About Methode

Designers from a major computer company had a requirement to distribute power to several different locations for a large computer system. They desired a cost-effective solution that offered high reliability, space savings, fast installation and ease of serviceability. A wiring approach was deemed to be inadequate primarily because of reliability concerns. Because of the many wires, crimped connections, heat shrink tubing over exposed wiring and tie wraps, there were many opportunities for failure.

A Methode laminated bus bar was selected as the preferred solution. The design included 8 conductive layers, Mylar/Tedlar insulation, silk-screened terminal identification, self clinching hardware, tin plated terminals and epoxy insulation edge filled. This simpler approach minimized the opportunities for error as compared to a wired design. The customer also concluded that the total installed cost of the bus bar system was less than the wiring alternative. They were especially pleased with the fast installation of the bus bar and the ease of serviceability.