Topics 28 August 2020
Linect® – the Connection System for Lighting Installation

The modern connection system for lighting installation has a name – Linect®. Lights with a Linect® interface provide connections for both conventional field-wiring terminal blocks and pluggable connectors – regardless of the manufacturer. Modern, pluggable electrical installation with Linect® enables fast and easy installation of recessed luminaires with any pluggable connector systems.

Linect® system features:

  • Plug-and-play connections for fast installation of Linect® Lights
  • Compatible with all types of connections: conventional and pluggable
  • Assembly is just as fast as disassembly – even during operation

Overview of Linect®

Modern Lights Need Modern, Pluggable Connections

The open interface of the Linect® connection system provides a host of advantages: greater freedom for planning and enhanced planning security for projects using compatible Linect® components – from project conception and bidding to fast installation.

Advantages of Linect®

  • Freely choose an installation system (conventional or pluggable) thanks to compatibility with all manufacturers
  • Free choice of Linect® lights, regardless of their connection type or make
  • Simplified bidding thanks to separate bids for lighting and cable installation

Three Connection Types

Connection option 1

Pluggable Installation with WINSTA®

Connection option 2

Conventional installation via pluggable lighting connection

Connection option 3

Conventional installation directly at the lighting connector

Linect® Universal Light Connection System – Simplifies Lighting Manufacturing Processes

The Linect® connection system reduces the diversity required for readily available plug & play lights.

What that means for you:

  • Simplifies purchasing and manufacturing processes using fewer components
  • Reduces storage costs
  • Improves deliverability

Universal field-wiring terminal block for Linect®

WAGO’s Linect® 294 Series Lighting Connectors allow worldwide connection of luminaires via WINSTA® pluggable connectors or conventional wiring. For a conventional field connection, 2-, 3-, 4- and 5-pole connectors for solid, stranded and fine-stranded conductors up to 2.5 mm2 or 12 AWG (2.0 mm ∅) are available.

New Products

Secure Pluggable Connections Easily

Secure Attachment with the WAGO WINSTA® Mounting Carrier for Flying Leads

With the new mounting carrier for the 770 and 771 Series, WAGO has the perfect solution to reliably secure flying leads. The WINSTA® Mounting Carrier for 2- to 5-pole flying leads secures attachments and simplifies connector removal. Use screws up to M5 or tools for direct installation with a standard mount to secure the adapter to panels. The adapter can also be fitted to cable trays and ducts.

The Benefits for You:

  • Fixed-position installation of the plug-in connection
  • Reduced vibrations for the plug-in connection
  • No damage to connector components and cables
  • Quick installation and easy replacement of the pre-assembled cables

Item Number: 770-310

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