Push-X connection of the terminal blocks in detail

Push-X connection Push-X technology enables direct conductor connection of flexible and rigid conductors with or without ferrules.

  • Highly convenient operation with the effortless and tool-free direct-connection technology
  • Quick installation of all types of conductors with and without ferrule
  • Clear identification of the conductor connection with the force-guided push button element and the acoustic click sound when wiring
  • Reduced installation times with the factory-opened clamping space
  • Quick and easy conductor release as well as pretensioning of the contact spring, enabled by the force-guided push button element

Push-X technology made simple

As opposed to existing Push-in connection technology, Push-X can accommodate all types of conductors with direct wiring tool-free and without significant force. A pretensioned contact spring lies at the heart of this new technology. This principle enables the connection of rigid and flexible conductors with or without ferrules. Even the smallest flexible conductors trigger the connection. Lightly tapping the release surface at the end of the clamping chamber causes the conductor to be contacted with ease. By tapping, the mechanism is released and the conductor is contacted quickly and permanently. As with Push-in, connected conductors can be released by pressing the orange push button. At the same time the conductor is released, the contact spring is preloaded for a new wiring operation.

Method of operation in detail

Push-X connection delivery state
In its delivery state, the contact spring is preloaded.
Inserting a flexible conductor into the Push-X connection
With the open terminal point, the conductor can be inserted without force all the way into the locking mechanism.
Actuation of the locking mechanism for a Push-X connection
The conductor is used to push down the locking mechanism, almost immediately releasing the contact spring and clamping the conductor.
Using a screwdriver to release the clamped conductor in a Push-X connection
A screwdriver is used to press down the push button and release the conductor.
Pretensioning the contact spring in a Push-X connection
The locking mechanism locks into place as soon as the push button has reached the end position. The contact spring is pretensioned for rewiring.
Removing the clamped conductor in a Push-X connection
Now the conductor can be pulled out of the terminal point without any significant force. The clamping chamber returns back to the delivery state.
People form an "X" with their arms for the Push-X connection

Push-X technology

More information on Push-X

Would you like to learn more about products with Push-X technology? Click on the following link for more information, product overviews, and free samples. Click on the link below and enter the new world of Push-X technology.

Our portfolio with Push-X technology

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XT terminal blocks

Easily connect rigid and flexible conductors with or without ferrules using XT terminal blocks with Push-X technology. Even the smallest and most flexible conductors can be clamped quickly and easily with the pretensioned contact chamber. Simply insert the conductor to the end of the chamber. Pressing down the locking mechanism at the end of the chamber releases the contact spring and snaps it shut rapidly. The XT terminal blocks are available in the nominal cross-section of 2.5 mm².

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XPC series PCB connectors

The XPC series connectors enable the secure fast connection of conductors. Rigid and flexible conductors with or without ferrules are connected directly, effortlessly, and tool-free by means of the innovative Push-X technology. The stripped conductor is inserted directly into the open connection point, and an acoustic signal provides confirmation to the user that the connection is secure. The innovative Push-X technology is also extremely reliable with its user-friendly clamping chamber that is in open state when delivered. Demanding test procedures have also ensured that the connectors remain ready for direct connection even for severe impacts.

The XPC 1,5 will be followed by connector versions for 2.5 mm² and 4 mm² conductors.

Our portfolio with lateral Push-X connection

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XTV terminal blocks

The lateral Push-X technology is simply an adaptation of the frontal connection. The operation of the technologies is the same as for the frontal connection. The main reason for this adaptation is the reduction of bending radii during wiring, because the XTV terminals are mainly used for larger conductors from 4 mm² … 25 mm². The XTV terminal blocks, combined with the PTV and PTPOWER terminal blocks, provide for cross-section wiring with lateral spring connection.

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A new concept in tool-free conductor connection: Push-X can accommodate all types of conductors with direct wiring tool-free and without significant force. Would you like to find out more? Click on the following link to find more information about the technology and related products. You can also order free product samples that are shipped directly to your door. Just click on the link below and enter the new world of Push-X technology.