Technical Data
Based on ABB's terminal block catalog, the standardized parameters for this model are as follows:
Parameter Value / Description
Manufacturer Part Number EK175-40-11
Series / Type EK 175 Main Earthing Terminal Block
Connection Technology Spring-clamp (CAGE CLAMP® S)
Rated Voltage (Ui) 1000 V AC/DC
Rated Current (Ith) 175 A (This is the thermal current rating for the entire terminal block with connected conductors.)
Number of Connection Points 40 (20 connection positions on each side, internally bridged to form a common busbar).
Conductor Cross-Section (Solid/Flexible) 16 mm² - 50 mm² (For flexible wires, always use ferrules).
Conductor Cross-Section (Fine-stranded with Ferrule) 16 mm² - 35 mm²
Connection Capacity (per side) Accepts up to 2 x 35 mm² or 1 x 50 mm² conductors per connection point.
Test Point Yes, integrated.
Material (Housing) Transparent Polyamide (PA), Halogen-free, Flame-retardant (UL 94 V0).
Material (Current Bar) Copper, Tin-plated.
Clamp Material Stainless Steel.
Mounting DIN-rail mounted (NS 35/7.5, NS 35/15, or G32 according to EN 60715).
Width Approximately 264 mm (covers 15 modules on a DIN rail).
Protection Rating (Housing) IP20
Operating Temperature Range -60 °C to +100 °C
Approvals / Standards UL 1059, CSA C22.2, EN/IEC 60947-7-1, GL, CCC, etc.
Recommended Torque (if applicable) Not required for spring clamps. The opening lever/actuator is designed for a standard screwdriver.
The ABB EK175-40-11 220V is a spring-type main earthing terminal block from ABB's modular DIN-rail mounted terminal block series. It is designed for central and high-capacity earthing (grounding) connections in control panels, switchboards, and industrial enclosures.