The latest PCB connectors and terminal blocks are available for immediate delivery in the region

Singapore - 15 January 2013  - The widest range of PCB connectors and terminal blocks from Phoenix Contact is now available from element14,  the high-service electronics store for design engineers and electronics enthusiasts and a part of global electronics distributor Premier Farnell [LON:PFL]. The expansion of the product range from Phoenix Contact is a result of the increasing popularity of its connectors during the year.

Andrew Ang, Vice President - Sales Operations, Phoenix Contact (SEA) said, "At element14, sales  of Phoenix Contact's products in 2012 have increased every quarter as our customers come to know and appreciate the product range, customer service and technical support offered. We are pleased to recognize element14's sales and e-commerce teams with our 'Best sales collaboration 2012' award for their attention and dedication to our new product launches and sales promotional programmes throughout the year."

"We are delighted with this recognition from Phoenix Contact. In the past year, we have worked closely to ensure our wide customer base in Asia find it easier to review and choose from their extensive range of products, and we are glad to see such positive results reflected in sales," said Tim Wang, Regional Director, Supplier and Asset Management, element14 Asia Pacific.

element14's inventory of Phoenix Contact products includes its best-selling PCB connectors which provide universal conductor connection and cover all possible applications in industrial and semi-industrial environments; part numbers 1757242, 1757268. These PCB connectors support all industry-standard assembly processes such as wave soldering, surface mount technology, through hole reflow soldering, press-in technology.

Top selling terminal blocks from Phoenix Contact, part numbers 1725656, 1725669, with screw or spring connection feature high power (transmission of up to 125 A UL) and high flexibility; stackable and can accommodate many pole counts on different planes.

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About element14

element14 is a high-service distributor of technology products and solutions for electronic system design, maintenance and repair. Bringing together the latest products, services, and development software, all connected to an innovative online engineering community where purchasers and engineers can access peers and experts, a wide range of independent technical information and helpful tools. Whether researching a new technology, designing an electronic product, or looking for parts to repair an existing system, element14 is the trusted global source to find the answers and parts you need to keep your project on the fast track, right from the start.

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About Premier Farnell

Premier Farnell plc(LSE:pfl) is a global leader in high service distribution of technology products and solutions for electronic system design, maintenance and repair. Its differentiated proposition includes 29 local language transactional websites, and the critically important element14 Community for design engineers - an industry first ( www.element14.com). With sales last year of £990.8m and underlying profits of £93.3m the Group distributes its comprehensive portfolio of products and services throughout Europe, North America and Asia Pacific, supported by a global supply chain of over 3,500 suppliers and an inventory profile developed to anticipate and meet its customers' needs.

While global in scope, Premier Farnell recognises the individual needs of each market and has continued to internationalise its model accordingly. It trades locally as Farnell in Europe, Newark/element14 in North America and Farnell Newark in Brazil. Across Asia Pacific the business trades as element14.

Key facts

  • Operations in 35 different countries
  • 4,100 employees
  • Over 2 million customer contacts in 156 industries
  • Over 3,500 leading suppliers
  • Over 400,000 products stocked with access to over four millionmore on demand
  • Global leader in legislationRoHS, WEEE, REACH

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Media Contact Details:                                        

Christina Loh, Communications

element14 Asia Pacific

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Email: cloh@element14.com

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