Type E
Single contact block, without base plate
Without base plate. Consider the existing support and mounting when selecting a design.
Contact technology
for your production line.
ERKO contact systems and accessories for electroplating, anodising and printed circuit board production lines.
250–10,000 AContact block current range
Explore accessories & enquire We agree design, dimensions and installation details for your project.
Our accessories at a glance
Contact blocks
Transfer current to your carrier rail.
- Self-clamping operating principle
- For electroplating, anodising and printed circuit board production lines
- Design and base plate to suit your equipment
Contact block current range250–10,000 AAgree a suitable design and installation arrangement for your project.
Contact blocks in operation
Product details
Electrical contact without a separate actuator
When the carrier rail is inserted, its mechanical load acts on the contact wedges. Lifting the rail releases the contact. No separate actuator is required for the clamping operation.
Manufacturing and connection
Erhardt ERKO CNC-machines the copper-chromium cast blanks. The base plate, mounting and rectifier connection are adapted to your installation.
Information for your enquiry
Please provide current rating, carrier rail dimensions, quantity and photographs or drawings of the installation. See the enquiry information at the end of this page.
Designs, operation and installation dimensions
The right design for your equipment
Designs from our product range, with or without a base plate. The single contact block with base plate is type K. Double and round designs are agreed on request.
Single
A single contact block, supplied separately or on a base plate.
Type K
Single contact block, with base plate
With base plate for mounting. Connection and fastening are adapted to the installation.
Double
Double contact block with two moving contact wedges.
Type D
Double contact block, without base plate
Without base plate. Consider the existing support and mounting when selecting a design.
Type K-D
Double contact block, with base plate
With base plate for mounting. Connection and fastening are adapted to the installation.
Round double
Round design of the double contact block.
Type D-R
Round double contact block, without base plate
Without base plate. Consider the existing support and mounting when selecting a design.
Type K-D-R
Round double contact block, with base plate
With base plate for mounting. Connection and fastening are adapted to the installation.
The overall range of 250 to 10,000 A applies to the product family. Current rating, installation dimensions and suitable design are assessed separately for each enquiry.
Self-clamping contact
Inserting the carrier rail pushes the moving contact wedge down and establishes contact. Lifting the rail releases the connection. No separate clamping actuator is needed.
- InsertInsert the carrier rail into the contact block.
- Establish contactThe mechanical load acts on the contact wedges.
- Lift outLifting the rail releases the contact.
Carrier rail and installation
The existing technical drawings show rail dimensions relevant to your enquiry. They do not replace an approved installation drawing for the specific design.
View installation sketches and relevant dimensions
Drawing version 08/2019 · Open to enlarge
Drawing version 08/2019 · Open to enlarge
Drawing version 08/2019 · Open to enlarge
Base plates and manufacturing
Base plates can have straight or angled connection lugs and adapted mounting arrangements. Erhardt ERKO CNC-machines the copper-chromium cast blanks. We agree mechanical and electrical interfaces for your equipment.
Contact heads
Electrically connect racks to the carrier rail.
- Electrical connection of racks to the carrier rail
- Type KK with wedge clamping · Type FK with a spring-loaded clamping plate
- Select by current rating and carrier rail width
Product details
Choose suitable contact heads
Contact heads establish the electrical connection between rack and carrier rail. A suitable design depends on current rating, rail width and installation details.
Information for your enquiry
Specify current rating, carrier rail width X and quantity. Photographs or drawings of the rack and rail help us select the design. For replacements, include a photograph of the existing contact head.
Enquire about contact heads
Types KK and FK are available. Contact us with your rail dimensions and required current rating.
Plastic bearing blocks
The right support for your carrier rail.
- Mechanical support opposite the electrical contact
- CNC-machined to customer requirements
- Dimensions adapted to the installation
Product details
Project-specific design
Plastic bearing blocks support carrier rails. Geometry and mounting holes are adapted to your equipment; special sizes are available on request.
Material and application
The supports are made of chemically resistant plastic. We agree suitability for your process environment and media for each project.
Information for your enquiry
Send carrier rail dimensions, installation dimensions, quantity and, where available, a drawing or photograph of the existing support.
Plastic screws
Protect threads during anodising.
- For surface treatment applications
- Chemically resistant design
- Short threaded section for quick handling
| Thread size | Colour |
|---|---|
| M2.5 | Blue |
| M3 | White |
| M4 | Black |
| M5 | Blue |
| M6 | White |
| M8 | Black |
Product details
Thread protection
Plastic screws protect threads during anodising. We agree a suitable size and design for your component.
For a suitable selection
Specify thread size, quantity and application. Photographs or a drawing of the component are helpful where available.
Enquiry
Include the required thread size and quantity in your email. We confirm the matching colour with you.
Single & double clips
Establish electrical contact and fasten components.
- Electrical contact for components
- Fastening for surface treatment
- Single and double designs
Product details
Single clip
Clip for establishing electrical contact and fastening components to a bar. We agree a suitable design and available dimensions for your application.
Double clip
Double clip for establishing electrical contact and fastening components. Workpiece geometry and mounting arrangements form the basis of selection.
Information for your enquiry
Specify the required design, quantity and application. Photographs or drawings help us assess your requirements.
View both designs
Explore accessories & enquire
Combine several products in one enquiry. We agree the final technical specification with you.
Online enquiry submission is temporarily unavailable.Please email your enquiry to info@erhardt-erko.de or call us: +49 6281 5201-0.
Enquire about accessories for your production line
Combine contact blocks, contact heads, plastic bearing blocks, screws and clips in the accessory selection. Add the key details about your application.
The supplied legacy contact block data sheet also lists 12,000 A, outside the current 250–10,000 A selection. Dimensions, design and suitability are confirmed for each project.
View English data sheets →English technical data sheets
High-current contact blockEnglish PDF · legacy documentQuick-action contact headsEnglish PDF · legacy documentPlastic bearing blockEnglish PDF · legacy document
These original documents contain historical company details and some ratings outside the current selection. Our current contact block range is 250–10,000 A. Please use info@erhardt-erko.de for enquiries. Dimensions, design and suitability are confirmed for each project.