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Visit us to find Your Best Connection™ and explore our extensive range of connectors for your unique designs. Explore our most popular connector series such as SBS®/SBSX, PowerPole®, Saf-D-Grid® and more for the Datacom, Material Handling, Lawn & Garden and Commercial & Industrial industries -
Lessons Learned From Japan, China, and India
Battery-powered equipment is on the rise, and places as varied as Japan, India and Europe are each seeing their own unique electrification booms. This article will examine electric equipment from across the world, shedding light on new global innovations and emphasizing the crucial power and signaling capabilities that companies should keep in mind. -
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Euro Battery Connector Series Enhancements
Anderson Power announces functional enhancements to its Euro Battery (DIN) Connector series, adding upgrades that better fit industrial applications of the future, including an elevated, chemical-resistant housing and visual designations for lithium-ion battery compatibility with a blue key. All materials chosen are RoHS compliant and selected to ensure years of reliability in adverse industrial environments. -
AI’s Impact on Equipment Engineers
The transition to autonomous machinery is happening fast. It seems you can’t go anywhere these days without hearing about the rise of artificial intelligence (AI). Artificial intelligence (AI) has advanced tremendously in recent years, impacting every industry and revolutionizing the way we work. Advanced programming enables machines to learn and adapt to their surroundings, increases efficiency and improves safety. Engineers who work for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) can prepare for an AI-led future by exploring autonomous equipment designs. There are many benefits to this transition. -
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Case for Liquid Cooling
Processing speed continues to grow along with miniaturization, which reduces processor footprints but increases heat loads. With faster processing speeds, demand for electrical power (amperage and or voltage) continues to rise. While computer rack space remains unchanged and circuit density is increasing, efficient waste heat elimination is critical to prevent harm to components. -
EDS Leadership Summit
EDS Leadership Summit provides a platform for industry professionals to showcase their products, network with peers, and learn about the latest trends and advancements in the field. The EDS features exhibits, demonstrations, and educational sessions aimed at helping attendees stay ahead of the curve and grow their businesses. -
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Serving Our Customers
The world of technology seems to be in a state of constant, exponential growth. With exciting new developments in alternative energy, energy storage and data warehousing, the demands of the market are both ever-growing and ever-changing. Anderson Power products were born of necessity: to help transmit power and data effectively and safely, in fully scalable and sustainable ways. -
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3 Reasons APP Connectors Shouldn't be Mated With Copies
The Anderson Power® SBSX-75A Sealed Connector has proven itself to be one of the most effective connectors in a wide variety of applications, displaying its strengths particularly in environments where high current, data signal, and waterproofing are all requirements. -
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Technical Guides
Anderson Power has a reputation for providing high quality products that offer power solutions posed by new technologies, and stands behind our products when used for the appropriate applications based on our design specifications. To support design development, Anderson now offers the following technical application guides for how and where to use our connectors as a resource for the following markets. -
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5 Position Mid Power SPEC Pak® Solar
Are you working on a new Solar Design project? If so check out Anderson Powers new 5 Pole Mid Power SPEC Pak® designed to work with inverters, junction boxes and metered power connections specifically used in the Solar application markets. Connector is IP68 rated, and handles up to 600V under UL6703 or up too 800V AC (operational) under IEC 61984. The Positive latching feature meets all requirements of the US Electrical Code for certifications and is backed by Anderson’s quality for performance. -
Saf-D-Grid® DC Power Technology
"Researchers Flip the Switch to Test Energy Saving in Data Centers Using DC Power Directly (From the California Institute for Telecommunications and Information Technology) San Diego, Aug. 24, 2010 -- A consortium of researchers from the public and private sectors have embarked on a real-world experiment to gauge whether large computing facilities can operate on less power if they cut alternating current (AC) out of the equation. At the University of California, San Diego today, engineers switched a set of servers in a campus data center to operate continuously on 380-volt direct current (DC) – as part of a project that allows researchers to track in great detail the energy savings that servers and data centers can hope to achieve through a variety of architectural and procedural efficiencies, including the use of DC power..." -
5 Position Mid Power SPEC Pak®
