CA512/13-3 is a 3 pole removable shorting link designed for creating fast, secure, and efficient common electrical connections between compatible DIN rail terminal blocks. This terminal block accessory is widely used in industrial control panels, switchgear assemblies, automation systems, electrical cabinets, and distribution applications where multiple circuits require reliable electrical bridging and simplified wiring layouts.
Engineered for use with 11 mm wide terminal blocks, CA512/13-3 allows electrical interconnection across three adjacent terminals without requiring complex jumper wiring. Its removable design provides flexibility during installation, maintenance, testing, and circuit modifications, helping reduce wiring time while improving panel organization.
The removable shorting link structure enables technicians to establish temporary or permanent commoning between terminals depending on application requirements. Unlike manually wired bridges, the shorting link provides cleaner installation, better conductor management, and consistent electrical performance across interconnected circuits.
This accessory is particularly useful in control systems where multiple terminal points need to share a common potential or signal path. It minimizes installation effort and reduces the number of conductors required inside electrical enclosures, resulting in improved wiring efficiency and easier maintenance access.
The 3 pole configuration allows simultaneous bridging across three terminals while maintaining compact spacing and organized panel architecture. Its removable construction supports rapid insertion and removal without major disassembly, reducing service downtime and enabling quick system modifications.
CA512/13-3 is manufactured to support dependable current transfer and stable mechanical performance under industrial operating conditions. The accessory is suitable for electrical environments that demand structured wiring, operational reliability, and simplified maintenance procedures.
The component is compatible with selected disconnect and stud-type terminal systems used in industrial applications and supports efficient circuit grouping and terminal commoning. Its design assists technicians in achieving professional panel layouts while improving installation productivity.
Because of its compact format and removable operation, this shorting link is frequently used in PLC panels, instrumentation systems, machinery wiring, process automation equipment, and industrial distribution assemblies where fast circuit interconnection is required.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Code | CA512/13-3 |
| Product Type | Removable Shorting Link |
| Configuration | 3 Pole |
| Link Type | Removable |
| Terminal Width Compatibility | 11 mm |
| Current Rating | 41 A |
| Tightening Torque | 1.2 Nm |
| Installation | Terminal Block Accessory |
| Application | Terminal Commoning |
| Mounting Use | DIN Rail Terminal Systems |
| Standard Pack | 50 Pieces |
| Circuit Function | Terminal Bridging / Shorting |
Specifications compiled from published product references and technical documentation.
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