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ANTI MICROBIAL CABLE

Antimicrobial Technology creates products that are permanently protected against a wide range of microbes by using an antimicrobial additive. ANTIBACTERIAL VS ANTIMICROBIAL: what’s the difference? The primary difference between antibacterial and antimicrobial technologies is in the kinds of micro-organism they act upon. WHAT IS ANTIMICROBIAL TECHNOLOGY?Antimicrobial Technology creates products that are permanently protected against a wide range of microbes by using an antimicrobial additive. The antimicrobial additive is normally used during manufacturing process and provides,

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Card edge power connectors for faster appliance connections

Looking to the growing use of electronic boards in modern appliances and considering the increasing interest for card edge connections not only for signal but also for power, I am pleased to inform you that MEGA Electronics Inc has developed a new range of card edge power connectors. This new product is defined as PC440 connector and is shown here: These connectors over mold a 4 space receptacle with 5mm pitch distance between the spaces

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Power Cords and Plugs for Asian Exports – Frequently Asked Questions

What power cord is used in the Philippines? The US plug configuration (NEMA 5/15 ) is used in the Philippines despite the fact that the Philippines operates on 220V. Is the Japanese plug the same as the US NEMA style? Yes, the plug has the same pin configuration, but Japan has their own approval agency (PSE).  In addition, the cable type is a different standard and the complete power cord must be approved by PSE. Does Japan

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Gulf States G Mark and Singapore Spring Safety mark are now mandatory for power cords.

Gulf States G Mark and Singapore Spring Safety mark are now mandatory for power cords. All the below mentioned countries have adopted the BS1363 fused plug standard from the United Kingdom as their national standard for power cords The G-Mark for Low-Voltage Electrical products is regulated by the Gulf Technical Regulation for Low-Voltage Electrical Equipment and Appliances (BD-142004-01) and is required for products shipped to the UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, and Oman. Saudi Arabi accepts

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Why shouldn’t I use the IEC chart to select power cords?

The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has produced a chart listing which plugs are used in each country around the world. This chart is very frequently used by engineers to specify the plugs needed for their export markets. Unfortunately, the chart is inaccurate as it lists the same plug configuration to be used in China, Australia and Argentina.  The different countries have varying pin lengths and different national approvals. The same plug cannot be used across these three

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RCM vs. N mark

What is the difference between the RCM (Commonly called “C-Tick”) and N marking on Australian power cords? RCM is a mark that is required in order to sell a product directly to an end user in Australia.  MEGA is producing millions of Australian power cords every year, all of which are sold to OEMS that incorporate our power cords into their end products.  In accordance with Australian standards, we mark the plug, cable and connector

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Swiss standard SN SEV 1011 updated to SN 441011

The Swiss standard is SN 441011, known until recently as SN SEV 1011, and its title is Plugs and socket-outlets for household and similar purposes.  Testing and approval is carried out under ESTI, the Federal Inspectorate for Heavy Current Installations, sometimes known as Electrosuisse; approved products are marked S+ or SEV. Swiss plugs are only used in Switzerland and Liechtenstein.  Whilst Brazilian and South African plugs appear very similar, they are not compatible due to the

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New Water Tight Pump Connection hold ups to 2 Bars

MEGA Electronics Inc has developed a new insert as the heart of our customized pump connectors. As a customized item it needs to fit on the customer pump. Every customer pump is different, therefore there is not a “standard connector” for a “standard pump”. What we show is a possible insert to be over moulded on the cable with a shape that fits the customer pump. This was mainly made to show interested customers that

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New locking C14 plug

The plug carries European, UL, Australian & Japanese approvals and can be used in conjunction with C13 or C19 connector to create a fully lockable jumper cord. Perfect for spaces that are suspectable to shock or vibration, the new jumper cords ensure continuous power reaches your crucial devices. Ideal shipboard or in mobile applications, it is available with a variety of cable types. VIEW FURTHER INFORMATION

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Case Study: Robust Hospital Grade Plug Leads to Lower Overall Costs

A major medical device manu­facturer producing warming beds faced with major preventable repair costs  and UL listing difficulties turned to MEGA to provide a solution. In the harsh environment of hospitals, hospital grade plugs are often yanked from walls, hit and smashed with no apparent damage. However, small repetitive breaks at the pin and conduc­tor junctions eventually can cause the plugs to overheat and fail. The failure of a competitor’s plug caused costly repair calls

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New UL/IEC Regulation 62368-1 became effective December 20, 2020, do your power supplies comply?

