Transition Networks, Inc.
PCVT-48VDC-53VDC Install Guide
33568 Rev. A
Page 11 of 18
Optional Terminal Block (Euro Block) Connection
Terminal Block Power Source
Note:
It is a good practice to turn OFF input and load power, and unplug the power terminal block
before making wire connections. Otherwise, your screwdriver blade can inadvertently short the
terminal connections to the grounded enclosure.
Suitable terminal block wire size is
12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26 AWG (0.13 - 3.31 mm²).
16 AWG wire typical (or “recommended”); see the
The power source must be safety certified.
Connecting power wires to the terminal block:
1. Strip the wires to the proper length.
2. Insert the positive and negative power wires into
V1+
and
V1-
contacts respectively of the
terminal block (note polarity on the chassis). Make sure the wires are secure. See Figure 4 on the
previous page.
3. Insert the positive and negative power wires into
V2+
and
V2-
contacts respectively into the
power source
—make sure the wires are secure. See Figure 4 on the previous page.
4. Insert the positive and negative power wires into
+
and
-
contacts respectively into the power
source and make sure the wires are secure. See Figure 4 on the previous page.
Reinstalling the terminal block and verifying power wire connections:
1. Reinstall the terminal block into the primary location on the chassis.
2. Tighten the two screws to secure the terminal block to the chassis.
3.
Verify that the wiring to the ‘primary’ (
+
-
) of the PCVT-48VDC-53VDC is connected correctly, as
shown in Figure 5 below.
