and a second connector separated by a first space. The air flow blockage member is proximate the first space and is movable between at least a first open position and a second open position distinct from the first open position.

Abstract: A vertical-mount electrical power distribution plugstrip comprises a long, thin plugstrip body with several power outlet plugs distributed along the length of one face. A power input cord is provided at one end, and this supplies operating power to each of the power outlet plugs through individual relay control.

Abstract: The invention provides a power supply for a plurality of signaling devices on an emergency vehicle. The power supply includes a plurality of outlets distributed along a housing. A cable raceway extends through the housing past the plurality of outlets and defines a passage through which cables can be fed to connect each of the signaling devices to a respective one of the outlets. A cable comb is supported by the power supply housing and defines a plurality of cable slots in the cable raceway, with each slot being located adjacent a respective one of the outlets. Each outlet can have an associated light-emitting device (LED) for displaying an operational status of the signaling device connected to the respective outlet. A cover can be supported on the housing for movement between open and closed positions.

Abstract: A field bus module assembly includes a generally rectangular base module adapted for mounting on a fixed support, an input/output module, and a connecting module for connecting the input/output module with the base module, the base module including a lateral projecting portion adapted for insertion in sealed relation within a corresponding recess contained in the base module of an adjacent assembly. The base module includes a housing formed of a synthetic plastic insulating material, a plurality of bus bar conductors mounted on the housing, a protective cover member covering the bus bar conductors, and a mass of encapsulating material hermetically sealing the space around the cover.

Abstract: A modular power distribution unit (PDU) for supplying electric power to attached equipment in environments such as data centers, computer rooms, and communication centers, where power requirements for attached equipment may vary. The power distribution unit includes a frame and one or more user-replaceable power modules, which fit into slots in the frame. Each power module provides one of more plug receptacles for attaching equipment to provide power thereto. The power modules are available in a variety of receptacle types, receptacle numbers, and power rating configurations to accommodate various equipment in a particular environment, as needed. The frame includes an internal connector panel for distributing power from a power source to the power modules when they are inserted in the frame. The power modules may be removed, installed, and interchanged in the frame without interrupting power to other power modules or to the power distribution unit.

Abstract: A housing has a housing portion with a main portion and a retainer extending from the main portion. The retainer may cooperate with a first printed circuit board element to hold the first printed circuit board element in spaced relation to the main portion and hold a second printed circuit board element in spaced relation to the first printed circuit board element. The housing may have first and second housing portions that cooperate to form an enclosure for supporting a printer circuit board. A support element extends from the first housing portion. The retainer cooperates with the first printed circuit board element to pull the first printed circuit board element toward the support element, which supports the first printed circuit board element in spaced relation to the first housing portion. The retainer also holds a second printed circuit board element in spaced relation to the first printed circuit board element. The housing may be used in a control module.

Abstract: A hood is for preventing moisture from penetrating an outdoor electrical enclosure. The outdoor electrical enclosure includes a housing having a panel member, two sidewalls and a bottom wall extending from the panel member to define an opening. A telescoping door covers the opening when closed. The hood includes a unitary top portion with two sides and a panel tab for engaging the housing, and an integral gutter member which overlaps and extends beyond the sidewalls of the housing, in order to divert moisture from the hood to exterior portions of the sidewalls of the outdoor electrical enclosure housing. The integral gutter member has an s-shaped cross-section with an upper portion and a lower portion. When the telescoping door is closed, a door flange overlaps a gutter flange formed by the lower portion. Pin-slide hinges permit the door flange to rest flushly upon the gutter flange.

Abstract: A mounting mechanism for mounting a enclosure-mountable device to an equipment enclosure having a plurality of vertical mounting rails disposed so as to define an equipment storage region is disclosed. The mounting mechanism includes a first portion configured to be attached to the enclosure-mountable device, and a second portion configured to be attached to one or more of the vertical mounting rails. The first and second portions are configured such that the enclosure-mountable device may be disposed in a first position outside the equipment storage region and a second position outside the equipment storage region.

Abstract: A control device is for a commercially available switchgear and an electronic power module. Compactness of the device is improved so that it can be used in a switchgear cabinet. To this end, the power module is placed onto the switchgear on the side facing away from its bottom wall and the dimensions of the power module are adapted to the base contour of the switchgear so that the peripheral contour of the power module extends beyond the base contour only slightly, if at all, wherein at least the width of the contactor does not extend beyond it.

