SCHURTER expands its range of power entry modules with the introduction of the FMAD and FMAB CEE connectors, according to IEC 60309, featuring a first of its kind integrated line filter for 1- and 3-phase industrial appliances and power distribution applications. The integrated filter optimizes suppression of conducted emissions by eliminating cables between the inlet and filter.

Industrial and commercial appliances continue to downsize and become more equipped with noise generating electronics, such as switch mode power supplies and frequency converters. This trend creates the need for more stringent EMC requirements and related product solutions to suppress unwanted interferences between appliances, and the environment. The CEE connector with integrated line filter is based on an already proven industry solution used in lighter duty equipment, whereby an EMC filter is integrated with a connector according to IEC 60320. The concept simply eliminates wires between a panel mounted connector and discrete filter. These wires can vary in length and can cause EMC problems resulting from electromagnetic fields generated by a noise source inside the equipment, ultimately bypassing the filter. The CEE connector with integrated filter solves this problem by making a direct connection between the filtered connector and its metal shield, which is grounded to the panel cut-out. It also saves a great deal of space and reduces parts count for assembly and inventory. The fully integrated unit can be mounted from the front or rear of the panel.

The FMAB CEE series is suitable for single phase AC applications. It carries cURus approvals on versions rated 16 A and 30 A at 110/125 V_AC, and ENEC, cURus approvals on versions rated 16 A and 32 A at 125/250 V_AC. The FMAD CEE for 3-phase applications carries cURus approval for the version rated 30 A at 277/480 V_AC, and ENEC, cURus for versions 16 A and 32 A at 240/415 V_AC. The filter series offer screw terminations. The operating temperature range is -40°C to +85°C.