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News Release
Contact:
Ralitza Arafin
636-527-1439
ralitza.arafin@cooperindustries.com
Cooper Bussmann Offers Industry’s Best SCCR Ratings and Exceptional
Wiring Flexibility with New Line of DIN-Rail Terminal Blocks
New DIN-Rail Terminal Blocks With Ratings Up to 200kA SCCR Feature Multiple Bridging Options for
Point of Use Configuration
ST. LOUIS, MO, April 9, 2012 – Cooper Bussmann, the industry leader in critical circuit protection,
power management and electrical safety, introduces a full line of terminal blocks offering high
performance and flexibility for unmatched power distribution possibilities.
Available in multiple colors and with accessories including partition plates, marking labels and an open
software marking label plotter system, Cooper Bussmann’s complete line of DIN-Rail terminal blocks
provides quick and easy circuit identification. With Short-Circuit Current Ratings up to 200kA, the new
terminal blocks help panel designers achieve high assembly SCCRs and meet code requirements with
the flexibility to customize configurations at point of use. Insertion bridges, partitions and end covers
extend circuit configuration flexibility to meet design requirements.
“With our new line of DIN-Rail terminal blocks, we are solidifying our leadership in developing solutions
for our customers to simplify wiring, power distribution, and circuit protection,” said Ivo Jurek, group
president, Cooper Bussmann and Cooper Power Systems. “Whatever the wire connection needed,
customers can feel confident knowing that we offer the best product for the job.”
In addition to feed-through blocks, the product lineup includes grounding blocks, two-level blocks,
internally jumpered blocks, fuseholder terminal blocks, disconnect blocks, test terminal blocks and DIN
rails. All terminal blocks are made of self-extinguishing UL 94V0 plastic that provides high impact
strength and superior electro-mechanical properties. Agency standards include UL 1059 (UL File
E62622), cURus and IEC 60947-7.
To learn more about new DIN-Rail Terminal Blocks and Panel Mount Connectors from Cooper
Bussmann, visit www.cooperbussmann.com/DINTB.
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The Cooper Bussmann Customer Satisfaction team can assist regarding products and services at 636527-3877 or email busscustsat@cooperindustries.com. For application engineering assistance contact
636-527-1270 or email fusetech@cooperindustries.com.
Editor’s Note: For additional information, contact Ralitza Arafin at (636) 527-1439 or
ralitza.arafin@cooperindustries.com.
About Cooper Bussmann
Cooper Bussmann, the industry leader in critical circuit protection, power management and electrical
safety, is a subsidiary of Cooper Industries plc (NYSE: CBE), and is headquartered in St. Louis,
Missouri, USA. The company is committed to the development, manufacturing and marketing of
innovative circuit and power electronics protection as well as power management solutions for industrial,
electronics, alternative energy and high reliability markets. Industry-leading brands offered include:
Cooper Bussmann® circuit protection products; Coiltronics® magnetics; OMNEX Trusted Wireless®
systems; and Martek power management solutions. For more information, visit
www.cooperbussmann.com.
About Cooper Industries
Cooper Industries plc (NYSE: CBE) is a global electrical products manufacturer with 2011 revenues of
$5.4 billion. Founded in 1833 Cooper's sustained success is attributable to a constant focus on
innovation and evolving business practices, while maintaining the highest ethical standards and
meeting customer needs. The Company has seven operating divisions with leading market positions
and world-class products and brands, including Bussmann electrical and electronic fuses; CrouseHinds and CEAG explosion-proof electrical equipment; Halo and Metalux lighting fixtures; and Kyle
and McGraw-Edison power systems products. With this broad range of products, Cooper is uniquely
positioned for several long-term growth trends including the global infrastructure build-out, the need to
improve the reliability and productivity of the electric grid, the demand for higher energy-efficient
products and the need for improved electrical safety. In 2011 sixty-two percent of total sales were to
customers in the industrial and utility end-markets and forty percent of total sales were to customers
outside the United States. Cooper has manufacturing facilities in 23 countries as of 2011. For more
information, visit the website at www.cooperindustries.com.
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