"AC 3 Phase, Mid Power SPEC Pak® Anderson Power Products® (APP) is excited to announce the launch of our 5 Position Mid Power SPEC Pak connector. This 3-phase AC connector is the newest addition to our sealed SPEC Pak line. The compact pin and socket design has power handling capabilities 30% greater than the comparable IEC 60309 connector and is 50% smaller in size. The compact 5 Position Mid Power SPEC Pak accepts up to 8 AWG wire for power handling up to 40 amps (CSA) and 60 amps (UL). Its keying feature allows multiple connectors to be used side by side while preventing circuits with incompatible voltage from being connected. The sealing gland protects the connector from ingress of dust and water (IP68) accommodating both individual and jacketed cable. The shell housings feature robust metal latches to keep the connectors securely mated..." -
SBS® Mini DC Power Connector
"Anderson Power Products® Introduces SBS™ Mini DC Power Connector Anderson Power Products® is excited to introduce the SBS™ Mini, our smallest ever DC power connector in the legendary SB® product group. Since 1953, the SB® has set a proven record of performance using the innovative flatwiping contact technology. New features were added over time with the launches of the SBS™, SBE®, & SBX® connectors. SBS™ Mini securely holds two (2) crimp and poke contacts with sacrificial tips to enable hot swap capabilities on DC circuits. The low resistance contacts accept 20 to 10 AWG (0.75 to 4.0 mm²) wires allowing up to 52 amps of UL rated performance per position... " -
SB® Environmental Boot
"Anderson Power Products® Expands SB® Environmental Boot Series Anderson Power Product® (APP), a leader in high power interconnect solutions, now offers Environmental Boots to protect their dual pole SB® 50, SB® 120 and SB® 175 connectors from water, dirt, chemicals and UV. The IP64 rated, durable soft sided Environmental Boots’ shield the SB® connectors from water and dirt in both the mated and unmated condition. SB® connectors, with their mechanical keyed and genderless housings, fit securely in the Environmental Boots. The Boots can be customized by the user to accommodate a wide range of wire sizes from 6 AWG [13.3mm²] to 1/0 AWG [53.5mm²] depending on the SB® connector selected..." -
Mid Power SPEC Pak® Ground Contact
"APP Expands Mid Power SPEC Pak® Family Anderson Power Products® is pleased to announce an expansion of the Mid Power SPEC Pak® connector family. The product is now available with a first mate, last break ground contact capable of accepting 6 to 10 AWG (13.3 mm² to 5.3 mm²) wire making the Mid Power SPEC Pak® suitable for 3 phase, 4 wire configurations up to 600 VAC and 80 amps. Mid Power SPEC Pak® is highly adaptable, allowing the user to customize the connector to meet unique design requirements. The connector can be configured with up to four (4) color coded, 6 to 10 AWG power or ground contacts and up to eight (8), 12 – 24 AWG auxiliary contacts which can be used for remote sensing or communication applications such as AS-I, CAN, Ethernet, Profibus and others..." -
5 Position Mini PL SPEC Pak® Connector
"5 Position Mini PL SPEC Pak Connector Anderson Power Products® (APP®) is pleased to announce the addition of a 5 Position offering to the Mini SPEC Pak® connector family. This environmentally sealed and touch safe connector houses up to 5 contact positions in a compact latching shell. Power handling capabilities up to 23 amps and 600 volts AC/DC per pole allow more power in a smaller waterproof (IP68) shell than competing solutions. A unique and easy to assemble back shell design enables the 5 Position Mini PL to accommodate up to 12 AWG (2.5 mm²) wires while maintaining the compact size. Gold plated contacts down to 24 AWG (0.25 mm²) are suitable for power or signal needs. Optional sequencing capabilities are available for design flexibility..." -
3 Position Mini PL Jam Nut SPEC Pak® Connector
"3 Position Mini PL Jam Nut Connector Anderson Power Product (APP), the leader in high power interconnect solutions is pleased to announce the addition of the jam nut connector to the 3 Position Mini PL family of SPEC Pak® sealed connectors. This compact, panel mountable connector is capable of 22 amps at 600 volts AC/DC (UL). The jam nut connector, like the other connectors in the 3 Position Mini PL family, features a manual release latch to prevent accidental un-mating and is touch safe per UL 1977 section 10.2. Its rugged shell is waterproof to IP68, fire resistant to UL94 V and weather resistant to UL746C F1..." -
Halogen Free Saf-D-Grid® DC Connector
"Halogen Free Saf-D-Grid® DC Power Connector is Now Available from Anderson Power Products® The Saf-D-Grid® Ultra Short Receptacle is now being manufactured in a halogen free, high temperature housing material to meet equipment manufactures’ desire to offer eco-friendly devices. Saf-D-Grid® is a 25 amp 600 volt capable DC connector system which is size compatible with the IEC 320 C13 and C14 AC standard panel cut out. The Ultra Short Receptacle minimizes space requirements within the device and also allows solder termination to wires. Saf-D-Grid® is the only connector system this size that is UL rated for safe disconnect of a 400 VDC, 20 amp load. The APP® Saf-D-Grid® is also the only connector with “Registered Product” status for the EMerge Alliance® standard for 380 volt (+/- 190) DC power distribution systems for use in data centers and telecom central offices..." -
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Anderson Power™ Enhances E-Mobility Battery Charging with New 6 Pole Mini SPEC® Pak Connector
Anderson Power, a leader in high-performance electrical connectors, launches its 6 Pole Mini SPEC® Pak Connector, a game-changing solution specifically designed to revolutionize battery-powered e-mobility and lawn & garden equipment.
