What is special about Anderson Saf-D-Grid ® power connector technology?
Saf-D-Grid ® builds on the proven Anderson contact technology used in SB ® and Powerpole ® connectors by offering features required in 380-400 VDC power distribution systems. Anderson Power™ introduced the Saf-D-Grid ® connector system in January 2009 as a safe appliance power connector for server, telecommunication, and other devices up to 600 VDC. The Anderson Power™ Saf-D-Grid ® plug and receptacle provide for the direct connection of DC electronic devices to a DC micro-grid powered by renewable energy or high efficiency DC sources. The connector meets international safety requirements for hazardous, low voltage applications including UL 950 and IEC 60950. The Saf-D-Grid ® is size compatible with the IEC 320 C13 and C14 AC connection system. It is the only connector system so sized that is UL rated for disconnect of a 400 VDC, 20 amp load.
What does increased power density means in terms of the Saf-D-Grid ® connector?
Saf-D-Grid® connectors are rated to carry 1.4x more current and 1.6x the voltage than the standard IEC 60320 C20 connector within the same footprint of an IEC 60320 C14 connector. Saf-D-Grid® also enables greater power density by allowing up to 40A and 600V DC or AC within the same space of the IEC 320 C13 & C14 system that is limited to 10A and 250 VAC. This allows the use of Saf-D-Grid ® in AC systems that require more power by increasing the wattage capability within the existing connector space.
What are the safety advantages of the Saf-D-Grid ® products?
Unlike IEC 60320 connectors, Saf-D-Grid ® connectors are touch safe for both the plug and the receptacle. It is the only connector system sized so that is rated for disconnect, both AC and DC. The Saf-D-Grid® connectors consists of shatterproof polycarbonate or nylon material.
What makes the Saf-D-Grid ® connectors and power cables so reliable?
Particularly noteworthy here is the wide temperature range for reliable operation between –40°C and 105°C. Further Saf-D-Grid® connectors have an integrated active latch that secures the connection.
What are typical data centre applications of Anderson Saf-D-Grid ® power connectors?
With connector solutions for busways, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), power distribution units (PDUs) and power supply units (PSUs), Anderson power connectors and cables provide safe power where it’s needed in the data centre. It doesn’t matter whether it’s coming through direct or alternating current. Anderson’s power interconnect solutions are rated for both giving data centre planners and power designers the flexibility to incorporate a variety of redundant and alternative sources. As always power density is king. Anderson can deliver that power in a footprint that saves precious space in the data centre.
Which Saf-D-Grid ® connector types and cables are frequently in use for the data centre industry?
- 2058KH2-RED-BK: SDG400 to C20 (RED) 12 AWG SJT /2.5mm² H05VV-F, 2M, RATINGS: 16A (IEC)/20A (UL), 250; also known as Heavy Duty Power Cord C20 to SDG400 – 12AWG – Red 2.0m
- 2058KH3R5-RED-BK: SDG400 to C20 (RED) 12 AWG SJT /2.5mm² H05VV-F, 3.5M, RATINGS: 16A (IEC)/20A (UL), 250V; also known as Heavy Duty Power Cord C20 to SDG400 – 12AWG – Blue 3.5m
- 2058KH2-BLUE-BK: SDG400 to C20 (BLUE) 12 AWG SJT /2.5mm² H05VV-F, 2M, RATINGS: 16A (IEC)/20A (UL), 250V, also known as Heavy Duty Power Cord C20 to SDG400 – 12AWG – Blue 2.0m
- 2058KH3R5-BK: SDG400 to C20 (BLUE) 12 AWG SJT /2.5mm² H05VV-F, 3.5M, RATINGS: 16A (IEC)/20A (UL), 250V; also known as Heavy Duty Power Cord C20 to SDG400 – 12AWG – Blue 3.5m
Why Anderson Power Products ®?
Since 1877, Anderson has been synonymous with reliable products and has been the chosen power connection for material handling equipment for 40 years. Today, the lessons learned from those demanding applications have propelled the Anderson Power Products ® into a wide number of industries. Today it is a subsidiary of IDEAL ® INDUSTRIES, INC., a global enterprise with companies serving technicians and workers across a wide range of industries, from electrical to construction to aerospace to automotive.
Why should Anderson Power connectors should be used in data centre environments?
Anderson Power technology is the connectivity choice number one for superior power performance in the data centre. Whether providing the connectivity to power a single rack or equipping very demanding hyperscale data centre environments, Anderson power cables provide the efficient and safe design for 24/7 reliable power operations.
Always on the cutting edge: Anderson power connectivity solutions for the AI era, cloud applications and hyperscale data centres
Anderson™ power connectors enable reliable and safe transmission of higher voltage and current in the data centre. Whether AI application, high performance computing (HPC), local server rack, cloud application or hyperscale facility, Anderson™ makes the connections which keep critical power, server and network assets powered around the clock.
Highlights of the Saf-D-Grid ® power connectors
- Higher Power Density: Saf-D-Grid ® enables greater power density by allowing up to 30A and 400V AC within the same footprint of an IEC 60320 C13 system
- Touch Safeness: Saf-D-Grid ® connectors are touch safe on both the plug and the receptacle.
- Hot Plug Rated: The connectors are rated for current interruption for both electronic (capacitive) and electrical (resistive) loads.
- Arcing Protection: The housings contain any arc within the connector while mating or disconnecting under load minimising risk to personnel
- Integral Latch: Connectors cannot be accidentally unmated, preventing unwanted power loss to critical equipment
- First to Mate, Last to Break: Provides the safety of an earthing path before engaging the power contacts.
- Reliability: Higher tolerance from hot aisle temperatures and reliable operation between -40°C and 105°C