Abstract: A heat sink with fins has a flat, planar surface soldered to a metallic layer at one surface of a flat, planar ceramic layer. The opposite surface of the ceramic layer has a metallic pattern including base areas for high power, high frequency load switching MOSFETs. Lead frames are soldered between the lead frame base areas and base contact areas of the MOSFET packages. Thermal conduction between the MOSFETs and the heat sink dissipates the heat from switching losses. A gate drive circuit board for the load switching system is supported spaced from the and is separated from the MOSFETs by a thermally blocking air gap, with the component side of the gate drive circuit board facing away from the MOSFETs. Spade terminals of the lead frames extend through openings in the gate drive circuit board to route high power signals independently of the gate driver circuit board.

Abstract: A power controller generally includes a first switching device and a first bus bar mounted to the first switching device such that wiring may enter and exit the power controller. The first bus bar may have a face plate that extends at least partially above opposed side plates of the power controller and a mounting plate in electrical contact with the first switching device. A power controller assembly generally includes a power controller having one or more bus bars and a cover having a top surface, opposed end surfaces, and opposed side surfaces for attaching to and enclosing the power controller. The opposed end surfaces may have one or more windows through which wiring may pass and connect to one or more of the bus bars of the power controller.

Abstract: A power supply casing includes a top casing having a recessed area defined in a mediate portion of the top casing and multiple cutouts defined in a slanted front portion of the top casing. A bottom casing has multiple sets of conducting plates formed on a rear portion of the bottom casing to correspond to multiple sockets in the top casing. Switches are electrically connected to the multiple sets of conducting plates and buttons are respectively arranged in the cutouts of the top casing. Each button corresponds to one of the switches such that each button is able to control initiation of one switch, which activates power supply from one specific socket to a specific computer peripheral device and a total space occupied by the power supply casing is small.

Abstract: A connecting terminal for switching device includes at least one receiving device configured to interchangeably receive either of a base contact element for a screw connection or a module for a spring-clamping device. A receiving shaft configured to engage the module is provided. The module includes an open mounting side configured for mounting the spring-clamping device.

Abstract: A wiring portal assembly for mounting to a roof curb of a structural roof comprises an elongate housing extending axially between a first end and a second end. A flashing skirt is located at an axially intermediate location of the elongate housing for sealingly engaging the roof curb. An attachment structure is located on the elongate housing for facilitating attachment of an electrical switch device.

Abstract: A box unit is a housing having a space for containing a circuit board therein. Bus bars are insert-molded in a resin body of the box. A metal shield plate is insert-molded around the entire periphery of the box and outside the bus bars. As a result, the box has a shield and is reduced in size compared with a metal box.

Abstract: A protective cover mounting apparatus for a hermetic compressor for removably mounting a protective cover to protect electrical parts disposed on a terminal portion of a hermetic compressor casing comprises a pair of first protrusions respectively formed on two facing sides of the protective cover for protecting electrical parts disposed on a terminal portion of a hermetic compressor casing, a second protrusion formed on a side that is removed from the casing when the protective cover is mounted on the casing, a clamp pivotably disposed on the casing and including a pressing portion and a holding portion formed to correspond to the first and second protrusions.

Abstract: A self contained multiple dimming channel package includes a housing with a main power circuit board supported on its bottom wall and a control circuit board extending laterally and vertically to baffle air flow through the housing. A cross flow cooling fan forces air through an opening in the control board and across power switching modules and toroidal chokes mounted to the main board. Each power switching module includes a heat sink with fins parallel to the air flow, and the chokes are mounted in rows with their central openings aligned with the air flow. The power switching modules include circuits attached to the heat sinks with terminals releasably plugged into mating connectors on the main board. Circuit breaker switches are snapped into place in the housing. The front corners of the housing are provided with integral mounting bracket and handle members.

Abstract: A housing is disclosed, which includes a housing main body for containing a contact connected with a central conductor of a coaxial cable, a housing lid formed such that one side of an upper edge portion of the housing main body constitutes a fixed end thereof, for covering an upper side of the contact by being bent to fold at the fixed end such that a free end side thereof is brought into contact with other side of the upper edge portion of the housing main body, and a first latching mechanist formed at the other side of the upper edge portion of the housing main body and the free end side of the housing lid for maintaining a state of bringing the housing lid and the housing main body into contact with each other.

