Product category: Circuit Protection Devices
News Release from: Abacus Deltron | Subject: Airpax Snapak
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial Team on 28 September 2006
Circuit breakers promise compact
protection
Snapak is the new range of cost-effective ultracompact circuit breakers from Airpax Corporation.
Available now from Deltron UK, Snapak is the new range of cost-effective ultracompact circuit breakers from Airpax Corporation A single pole device rated up to 30A at 80 or 65V DC with 600A and 1kA interrupt ratings, respectively, Snapak provides OEMs with reliable proven protection against surges in current, safeguarding equipment and operators
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 30 Mar 2001 at 8.00am (UK)
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A magnetic circuit protector, Snapak combines three separate components, power switch, fuse and fuse holder, all within a single unit.
As a result OEMs reduce time and costs associated with larger, more complex assemblies.
Snapak can be supplied with a multiple-frequency delay, which allows operation at either 50/60Hz AC or DC, eliminating the need to specify, order and stock separate units.
Rocker, push-pull and push-to-reset versions are available each with auxiliary switch options.
Paddle handles come in six colours: blue, white, red, green, yellow or black.
Originally designed for the telecommunications market, the Snapak can be used in a variety of applications from medical equipment to vending and amusement machines.
Ideal for those applications where space is at a premium, the Snapak has been designed to fit into 1U high rack unit.
Approvals include VDE, CCC and CE in addition to UL489A listing and CSA certification, ensuring global compliance.
A two-pole version provides an extra level of safety for high voltage products where current sensing and breaking of both sides of the line is required.
The announcement comes as Deltron UK and Airpax Corporation celebrate their fifth year of working together, providing OEMs with a comprehensive range of power management solutions.
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