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Technical Guides
January 28, 2021 Anderson Power has a reputation for providing high quality products that offer power solutions posed by new technologies, and stands behind our products when used for the appropriate applications based on our design specifications. To support design development, Anderson now offers the following technical application guides for how and where to use our connectors as a resource for the following markets. -
SB® Environmental Boot
January 19, 2021 "Anderson Power Products® Expands SB® Environmental Boot Series Anderson Power Product® (APP), a leader in high power interconnect solutions, now offers Environmental Boots to protect their dual pole SB® 50, SB® 120 and SB® 175 connectors from water, dirt, chemicals and UV. The IP64 rated, durable soft sided Environmental Boots’ shield the SB® connectors from water and dirt in both the mated and unmated condition. SB® connectors, with their mechanical keyed and genderless housings, fit securely in the Environmental Boots. The Boots can be customized by the user to accommodate a wide range of wire sizes from 6 AWG [13.3mm²] to 1/0 AWG [53.5mm²] depending on the SB® connector selected..." -
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5 Position Mid Power SPEC Pak®
January 22, 2021 "AC 3 Phase, Mid Power SPEC Pak® Anderson Power Products® (APP) is excited to announce the launch of our 5 Position Mid Power SPEC Pak connector. This 3-phase AC connector is the newest addition to our sealed SPEC Pak line. The compact pin and socket design has power handling capabilities 30% greater than the comparable IEC 60309 connector and is 50% smaller in size. The compact 5 Position Mid Power SPEC Pak accepts up to 8 AWG wire for power handling up to 40 amps (CSA) and 60 amps (UL). Its keying feature allows multiple connectors to be used side by side while preventing circuits with incompatible voltage from being connected. The sealing gland protects the connector from ingress of dust and water (IP68) accommodating both individual and jacketed cable. The shell housings feature robust metal latches to keep the connectors securely mated..." -
5 Position Mini PL SPEC Pak® Connector
January 10, 2021 "5 Position Mini PL SPEC Pak Connector Anderson Power Products® (APP®) is pleased to announce the addition of a 5 Position offering to the Mini SPEC Pak® connector family. This environmentally sealed and touch safe connector houses up to 5 contact positions in a compact latching shell. Power handling capabilities up to 23 amps and 600 volts AC/DC per pole allow more power in a smaller waterproof (IP68) shell than competing solutions. A unique and easy to assemble back shell design enables the 5 Position Mini PL to accommodate up to 12 AWG (2.5 mm²) wires while maintaining the compact size. Gold plated contacts down to 24 AWG (0.25 mm²) are suitable for power or signal needs. Optional sequencing capabilities are available for design flexibility..." -
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5 Position Mid Power SPEC Pak® Solar
January 24, 2021 Are you working on a new Solar Design project? If so check out Anderson Powers new 5 Pole Mid Power SPEC Pak® designed to work with inverters, junction boxes and metered power connections specifically used in the Solar application markets. Connector is IP68 rated, and handles up to 600V under UL6703 or up too 800V AC (operational) under IEC 61984. The Positive latching feature meets all requirements of the US Electrical Code for certifications and is backed by Anderson’s quality for performance. -
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3 Position Mini PL Jam Nut SPEC Pak® Connector
January 08, 2021 "3 Position Mini PL Jam Nut Connector Anderson Power Product (APP), the leader in high power interconnect solutions is pleased to announce the addition of the jam nut connector to the 3 Position Mini PL family of SPEC Pak® sealed connectors. This compact, panel mountable connector is capable of 22 amps at 600 volts AC/DC (UL). The jam nut connector, like the other connectors in the 3 Position Mini PL family, features a manual release latch to prevent accidental un-mating and is touch safe per UL 1977 section 10.2. Its rugged shell is waterproof to IP68, fire resistant to UL94 V and weather resistant to UL746C F1..." -