Abstract: A junction box and distributor assembly includes an external connector that is mounted on a distributor device for connection with a mating companion connector that is mounted in an opening contained in a wall of the junction box, whereby remotely located sensors may be connected via the distribution device and the mating connectors with a programmable operating module contained within the junction box. In order to prevent the penetration of moisture into the junction box, a first seal is arranged about the housing opening between the distributor device and the outer surface of the housing wall. A second seal may be provided in compressed relation concentrically between the peripheral surface of the housing opening and the outer peripheral surface of the second connector.

Abstract: A junction box and distributor assembly includes an external connector that is mounted on a distributor device for connection with a mating companion connector that is mounted in an opening contained in a wall of the junction box, whereby remotely located sensors may be connected via the distribution device and the mating connectors with a programmable operating module contained within the junction box. In order to prevent the penetration of moisture into the junction box, a first seal is arranged about the housing opening between the distributor device and the outer surface of the housing wall. A second seal may be provided in compressed relation concentrically between the peripheral surface of the housing opening and the outer peripheral surface of the second connector.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an apparatus for adjusting a height of control boxes, which enables a driver to drive with an optimal posture according to his body condition by adjusting a height of the control boxes having operation levers.

Abstract: A system to facilitate the use of an automation control disposed within an enclosure. An automation control, such as a distributed motor starter, is disposed within an enclosure. The control is coupled to modules, such as I/O modules, mounted to a glandplate. The glandplate is mounted to the enclosure over an appropriate opening. Furthermore, the glandplate is designed to accommodate a variety of module arrangements and to facilitate the connection of various data and power lines without individually wiring the lines to a separate terminal block.

Abstract: A control panel assembly having a plurality of buttons located in a bezel and supported by a switch mat. A bezel and/or button is formed using a vacuum forming technique and has a transparent inner surface layer and a middle translucent color layer and an opaque outer surface layer. A portion of the opaque outer surface layer is removed to define a desired indicia on an outer surface of the bezel or button. In addition, the bezel or button can be backlit to allow visibility in low light conditions. A method of making a control panel component, such as a bezel or button, is also disclosed.

Abstract: A small control device can be efficiently assembled. The control device includes a door for releasing a control unit when a general user connects wiring, and a door for releasing a power supply unit for maintenance service. The control device may further include a door locking mechanism, a partition wall for separating the control unit and power supply unit, and a mechanism for mounting components on both sides of the wall in three-dimensional space. A notch may be formed in the wall. Moreover, the control device may include a mechanism for releasing a rear side of a case from the top, and a mechanism for releasing at least one side of the case.

Abstract: An irrigation controller includes a housing for enclosing a microprocessor that stores and executes at least one watering program. The microprocessor has a parallel output bus with a plurality of pin sets for controlling a plurality of irrigation stations. The connection between the controller and the irrigation stations is through a plurality of station modules that are removably coupled, in any desired number, to the various pin sets on the output bus. The number of stations controlled is adjusted by the number of modules connected to the output bus. The controller housing has a pocket for holding a user's manual, which is positioned between the controller housing and a mounting bracket when the controller housing is installed on the mounting bracket.

Abstract: A load feeder of modular construction is provided. The load feeder includes a feeder assembly and a base lower part with integrated cable and/or bus sections. The base lower part can be expanded to form a modular support system, with a cable and bus system, by arranging in a row and making contact with further physically identical base lower parts, in order to accommodate further feeder assemblies or input and output assemblies.

Abstract: A battery-power distribution unit comprises two printed circuit assembly bus units that carry eight pairs of ± screw terminal connections and their associated GMT-type fuses. Each A-side and B-side bus unit needs only one pair of heavy cables that feed it power inside a RETMA-rack cabinet. Heavy-duty foil buses etched on the printed circuit boards on both sides are reinforced with tinned copper flat bar to increase the current carrying capacity.

