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9.1.4  Grounding Connectors 
All tangible surfaces of the 19-inch HIMA components (e.g., base racks, extension racks and 
dummy front plates) are chromized and electrically conductive for ESD protection reasons. 
Safe electrical connection between components and the control cabinet is ensured by cage nuts 
with claw fasteners. The claw fasteners penetrate the surface of the pivoting frame [1], ensuring 
safe electrical contact. Stainless steel  screws and flat washers are used to prevent electrical 
corrosion [2]. 
The components of the cabinet frame [3] are welded together and are considered an electrical 
conductive construction element. Short grounding straps [5] with cross-sections of 16 mm
2
 or 
25 mm
2
 are used to conductively connect the pivoting frames, door, mounting rails and 
mounting plates to the cabinet frame. 
 
  Pivoting frame 
  Screws, washers and cage nuts 
  Cabinet frame 
  2 x M 2500 busbar, see Figure 34 
  16 mm
2
 or 25 mm
2
 grounding strap 
Figure 33:  Grounding Connectors for Racks