3 Reasons APP Connectors Shouldn't be Mated With Copies
June 07, 2022 The Anderson Power® SBSX-75A Sealed Connector has proven itself to be one of the most effective connectors in a wide variety of applications, displaying its strengths particularly in environments where high current, data signal, and waterproofing are all requirements. -
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Mid Power SPEC Pak® Ground Contact
January 15, 2021 "APP Expands Mid Power SPEC Pak® Family Anderson Power Products® is pleased to announce an expansion of the Mid Power SPEC Pak® connector family. The product is now available with a first mate, last break ground contact capable of accepting 6 to 10 AWG (13.3 mm² to 5.3 mm²) wire making the Mid Power SPEC Pak® suitable for 3 phase, 4 wire configurations up to 600 VAC and 80 amps. Mid Power SPEC Pak® is highly adaptable, allowing the user to customize the connector to meet unique design requirements. The connector can be configured with up to four (4) color coded, 6 to 10 AWG power or ground contacts and up to eight (8), 12 – 24 AWG auxiliary contacts which can be used for remote sensing or communication applications such as AS-I, CAN, Ethernet, Profibus and others..." -
SBS® Mini DC Power Connector
January 20, 2021 "Anderson Power Products® Introduces SBS™ Mini DC Power Connector Anderson Power Products® is excited to introduce the SBS™ Mini, our smallest ever DC power connector in the legendary SB® product group. Since 1953, the SB® has set a proven record of performance using the innovative flatwiping contact technology. New features were added over time with the launches of the SBS™, SBE®, & SBX® connectors. SBS™ Mini securely holds two (2) crimp and poke contacts with sacrificial tips to enable hot swap capabilities on DC circuits. The low resistance contacts accept 20 to 10 AWG (0.75 to 4.0 mm²) wires allowing up to 52 amps of UL rated performance per position... " -
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Euro Battery Connector Series Enhancements
October 01, 2023 Anderson Power announces functional enhancements to its Euro Battery (DIN) Connector series, adding upgrades that better fit industrial applications of the future, including an elevated, chemical-resistant housing and visual designations for lithium-ion battery compatibility with a blue key. All materials chosen are RoHS compliant and selected to ensure years of reliability in adverse industrial environments. -
Halogen Free Saf-D-Grid® DC Connector
January 03, 2021 "Halogen Free Saf-D-Grid® DC Power Connector is Now Available from Anderson Power Products® The Saf-D-Grid® Ultra Short Receptacle is now being manufactured in a halogen free, high temperature housing material to meet equipment manufactures’ desire to offer eco-friendly devices. Saf-D-Grid® is a 25 amp 600 volt capable DC connector system which is size compatible with the IEC 320 C13 and C14 AC standard panel cut out. The Ultra Short Receptacle minimizes space requirements within the device and also allows solder termination to wires. Saf-D-Grid® is the only connector system this size that is UL rated for safe disconnect of a 400 VDC, 20 amp load. The APP® Saf-D-Grid® is also the only connector with “Registered Product” status for the EMerge Alliance® standard for 380 volt (+/- 190) DC power distribution systems for use in data centers and telecom central offices..." -
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Digi-Key Announcement
January 25, 2021 Sterling, Massachusetts, USA - Anderson Power Products (APP®), a leader in the design and manufacture of interconnect solutions, is pleased to announce the authorization of Digi-Key Electronics as our global distributor serving the electronic component industry.... -
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Anderson Power™ Enhances E-Mobility Battery Charging with New 6 Pole Mini SPEC® Pak Connector
Anderson Power, a leader in high-performance electrical connectors, launches its 6 Pole Mini SPEC® Pak Connector, a game-changing solution specifically designed to revolutionize battery-powered e-mobility and lawn & garden equipment.
