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News Release from: R Stahl | Subject: Mini CLIX plug connector system
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 16 May 2005
Reliable SS plug connectors meet hazards
An updated and optimised version of a mini plug connector system makes operating errors and damage impossible, even when the system is used in dirty or corrosive environments.
R Stahl Schaltgeraete has launched an updated and optimised version of its mini CLIX plug connector system The improvements make operating errors and damage impossible, even when the system is used in dirty or corrosive environments
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 18 Apr 2003 at 8.00am (UK)
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As well as plastics and nickel-plated brass, mini CLIX is now available in the high quality AISI 316L stainless steel demanded by users in the pharmaceutical and food industries.
Another new innovation is a version suitable for installation in Ex d housings with volumes exceeding two litres.
This is can be used in Zone 1 for explosion group IIC.
Mini CLIX is designed to let users install, service or exchange all devices and systems during Zone 1 operation without disconnection and without procuring a special permit.
Even Ex d field devices can be converted to plug and play versions.
As the new mini CLIX Ex d device plug and flange socket installation variants are now also available with an NPT thread as well as metric M20 thread, they are suitable for all applications at an international level.
Further additions to the mini CLIX plug connector system are due at the end of 2005.
These include a Y-adapter for looping through the data or power supply lines for use in fieldbus installations, a 6-pin version and a 6+PE-pin version.
* About R Stahl - R Stahl Technology Group comprises the core divisions of Explosion Protection and Material Handling.
In its 125 year history, this innovative company has acquired international competence and recognition both in materials handling and in explosion protection with its many pioneering developments.
R Stahl AG has been listed on the stock exchange since 1997.
In the 2003 financial year, the group achieved turnover of EUR 229.4m with over 1900 employees around the world.
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