Phoenix Contact 3240210 SKS 8 Shield connection terminal block

The Phoenix Contact SKS 8 is a shield connection terminal block designed to apply cable shields to busbars in control panel and industrial wiring installations. It uses a spring-cage connection method and accepts cables with external diameters from 3 mm to 8 mm. Three mounting types are supported: NS 35 DIN rail, busbar, or directly on conductive mounting panels.

Technical specifications:

• Part designation: SKS 8
• Catalog number: 3240210
• Manufacturer: Phoenix Contact
• EAN: 4046356458658
• Pack size: 10 pc
• Connection method: Spring-cage connection
• Conductor cross-section: AWG 12...8 (converted acc. to IEC)
• External cable diameter: 3 mm...8 mm
• Pitch: 12.4 mm
• Number of connections: 1
• Number of rows: 1
• Maximum power dissipation: 1.31 W
• Grounding foot: Yes
• Mounting type: Neutral busbar
• Width: 12.4 mm
• Height: 18 mm
• Depth: 26 mm
• Material: Steel
• Color: Silver
• Weight (excl. packing): 8.58 g
• Country of origin: CZ

Features and benefits:

• Three mounting options - NS 35 DIN rail, busbar, or directly on conductive mounting panel - for flexible installation
• Spring-cage connection provides tool-free, reliable shield termination
• Suitable for use in potentially explosive (Ex) areas without additional approval or marking
• Grounding foot included for direct equipotential bonding
• Compact 12.4 mm pitch minimises DIN rail space
• RoHS compliant with no REACH SVHC substances above 0.1 wt%

Applications:

• Cable shield grounding on busbars in industrial control panels
• EMC-compliant shield termination in machine building and automation cabinets
• Shield connections in potentially explosive (Ex zone) environments
• Signal cable shielding in process control and instrumentation systems
• Equipotential bonding in switchgear and distribution assemblies

Compliant with EU RoHS (no exemptions) and EU REACH SVHC requirements. Classified under ECLASS 27250309 and ETIM EC002020.

Also known as: Phoenix Contact SKS 8, Phoenix 3240210, shield clamp terminal block, busbar shield connection clamp.