Abstract: A transformer unit connects to an ac outlet and provides ac controlled by an opto-coupled triac to another ac outlet. The transformer unit includes a transformer and a third connector for connection to a control unit separate from the transformer unit. The third connector provides the control signal from the control unit, a low voltage supply for the control unit derived from the transformer, and the timing of the ac waveform, provided by a zero crossing signal or an ac or rectified ac signal which can constitute the low voltage supply. The control unit, electrically isolated from the ac supply, can produce the control signal under manual control or automatically to gradually change the conduction phase angle of the triac. The brightness of a lamp connected to the ac outlet is thereby controlled manually or automatically to provide a simulated dawn or dusk.

Abstract: The electrical junction box has a case, which accommodates a printed circuit board provided in a lower side of the case. The case also receives an electrical wiring circuit and a busbar circuit disposed in an upper side of the case so as to be parallel to the printed circuit board. Wiring harness connectors are mounted on a side wall of the case, and relay connectors are positioned on the side wall or another side wall of the case. The side walls are perpendicular to the printed circuit board. The wiring harness connectors are connected to inner circuits including the printed circuit, the busbar circuit, and the electrical wiring circuit. The case has a top cover, a bottom cover, and a horizontal intermediate partition. The intermediate partition is provided with the electrical wire circuit on an under surface of the partition so as to be opposed to the printed circuit. The upper surface of the intermediate partition is provided with the busbar circuit.

Abstract: A meter/breaker arrangement having separate covers for the meter side and breaker side. The meter side includes as an extension thereof a rain gutter which underlaps a flange on the breaker cover to provide a rain-proof or water-proof enclosure when both covers are disposed securely on the enclosure. In addition, a locking arrangement is provided so that the breaker cover can be removed without allowing access to the meter region. Alternatively, both the meter cover and breaker cover can be removed. A flexible, partially non-electrically conductive, security member is provided for separating the meter side from the breaker side.

Abstract: This covers a meter/breaker arrangement having separate covers for the meter side and breaker side. The meter side includes as an extension thereof a rain gutter which underlaps a flange on the breaker cover to provide a rain-proof or water-proof enclosure when both covers are disposed securely on the enclosure when both covers are disposed securely on the enclosure. In addition, a locking arrangement is provided so that the breaker cover can be removed without allowing access to the meter region. Alternatively, both the meter cover and breaker cover can be removed.

Abstract: In order to provide a good gas-insulated circuit breaker which is compact and easy in assembling and preparation, a gas-insulated circuit breaker 100 is constructed with a grounded enclosure 104 enclosed a insulation nature gas, a current interruption part having a fixed contactor 115 arranged in the grounded enclosure 104 and a movable contactor 116 to be contacted with and to be separated from the fixed contactor 115, and an operating mechanism 101 to output a driving force to drive the movable contactor 116, wherein a grounded enclosure side main rotating shaft 110 connected to the movable contactor 116 through a connection member and a main output shaft 102 for outputting a rotating force to actuate the movable contactor 116 through the grounded enclosure side main rotating shaft 110 provided on the operating mechanism 101, are arranged on a coax so as to be coupled with a gear coupling 120, and the operating mechanism 101 is arranged almost under the grounded enclosure 104.

Abstract: An apparatus comprising a hand truck and a releasably attachable unit including an electric meter, a circuit breaker panel box and an electrical receptable which may be electrically coupled. The hand truck has a rectangular frame connected to a handle means for controlling its movement at the top end and at the other end a base plate that projects forwardly and a pair of braces that extend rearwardly from the frame. The pair of braces provide housing for a wheel assembly comprising heavy duty wheels on an axle. The braces and wheel assembly allow for facilitating movement over rough terrain and stairways. The apparatus includes a lockbar for security and to prevent movement.

Abstract: A service entrance barrier for a load center that includes a housing and a service entrance having at least one branch fed main breaker electrically connected to branch feed lines. The service entrance barrier is securable to the load center housing to prevent human contact with electrically energized parts located in the service entrance of the load center. The service entrance barrier includes a main body portion, at least one mounting leg extending from the main body portion, a protection tab extending from said main body portion, and a non-conductive sleeve encompassing the protection tab.

