Product Guide 2010/11
Celebrating its 25th Anniversary, Hylec-APL is an ISO 9001:2008
accredited company, and a leading component distribution specialist, focusing on the specification and bulk supply of terminal blocks, connectors, cable glands and other electrical and electronic components to the UK market.
MarketsApplications covering a range of industry sectors including: OEMs domestic appliances, fire and security, lighting, HVAC, renewable energy, outdoor connection systems, industrial controls, marine, Sub-contract manufacturing (EMS) and Catalogue Distribution
Stock & DistributionWe maintain a large UK stock profile at our Northamptonshire base, which is geared to reflect popular market demand whilst offering enhanced product availability to our customers. Hylec-APL is also able to customise orders, with options including buffer stocking and special packaging requirements.
New ProductsOn pages 4 & 5 is a complete range of nylon pillar terminals featuring a zinc plated steel insert. By removing the brass inserts we hope to offer not only a lower cost terminal block but one that features long-term price stability.
Do you Hand solder wires to PCB’s? Eliminate this often time consuming and costly process with our new range of SMD Zierick crimp connectors shown on pages 6 & 7. Also on pages 6 & 7 is “X-Synergy”, a high quality RJ-45 Ethernet connection system which is suitable for the latest Cat 6A and fibre optic cable. This product is ideal for industrial networking solutions.
Technical SalesOur technical sales team endeavour to support product choice with a wealth of product knowledge and application experience. Sales Managers are always available to visit customers to discuss projects and applications. We can also work with our partners and customers to develop individual and fully bespoke solutions.
Quality & ServiceOur products hold recognised Industrial Safety Approvals and these, together with samples, can be supplied on request. Delivering value for money, and consistently supplying the highest possible quality products and services is our priority.
About Hylec-APL
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E-Mech Connectors
Nylon Pillar Terminal Blocks
Clamps, Covers & Accessories
Ceramic / Steatite Terminal Block
Tab Appliance Connectors
For further assistance call our dedicated technical Sales team: 01933 234400 Email: [email protected] 4 5
Barrier Terminal Blocks
Chassis / Panel Mount Appliance Connectors
“We supply our Terminal Blocks in a number of materials including high temperature Ceramic / Steatite, IEC / EN 60335-1 ‘No
Flame Material’ and a range of UL94-V2 and V0 nylon Polyamides. By offering our customers a wide range of materials we are confident that we can help them find the ideal solution for their needs”
Vic Austen Sales Manager North
Direct email: [email protected]
A wide range of terminal blocks and accessories suitable for many applications including: General Industrial, Domestic Appliances,
HVAC, Lighting and Installation.
Insider Knowledge
Plug and socket, fuseholder, pushwire terminal blocks
Build-Your-Own tab connector with modular unit
Custom printing
Wire protection, barrier inserts, raised and low bases
NEW Steel Inserts Range
Low cost alternative to brass
Larger wire entries
Tested to industry standards and approvals
NEW Barrier Blocks
DIN Rail or panel mounting
Modular design, UL approved up to 200A
Custom solutions
A large range of PCB and cable mount terminal blocks suitable for many applications, including: Industrial Drives and Controls,
Building Automation, Photo-Voltaic, Domestic Appliances, HVAC, LED Lighting and Fire and Security.
Header - Sockets
Single Pole Connectors
Screw Terminal Blocks
Springcon / Screwless Terminal Blocks
PCB Connectors
“We ensure support for our customer’s growing needs forreduced production costs by
offering a cutting edge range ofSpringcon and SMT Wire Crimp
Connectors. Improved manufacturingefficiency is achieved by reducing wiring times by up to 60% and in some cases removing the need for wire preparation completely” Alex D’Arcy General Sales Manager
Direct Email: [email protected]
6 7For further assistance call our dedicated technical Sales team: 01933 234400 Email: [email protected]
Barrier Blocks
Industrial Ethernet Connection
Insider Knowledge
Surface mount and reflow connector range
Tape and reel packaging
Custom solutions, colour coding and printing
Low cost range available
NEW Single wire connectors
Perfect for SMT mounting on metal PCBs
IDC, IPC, screw and quick connect
Small PCB footprints
NEW X-Synergy Ethernet Connectors
Shielded modular PCB to cable solution
RJ45 Cat 6A – 10 Gbit tool-less field plug
Fibre optic capability
IP67 Nylon and Brass housings for harsh environments
A comprehensive range of IP rated connection solutions for OEM’s and Installer applications, including: Exterior Lighting and Security, Wind
Turbines, Outdoor/Domestic/Industrial Power Distribution and Equipment Installation, Pumps, Controls, Marine, Heat Trace Equipment.