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Case for Liquid Cooling
May 02, 2023 Processing speed continues to grow along with miniaturization, which reduces processor footprints but increases heat loads. With faster processing speeds, demand for electrical power (amperage and or voltage) continues to rise. While computer rack space remains unchanged and circuit density is increasing, efficient waste heat elimination is critical to prevent harm to components. -
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Saf-D-Grid® DC Power Technology
January 24, 2021 "Researchers Flip the Switch to Test Energy Saving in Data Centers Using DC Power Directly (From the California Institute for Telecommunications and Information Technology) San Diego, Aug. 24, 2010 -- A consortium of researchers from the public and private sectors have embarked on a real-world experiment to gauge whether large computing facilities can operate on less power if they cut alternating current (AC) out of the equation. At the University of California, San Diego today, engineers switched a set of servers in a campus data center to operate continuously on 380-volt direct current (DC) – as part of a project that allows researchers to track in great detail the energy savings that servers and data centers can hope to achieve through a variety of architectural and procedural efficiencies, including the use of DC power..." -
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Flat-Wiping Technology
August 08, 2022 Connectors are the very backbone of energy infrastructure. They must be robust, reliable, even foolproof. Anderson Power’s Flat-Wiping Technology was designed to meet these demands, as a solution that ‘ticks all the boxes’ for challenging and critical applications. -
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3 Reasons APP Connectors Shouldn't be Mated With Copies
June 07, 2022 The Anderson Power® SBSX-75A Sealed Connector has proven itself to be one of the most effective connectors in a wide variety of applications, displaying its strengths particularly in environments where high current, data signal, and waterproofing are all requirements. -
EDS Leadership Summit
April 13, 2023 EDS Leadership Summit provides a platform for industry professionals to showcase their products, network with peers, and learn about the latest trends and advancements in the field. The EDS features exhibits, demonstrations, and educational sessions aimed at helping attendees stay ahead of the curve and grow their businesses. -
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Serving Our Customers
July 18, 2022 The world of technology seems to be in a state of constant, exponential growth. With exciting new developments in alternative energy, energy storage and data warehousing, the demands of the market are both ever-growing and ever-changing. Anderson Power products were born of necessity: to help transmit power and data effectively and safely, in fully scalable and sustainable ways. -
Euro Battery Connector Series Enhancements
October 01, 2023 Anderson Power announces functional enhancements to its Euro Battery (DIN) Connector series, adding upgrades that better fit industrial applications of the future, including an elevated, chemical-resistant housing and visual designations for lithium-ion battery compatibility with a blue key. All materials chosen are RoHS compliant and selected to ensure years of reliability in adverse industrial environments. -
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AI’s Impact on Equipment Engineers
August 04, 2023 The transition to autonomous machinery is happening fast. It seems you can’t go anywhere these days without hearing about the rise of artificial intelligence (AI). Artificial intelligence (AI) has advanced tremendously in recent years, impacting every industry and revolutionizing the way we work. Advanced programming enables machines to learn and adapt to their surroundings, increases efficiency and improves safety. Engineers who work for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) can prepare for an AI-led future by exploring autonomous equipment designs. There are many benefits to this transition. -
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2024 Events
March 22, 2024 Visit us to find Your Best Connection™ and explore our extensive range of connectors for your unique designs. Explore our most popular connector series such as SBS®/SBSX, PowerPole®, Saf-D-Grid® and more for the Datacom, Material Handling, Lawn & Garden and Commercial & Industrial industries -
Lessons Learned From Japan, China, and India
March 14, 2024 Battery-powered equipment is on the rise, and places as varied as Japan, India and Europe are each seeing their own unique electrification booms. This article will examine electric equipment from across the world, shedding light on new global innovations and emphasizing the crucial power and signaling capabilities that companies should keep in mind. -
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Anderson Power™ Enhances E-Mobility Battery Charging with New 6 Pole Mini SPEC® Pak Connector
Anderson Power, a leader in high-performance electrical connectors, launches its 6 Pole Mini SPEC® Pak Connector, a game-changing solution specifically designed to revolutionize battery-powered e-mobility and lawn & garden equipment.
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2024 Events
March 22, 2024 Visit us to find Your Best Connection™ and explore our extensive range of connectors for your unique designs. Explore our most popular connector series such as SBS®/SBSX, PowerPole®, Saf-D-Grid® and more for the Datacom, Material Handling, Lawn & Garden and Commercial & Industrial industries
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