UL and IEC harmonized the implementation date. 62368 has replaced 60065 (Audio/Video) and 60950 (IT) for external power supplies. MEGA Electronics power supplies are already certified to 62368 UL/IEC 62368-1 has replaced 60065 (Audio/Video) and 60950 (IT) for external power supplies. Learn more on the Global Transition to IEC 62368-1 on the UL website READ MORE EN 62368-1 –EN 62368-1 was published in Europe during the second half of 2014. The Date of Withdrawal (DoW) of the standards to

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Lead Time Alert: Raw material shortage for power supplies, Shortage of containers, Port Congestions, Copper prices reached a new high, Labor Shortage, Covid cases again in China

Dear Valued Customer, Please see below information about trends in the global market that are impacting lead times. 1. Raw material shortage for power supplies: Electric Vehicle(EV), Artificial Intelligence(AI) and 5G Network segments are quickly ramping this year, increasing demand, which has led to raw materials shortages, extended supply lead times and price increase on MOSFET, MLCC, etc. MEGA is working hard to secure these materials to limit the allocation and extended lead time effect,

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hospital Grade Power Cords

Where are hospital grade plugs required? Hospital grade plugs are required in any hospital-type environment in North America where the patient can come into contact with the cord, including doctor and dentist offices. There is no other global destination that requires a hospital grade plug, although clear plugs are recommended for use in Australia and New Zealand. What is the difference between standard plugs and hospital grade plugs? Both standard commercial NEMA plugs for North

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UL/CSA Power Cord Testing

All North American power cords are tested using the UL guidelines provided by the “Follow-up and Inspections Instructions” and based on the UL Standard 817 “Cord Sets and Power Supply Cords.” Electrical properties of cords are 100% tested for: Continuity of Ground and Line and Neutral Hi Pot Polarity Insulation Resistance Continuity of Line and Continuity of Grounding Conductor All 3-wire grounding power cords are tested to verify that in each product: The conductors are

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Impact of the Corona Virus on production lead times

In an attempt to stop the spread of the Corona Virus in China, the Chinese National government has further extended the Chinese New Year holiday and many production facilities remained closed until February 17th , with some remaining closed until the 20th and in some areas until the end of February. This will impact lead times for all components made in China. In anticipation of the Chinese New Year standard production delays, MEGA increased our

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MEGA Electronics is pleased to announce the launch of GaN FET power supplies

MEGA Electronics is pleased to announce the launch of GaN FET power supplies. GaN FET = Gallium Nitride Technology FET = Field effect transistor – a key semiconductor device MOSFET: has a thin layer of silicone oxide (metal-on-silicon field-effect transistors). GaN is already an established semiconductor material, employed extensively in LED lighting and increasingly important in wireless applications and power supplies. GaN characteristics, such as high-frequency operation, promote high performance while maintaining high efficiency. GaN

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Update: Section 301 List 3 – Effective June 15, 2019, increase to 25% tariff on power cords and power supplies made in China.

All open orders produced in China will be subjected to price adjustments. MEGA will send you the new prices so that you can update your order confirmation. Dear Valued Customer, The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) announced that Section 301 List 3 was finalized by the Section 301 Committee. Effective September 24, 2018, Customs and Border Protection (CBP) began collecting additional tariffs on List 3 affected imports from China at 10%. Initially

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Innovative Locking Connector aids French Military

The IEC Lock has been taken on board by the French Military to provide a secure locking mechanism for electrical equipment used in vital navy and aerospace operations. The French Navy has commissioned the IEC Lock for use on the Monge test and measurement ship, for the connection of time-frequency systems which are used for satellite and target tracking as well as the testing of ballistic missiles. The product is also in use on board

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New UL/IEC Regulation 62368-1

New UL/IEC Regulation 62368-1 implementation date has been revised to become effective Dec 20th, 2020 UL and IEC have agreed to harmonize the implementation date. 62368 will replace 60065 (Audio/Video) and 60950 (IT) for external power supplies. MEGA Electronics has already begun the process of getting 62368 certified UL/IEC 62368-1 will replace 60065 (Audio/Video) and 60950 (IT) for external power supplies. The Global Transition to IEC 62368-1 READ MORE MEGA Electronics has already begun the

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Locking C13 Connectors- New Angled Version Added

LOCKING C13 ANGLED ADDED MEGA is pleased to announce that we have now added angled locking C13 connectors, extending our range of locking EN60320 connectors and AC outlets. Needing no additional hardware or custom mating inlet, these locking C13 connectors can be implemented immediately into your production cycle eliminating the need for brackets and the associated labor costs that come with installing them. The locking C13 comes either fully molded or assembled and compliments our

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New 300W Medical Desk Top Power Supply

MEGA part series MDM300T delivers 300Watts of power in a desk top UL 60601-1-2 : 2014 4th edition listed power supply. The supply employs the C14 inlet which allows for the use of grounded detachable power cords making it possible to use globally (UL, cUL, FCC, T-Mark(TUV), PSE) and provides 2 x MOPP means of protection. Available with a variety of output voltages, the MDM300T extends MEGA’s medical series of external power supplies from 12W

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Section 301 List 3 – Effective September 24, 2018, additional 10% tariff on power cords and power supplies.

