Required Tools and Materials for Installing a 300 W DC Power
Supply
You need the following tools and materials to install or remove a 300 W DC power
supply.
- Two spade terminals #8, M4 stud size, 16-14 AWG (1.25 to 2mm) wire size (Tyco
part number 325199 or equivalent) for connecting the input power cables
- One ring terminal #8, M4 stud size, 16-14 AWG (1.25 to 2mm) wire size (Tyco
part number 1-51864 or equivalent) and screw with captive lock washer for connecting the
ground wire (both provided)
- #14 AWG copper cable for grounding the
power supply and connecting the power supply to the DC power source. (DC power and
grounding cables are not included with the power supply.) Recommended insulation colors
are:
- Red for the –48 V connection (–)
- Black for the –48 V RTN connection (+)
- Green or green with yellow stripe for the ground connection
- Connection hardware appropriate to the
installation site:
- Hardware for connecting the power wires to the DC source
- Hardware for connecting the ground wire to the site grounding
point
- Stripping tool
- Crimping tool for attaching the lug to
the ground wire
- #2 Phillips screwdriver
- Torque screwdriver and wrench or torque driver
with attachments for tightening screws and nuts
- ESD-preventive wrist strap
- Thermal protective gloves (required for removal
of a power supply)
Connection lugs for power and ground and a screw for connecting the
ground wire are shipped with the power supply.
