Name: WAGO 285 Series POWER CAGE CLAMP Ground Terminal Block - INOSAKI
SKU: Wago-285-197
Price: 66.96 USD
Availability: InStock

Technical Overview

2-conductor ground terminal block with Power CAGE CLAMP, 4 AWG to 3/000 AWG wire range, DIN rail mount, IP20.

Key Features

2-conductor ground terminal block.
Power CAGE CLAMP connection technology.
Suitable for conductor cross-sections from 4 AWG to 3/000 AWG (25 mm² to 95 mm²).
Designed for DIN 35 x 15 carrier rail mounting.
Polyamide (PA 6.6) housing material with green-yellow color.
Side-entry wiring for efficient installation.
Meets IEC/EN 60947-7-2 standards.
Operating temperature range: -60 to +105 °C.
Flammability class per UL94: V0.
Approvals: CCA, CSA, KEMA/KEUR.

Technical Specification Matrix

Parameter	Value
Number of Positions	2
Conductor Cross Section, Min.	4 AWG (25 mm²)
Conductor Cross Section, Max.	3/000 AWG (95 mm²)
Connection Technology	POWER CAGE CLAMP
Mounting Type	DIN 35 x 15 Rail Mount
Housing Material	Polyamide (PA 6.6)
Color	Green-Yellow
IP Rating	IP20
Operating Temperature	-60 to +105 °C
Rated Voltage	N/A (Ground Terminal Block)
Physical Weight (kg)	0.3
Dimensions L x W x H (cm)	10.7 x 2.5 x 10.1

Industrial Applications

1. Industrial Power Distribution Panels

This ground terminal block is ideal for grounding large-gauge conductors in main industrial power distribution panels. Its high current capacity (up to 95 mm² / 3/000 AWG) and robust Power CAGE CLAMP connection ensure a secure and reliable earth connection for critical electrical infrastructure. The DIN rail mounting simplifies installation and organization within control cabinets.

Problem Solved

Provides a robust, safe, and easily installable grounding point for high-current circuits, preventing electrical hazards and ensuring system integrity in industrial power distribution.

High Current GroundingPower DistributionDIN Rail MountingLarge Conductor TerminationElectrical Safety

2. Heavy Machinery and Equipment Grounding

For heavy industrial machinery, motors, and equipment requiring secure grounding of power supply cables, the WAGO 285-197 offers a reliable solution. Its vibration-proof Power CAGE CLAMP technology makes it suitable for environments where mechanical stability is crucial, and the wide operating temperature range (-60 to +105 °C) ensures performance in diverse industrial settings.

Problem Solved

Securely grounds high-power machinery, protecting operators and equipment from electrical faults, even under harsh operating conditions and vibrations.

Machine GroundingVibration ResistanceHigh Temperature OperationHeavy Duty Electrical ConnectionsIndustrial Automation

3. Renewable Energy Systems

In large-scale solar farms or wind turbine installations, managing grounding for substantial power cables is essential. This terminal block's capacity for 95 mm² conductors and its compliance with relevant standards make it suitable for consolidating ground connections from multiple panels or turbines to the main earthing system, ensuring system safety and compliance. The IP20 rating is suitable for installation within protective enclosures.

Problem Solved

Facilitates safe and organized grounding of high-current circuits in renewable energy applications, ensuring protection against faults and system longevity within appropriate enclosures.

Solar Power GroundingWind Energy SystemsLarge Cable TerminationEarth Fault ProtectionIP20