MKDS3/3-5.08 | Pluggable Terminal Block, 3 Positions

Description

The MKDS3/3-5.08 is a compact, 3-position pluggable terminal block with a 5.08mm pitch, designed for secure and reliable electrical connections in control panels, machinery, and industrial automation systems. This connector facilitates efficient wiring by providing a modular interface that allows for easy connection and disconnection of multi-conductor signals or power lines. The 5.08mm pitch offers a balance between compact spacing and sufficient creepage/clearance distances for low-voltage control applications. Its robust plastic housing ensures reliable insulation and strain relief, while the screw clamp termination provides a vibration-resistant, gas-tight connection for solid or stranded conductors. The pluggable design of the MKDS3/3-5.08 greatly simplifies maintenance, testing, and module replacement, enhancing overall system serviceability.

Technical Specifications

Key Features and Benefits

The MKDS3/3-5.08 terminal block provides significant value through its modular and service-friendly pluggable design. The primary benefit is the creation of a clear breakpoint in the wiring. The base (header) is permanently mounted and wired to the panel or PCB, while the plug (mate) is wired to the field device or cable. This allows for quick disconnection of an entire multi-wire cable or device without unscrewing individual wires, drastically reducing downtime during maintenance, troubleshooting, or component replacement. The screw clamp termination ensures a reliable, high-pressure connection that maintains integrity even in environments with significant vibration or thermal cycling.

Engineered for ease of use, the terminal block features a clear, marked housing for pole identification and a spacious wiring chamber. The screw clamping mechanism is designed to prevent over-tightening and strand shearing, accommodating both solid and fine-stranded conductors when used with a ferrule. The 5.08mm pitch provides adequate electrical isolation between poles for standard industrial control voltages while keeping the assembly compact. The housing material offers high comparative tracking index (CTI) for safety and is resistant to common industrial oils and chemicals.

Integration into control cabinets is straightforward. The base snaps securely onto a standard 35mm DIN rail, and multiple blocks can be ganged side-by-side to create the required number of poles. The plug and socket are keyed or polarized to prevent accidental mis-mating. This reliable and organized connection method provided by the MKDS3/3-5.08 improves panel wiring quality, reduces errors, and supports a modular system architecture, which is a best practice in industrial control panel design.

Related Models

• MKDS3/2-5.08 – A 2-position version of the same pluggable terminal block.

• MKDS3/4-5.08 – A 4-position version for connecting additional conductors.

• MKDSN3/3-5.08 – A variant with a lifting lever or push-button actuation for tool-less wiring.

• MC 1,5/ 3-ST-5,08 – A common Phoenix Contact equivalent model with similar specifications.

• MKDS 3/3-7.62 – A version with a larger 7.62mm pitch, used for higher voltage or where more spacing is required.

As a certified partner of industry leaders, we provide key components for the following areas:

Typical Application Areas:

• Discrete Manufacturing: Connecting sensors, actuators, and small motors to PLC I/O modules in automotive assembly or packaging machinery control panels.

• Process Control: Providing modular interfaces for field wiring to signal conditioners, isolators, or low-power devices in DCS marshalling cabinets.

• Infrastructure: Facilitating easy connection and disconnection of control lines in HVAC systems, lighting control panels, and power distribution units.

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