Weatherproof Connectors
Tee Box
Tee Plug
Gel Filled Connectors
Power Distribution
Tee Block, Seals & Accessories
Tee Tube
8 9For further assistance call our dedicated technical Sales team: 01933 234400 Email: [email protected]
“The TEE range of connectors is ideal for almost any outdoor application. Each product provides easy access for installation and offers extremely high protection from
the external environment. Complementing these products is a large range of terminals and cable seals allowing the customer great flexibility in finding the optimum solution. Contact us for a full catalogue or visit our website.” Terry Spriggs Distribution Sales Manager
Direct Email: [email protected]
Insider Knowledge
IP20 – IP68 for indoor and outdoor use
Retail kits with accessories and instructions available
Inline, pluggable and panel mount connections
NEW Paguro Gel Filled Connectors
Smallest IP68 rated gel filled connector on the market
‘Memory Gel’ allows connector to be re-used
Up to 4 cable entries for 2-4 core cable
Supplied in ready to use kit
NEW TeeBox Power Distribution
Reduce on-site installation time with 3 and 4 port pluggable pre-wired connector solutions
Available in IP54, IP65, IP68
A wide range of high quality cable glands and grommets are offered in different material and thread types. Applications include: Indoor and
Outdoor Industrial and Domestic Installations, Lighting, Security, Pumps, Drives and Controls, Food and Beverage, Hazardous Area Equipment.
Cable Glands and Grommets
10 11For further assistance call our dedicated technical Sales team: 01933 234400 Email: [email protected]
“Often EMC shielding of a cable is only available up to the cable gland, after which the power cable will not be protected, Hylec-APL has introduced a new range
of cable gland (the ‘Perfect’ EMVD style) that allows the protection to carry straight through the bulkhead to the component or terminal.”
Rob MacDougall Sales Manager South
Direct Email: [email protected]
Insider Knowledge
Metric, PG, NPT threads rated from IP55 (weatherproof) to IP68 (Liquid tight)
Mini M6 to large M110 sizes available
Accessories include – multi hole / flat cable inserts, blanking plugs and adaptors
Customer specific solutions on request
NEW Pressure Balance / Venting Element
M12 – IP67 / 69K
Prevents humidity and moisture build up in enclosures
Watertight but breathable PES membrane
NEW Design-A-Flange
Create your own IP65 cable entry system
Interchangeable modular inserts with ‘Pop-Out’ membranes
Start designing today with software found at www.hylec-apl.com
Metals - Brass, Stainless Steel, Die Cast Zinc
ATEX, Hazardous Area EEx-e EEx-i
Lock Nuts, Seals & Accessories
IP67 Grommets - Klikseal, Rutaseal, TSS
Design-A-Flange
Plastics - Nylon
DIN Rail mounting PCB housings suitable for applications including: Interface Units, Relay Modules, Industrial and Domestic Controls,
Communications and Networking, Telemetry and Time Switches.
DIN Rail Housings
12 13For further assistance call our dedicated technical Sales team: 01933 234400 Email: [email protected]
“Customised printing and drilling is completed by the factory with no additional tooling charges. This service is also available for sample runs on short lead times giving
customers great flexibility for product design and evaluation. Arrange a visit from your Sales Manager to discuss options.” Alex D’Arcy Direct Email: [email protected] General Sales Manager
Supports
Building Controls
Custom Housings
Vertical Housings
Modular Housings
Potting Boxes
Insider Knowledge
UL94-V2 or V0 material
Green / Grey / Black standard, other colours on request
43mm (Micro) / 72mm (Mini) / 108mm (Euro) support profiles
In house assembly of supports available
NEW MR-K Modular Housing
3-9 unit DIN Rail or panel mounting
Quick-fit ‘snap-in’ locking between base and cover
Modular accessories – lids / blanking plates / vents
Can carry multiple PCBs
NEW Building Control Housings
Designed for use with Vimar / Bticino frames
Perfect for lighting & HVAC controls for domestic / commercial products
A range of Gas Ignition and Spark Generation products for Cookers, Boilers and General Heating appliances. Other products include:
LEDs, Switches, Relays, Fuseholders and Lighting Accessories.
Appliance Controls & Other Products
Signal / Power / Automotive relays UL / TUV / VDE approved 1-4 Pole, AC / DC coils Open / Fully sealed construction
Relays
14 15For further assistance call our dedicated technical Sales team: 01933 234400 Email: [email protected]
“We now offer the complete range of ITW Appliance control products. From LICON gas ignition switches to complete bespoke switch and spark generation wiring harnesses. For domestic & industrial appliance design and manufacture weprovide essential products” Vic Austen Sales Manager North
Direct Email: [email protected]
Snap / Micro switches Pushbutton / Rocker switches (IP rated/vandal proof) ITW Switches Active Touch DIP / Tact
Switches
Lampholders - industry standard sizes porcelain / nylon Plastic moulded lighting accessories Junction boxes for Class I and Class II luminaries Terminal block holders and covers Cord grips and cable clamps
Lighting Products & Accessories
PCB / Panel mounting, in-line, automotive Fuse terminal blocks 5x20mm / 6.3x32mm / ‘Mains Fuse’
Fuseholders
SMD and through hole LED 7-Segment Dot Matrix, lightbar, graph displays Housed LED and clusters High power LEDs
LEDs & Optoelectronics
Rotary and snap action BEAB approved 2-8 outlets with or without EMI filter Fully customised and pre-assembled switch
wiring harnesses Rugged reliability against heat and moisture
Gas Ignition & Spark Generation
Insider Knowledge
T: +44 (0)1933 234400 n F: +44 (0)1933 234411 E: [email protected] n W: www.hylec-apl.com 6 Stanton Close, Finedon Road Industrial Estate, Wellingborough, Northants, NN8 4HN