Sockets offer complete solution for plug-in relays.

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Along with finger-safe terminals that protect operators from live circuits, 782 Series Ice Cube Sockets have option to add plug-in modules to protect relays against power surges. RoHS-compliant sockets provide modular system that meets plug-in relay requirements and are UL-listed when mated to Magnecraft relays. Internal coil bus jumper system connects adjacent sockets and eliminates need to insert stripped jumper wires into coil terminals.



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Ice Cube Sockets from Magnecraft Increase Functionality



Northfield, IL, December 3, 2007- Schneider Electric Relays, LLC announces upgraded features on the Magnecraft 782 Series Ice Cube Sockets to provide a complete solution for plug-in relays. They are UL listed when mated to Magnecraft relays.

Ease of use and safety are the primary benefits of the complete relay system. The sockets incorporate finger safe terminals to protect operators from live circuits. The sockets also have an option to add plug-in modules to protect the relays against power surges. This feature serves as an inexpensive and valuable insurance option to maintain reliable operation.

Along with optional accessories, these RoHS compliant sockets provide a modular system that will meet all your plug-in relay requirements in a package that is both visually appealing and functionally superior to other alternatives.

The internal coil bus jumper system connects adjacent sockets and eliminates the need to insert stripped jumper wires into coil terminals. It installs quickly without the use of any tools. Other accessories such as ejector clips and write-on identification tags also simplify installation and maintenance.

Mike O'Donnell, Magnecraft Marketing Product Manager, says; "Magnecraft sockets for the plug-in relays simplify panel creation. And the ability to add such a wide variety of accessories increases the functionality to meet numerous applications."

The 782 Series Sockets combines a large arsenal of options with the quality that the Magnecraft brand represents to provide a one stop solution for your power management system.

For more information, visit www.magnecraft.com or call 847-441-2540;
191 Waukegan Road, Northfield, IL 60093.

About Magnecraft
Magnecraft, a brand of Schneider Electric, is a broad line of electro-mechanical, hybrid, solid state relays and sockets used in general purpose and industrial applications. As the industry leader in the electronic relay market, Schneider Electric Relays LLC provides innovative solutions through the continual introduction of new products.

About Schneider Electric
Schneider Electric is the world's power and control specialist. It anticipates and
satisfies its customers' requirements in the residential, building, industry and energy and infrastructure markets. With 112,000 employees and operations in 190 countries, Schneider Electric generated revenue of 13.7 billion in 2006 through 13,000 sales outlets.

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