Oh, the Auto-Lock power cords. They are really a dream come true. They plug into any inlet without the hassle of extra hardware or tools and lock into place so you don’t have to worry about any unwanted disconnection. But wouldn’t it be nice if those handy power cords came in color? I mean, the color offers a great organizational tool and looks pretty amazing. But wait! Now they do! Continue reading Auto-Lock Power Cords Now Available in Color!
Smaller Gauge, Larger Wire
European Schuko Plug
C5 & Mickey Mouse
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Quick-Release Power Cords
Have you ever found yourself recklessly yanking out a power cord from an outlet, and afterwards realized that you a) broke something, b) nearly broke something, or c) caused unnecessary physical strain on yourself or your power cord? If you’ve answered yes to any of these questions then there’s a solution to your problem.
The Quick-Release power cord series offers an alternative way to unplug your valuable electronics. A simple pivoting release tab on each connecting end of the power cord makes it easy to disconnect your device without the physical strain or electrical hazard of yanking a plug from a wall outlet or power strip. It also eliminates the “yanking” problem, thus the deterioration/split of the conductors inside the cord. Continue reading Quick-Release Power Cords
How to Protect Your Electronics
Ahh, Summer. It’s already one of the hottest years on record for much of California, and in light of soaring temperatures, it’s an important time to closely monitor your valuable electronics and data centers. You’ll want to make sure air-conditioning and water-cooling systems are working properly, but there are more steps you can take to ensure your electronics survive the heat.
Fact: Electronic devices tend to run 10-20 degrees higher than room temperature. If temperatures become too hot, outside cooling and ventilation is needed to prevent overheating. While air-conditioning may fit the bill, in some cases you may want invest in an environmental monitoring system to ensure your electronics keep safe. Continue reading How to Protect Your Electronics
Introducing the New IEC C15!
IEC C15 Auto-Lock™
Quail Electronics is proud to announce the newest addition to the IEC Auto-Lock™ family. We are now offering the IEC-60320-C15 Auto-Lock™! Not only do we now have the C15 with our patented locking mechanism, but we offer angles! The C15 Auto-Lock™ comes in up, down, right and left angles. These power cords are ideal for high-temperature settings and for devi
ces generating heat. The C15 Auto-Lock™ will be available with various plug types and have UL, C-UL and TUV approvals. Contact Quail Electronics today for more information on the C15 Auto-Lock™ and all of our Auto-Lock™ power cords.
Ferrite Beads: What are they?
You see them all the time on your power cords. They may look like a little mini donuts or tubes close to one end of the power cord but what are they and why do we need them? Those are called ferrite beads and they are very useful in reducing electromagnet interference (EFI) and radio frequency (RFI). This can be important when you don’t want your machines to have any disruptions or interference of other kinds of signals. The beads can also be referred to by different names such as blocks, cores, rings, EMI filters and chokes.
MD&M East 2014 Wrap-Up
It was a wonderful week in the Big Apple for Quail Electronics. MDM East in New York City proved to be an excellent event with a tremendous turnout. We demonstrated some of our great products and met an exciting array of people.
The show was located the Jacob K. Javits convention center in New York City right along the Hudson River. It was packed full with over 1400 exhibitors and everyone had plenty of interesting things to bring to the table. Continue reading MD&M East 2014 Wrap-Up