A panel interface connector is a device that typically mounts to the outside of a control panel housing a PLC, computer, or other type of programmable device. Once in place, the PIC, which houses convenient pass through connections, allows quick, easy, safe access to the controls inside the cabinet without opening the main door. The ability to interface with the contents of the cabinet without opening the door prevents a lot of potential safety hazards associated with having an open electrical panel, such as Arc Flash.
An arc flash explosion is an extremely dangerous system malfunction that occurs when a short is created between electrified conductors. The use of PIC can save significant time and money by eliminating the need for extra training and equipment.
If you can’t find the panel interface connector for your application, no worries! Mencom currently has well over 3,000 designs of PIC in production and our teams of engineers are designing new and custom PIC models every day.
About Mencom Corporation:
Founded in 1987, Mencom Corporation provides high quality, cost effective solutions that meet industrial electrical connector requirements. Our highly trained staff of experts utilize decades of electrical and electronic industry-related experience to develop the highest quality products available.
In addition, this vast expertise allows us to assist OEM customers in selecting the best products to meet their unique connection requirements. This ensures our customers receive the most cost-effective solution possible, plus one that requires minimal installation time, reducing the customer’s total installed costs.
Mencom offers a complete line of custom-made and off-the-shelf electrical connectors.
Our product line includes:
- Molded cables and receptacles for sensors and actuators
- MINI, M23, M12, M8, Micro-AC, Euro AC, Device Net, Profi-bus, Foundation Field-bus
- Multi-pin industrial rectangular connectors for power and data lines
- Panel Interface Connectors for safe and quick reprogramming requirements
- DIN solenoid valve connectors for solenoids
- Junction Blocks for power & signal distribution
- Multi-port connector plates for multiple connections in a small space
- Conduit adapters for distribution of power & signal using conduit
- Ethernet connectors & switches for communication with a network
- A wide variety of metric, PG and NPT cable glands, fittings and adapters
Mencom is also the North American Master Distributor for ILME rectangular connectors. Mencom’s headquarters and warehouse facilities are located in Oakwood, Ga., just north of Atlanta.
For more information, please visit:
www.mencom.com