September 18, 2018 Update: Section 301 List 3 – Effective September 24, 2018, additional 10% tariff on power cords and power supplies. All open orders produced in China will be subjected to price adjustments. MEGA will send you the new prices so that you can update your order confirmation. Dear Valued Customer, Yesterday evening, the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) announced that Section 301 List 3 has been finalized after undergoing a

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External Power Supplies: 62368 will replace 60905 & 60065 in 2019

62368 will replace 60065 (Audio/Video) and 60950 (IT) for external power supplies. MEGA Electronics has already begun the process of getting 62368 certified. EN 62368-1 – As mentioned in previous communications, EN 62368-1 was published in Europe during the second half of 2014. The Date of Withdrawal (DoW) of the standards to be superseded, EN 60065 and EN 60950-1, was assigned as of June 20, 2019. However, the Official Journal (OJ) of the European Union has yet to be

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Global Certification Updates for Power Supplies and Power Cords

Highlighted below are several global certification updates that impact power supplies and cords for the export market. Power Supplies The smallest change of type placement around a logo can be all the difference in the world to the supplier. Taiwan announced a new requirement mandatory as of December 31st, 2017. RoHS will be included within the approval mark. Belarus has finalized the mandatory energy efficiency requirements regarding the EAC mark on external power supplies. The

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All New IT Power Supplies Now Registered As 62368

UL will not accept any new applications for UL 60950-1. Starting on March 1st, 2018, all new power supply designs will be registered as 62368 EN 62368-1 – As mentioned in previous communications, EN 62368-1 was published in Europe during the second half of 2014. The Date of Withdrawal (DoW) of the standards to be superseded, EN 60065 and EN 60950-1, was assigned as of June 20, 2019. However, the Official Journal (OJ) of the European Union has yet to

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New UL Medical Regulation Mandatory for AC/DC Power Supplies

All new medical power supplies need to pass 60601-1-2 4th edition starting December 31, 2018.  Click here for the link to the new MEGA  Electronics catalog for the new 60601-1-2 4th edition power supplies. These new standards will impact medical device manufacturers as well as the power supply manufacturers.  Although the transition date is now set for December 31, 2018, UL Medical EMC experts advise that FDA’s publication “Design Considerations for Devices Intended for Home Use

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South American Power Cord Guidelines

South American cords and power supplies vary based on voltage and plug patterns. Here we provide detail South American power cord guidelines for Argentina, Brazil, Chile and Peru, as well as a list of voltage by country.   What is the most common plug used in South America? The US NEMA plug standard is used most commonly throughout South America, except in Argentina, Brazil, Chile and Peru. What plug is used in Argentina? Argentina adopted their

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The Difference Between Efficiency Level VI and V

International Efficiency Marking Protocol is a system that allows manufacturers to designate the efficiency performance of external power supplies. These designations are identified with a Roman numeral system: I, II, III, IV, VI, V and VI. Historical perspective In the 1990s, external power supplies could have efficiencies as low as 50 percent and still draw power when the appliance was turned off or even disconnected from the power supply. (This is what’s known as “no-load”

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AC Locking Inlets and Locking C13 and C19 Power Cords [VIDEO]

These locking connectors and outlets are designed for critical applications to guard against accidental disconnection and are available in a variety of global plug configurations. For the U.S., the hospital grade plugs meet the UL 817 standard, adding the security needed in medical applications. Watch this Video to see the IEC Locking Mechanism in Action The Benefits of Using a Locking Power Cord Suitable for use with ANY STANDARD C14 or C20 inlet Protects appliances

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EN60320 Connectors Explained

Which EN60320 connector should I use with my detachable power cord? EN60320 Connector Application Chart for Two or Three Conductors   What is the difference between the C15 and C13? The C15 is a hot condition connector rated to 120C.  The C13 is rated to 65C. What angles are available with EN60320 connectors? There are a variety angles available: left, right, down, even 45 degrees, but straight and right angled are by far the most common.

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New Multi-Tier C-13 IEC Outlets

“Downtime is death.” That was our dramatic blog post title from last month. But it’s true. Accidental disconnection from data center power outlets can be costly, as shown by the story of British Airways that we shared. It’s in that spirit that MEGA Electronics has created its newest product, the space-saving multi-tier C-13 IEC outlets. Mega electronics introduces their new products space saving C-13 multi-tier IEC outletsMade from nylon LSZH, these outlets feature a locking

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