Plug-retention Safeguard

V-Lock plug-retention safeguard for power cordsThe V-Lock system from Schurter prevents unintentional unplugging of power cords on equipment. A variety of power sockets, Power Entry Modules (PEMs) and numerous country-specific power cords can be supplied as part of this system, and now also in white. Also available are power cords with V-Lock that conform to the "American Hospital Grade". The safeguard takes care that a power cord cannot be pulled out of a piece of equipment. With this system, the power socket is equipped with a pin that interlocks with a special notch in the plug on the power cord. The extraction force is at least 200 N. The lock is released by pressing a finger on the disengaging lever. The device is easily identified due to its bright yellow color, a feature that makes it easy to identify this scheme from conventional power plug/socket systems. The locking system can be integrated into power couplings in compliance with IEC 60320 for 10 A and 16 A rated current. Advantage: no clamping system specific to a unit's power socket or retaining bracket must be adapted and attached. The product is especially well suited for medical equipment, laboratory and analysis instruments, telecom and IT equipment, power outlet strips or equipment in TV or radio studios. It is available with black or white cables, plugs and sockets.