Abstract: Semiconductor device according to the present invention includes package frame, bonding wire, pad, first internal power supply line, second internal power supply line, internal circuit, stabilize circuit, GND package frame, GND bonding wire, GND pad, and internal GND line. Bonding wire, pad, and first and second internal power supply lines and function as a filter. As a result, noise generated by operation of internal circuit is absorbed in propagating to stabilize circuit through first internal power supply line, pad, and second internal power supply line. Therefore, effects of noise given to stabilize circuit is small.

Abstract: The present invention provides a power distribution system with a split section panelboard that provides two interior sections. Each section is supplied power from a separate power source. A common bus bridges the two sections. Remotely-operated circuit breakers for both the sections are connected to the common bus. A power interface unit converts power from one of the power sources to provide low voltage power for the circuit breaker motors and a control unit. The control unit in the panelboard controls the operation of the circuit breakers of both the sections.

Abstract: The invention concerns a disconnecting appliance, such as a switch, a fuse-disconnecting switch or breaker-reversing switch, having a novel arrangement of fixed and moving contacts promoting contact surface self-cleaning and increasing contact force for the same contact force applied by the cam. Moreover, it comprises a newly designed cam for actuation the mobile contacts to optimize to the maximum the operating conditions when engaging and releasing. The appliance is characterized in that the moving contacts (35, 36) comprise two contact surfaces (38) arranged in substantially perpendicular planes, corresponding with those (27) of the fixed contacts (31, 31′ and 33, 33′), each moving contact (35, 36) moving in radial translation relative to the control shaft (23) along a direction (F) substantially perpendicular to a straight line passing through its two contact surfaces (38).

Abstract: An electrical distribution system and method has storage battery mechanism of very large equivalent capacitance providing excellent ripple filtering and an ideal path to ground, and filter capacitor mechanism of microfarad size providing DC blocking and limited AC path to ground. The storage battery entity is maintained as to its charge by DC supply, which provides regulated DC power in which switching regulation may be involved. The system and method provides dual voltage capability, both DC and AC, in which circuit breakers may be ganged for simultaneous tripping, and in which intrinsic DC circuit(s) may be looped to increase current-carrying capability. A DC isolation capacitor is connected to a common current path, such as to one of the busses, such as, for example, in series with the neutral circuit, as a means for avoiding undesirable DC current paths as may be encountered due to a multitude of established neutral-line connections to earthing grounds established throughout in AC power supply network.

Abstract: A plurality of sub-modules are constituted by connecting a plurality of electronic units among electronic units for an instrument panel to a common control unit. A control unit for each sub-module is connected to a common instrument panel harness to permit multiple communication among the control units.

Abstract: The electronic assembly (20) includes an electronic unit (24), formed of an electronic module (26) and two conductive tongues (28, 30) defining two electric contact pads of said electronic unit, and a coil (22). The body (40) of the coil (22) is partially superposed onto the two tongues and fixed to the latter in a durable manner by means of a solidified binder material. The two ends of the coil are bonded respectively onto the two tongues (28, 30).

Abstract: The present invention of a water and dust-proof control box structure mainly comprises a semi-box and a side cover. The semi-box having a panel board, a side board, an upper board and a lower board. The panel board having few holes and mounting spaces for inserting a turning knob and a sliding button. The control box can accommodate few IC boards. A back board is disposed at the back of the side cover, the side cover also having an upper board and a lower board. Few positioning blocks are disposed on the inner wall of the panel board, screw holes are disposed inside the positioning blocks for fixing a positioning board. A control knob and a switch are mounted on the positioning board, the control knob and the switch are capped by a water-proof cap or a water-proof pad. The water-proof cap or the water-proof pad are pressed against to the inner wall of the panel board by the turning knob and the switch. A water-proof piece is stuck on outside the panel board.

Abstract: Icon indicia are provided on input, output and plug-in power processing units to permit proper matching of plug-in units with each other and with the input and output power processing units in a power distribution system. The indicia are in a co-ordinated matrix format with input icons on a designated chroma background to identify input voltages and output icons on a second designated chroma background to identify output voltages. Icons and background chroma on the plug-in power processing units are coordinated with related icons and background chroma at the same matrix position on other plug-in units and/or the input and output units to assure the compatibility of all the units. A craftsman inserting a plug-in unit onto a shelf of the power chassis need merely compare the unit's icon and chroma background indicia with the input, output, or other unit's icons and associated chroma background indicia to be assured of inserting the correct plug-in unit into the particular shelf.