Appleton has expanded its acclaimed Powertite® family of industrial plugs, receptacles and connectors with new 30 Amp and 60 Amp non-metallic, corrosive-resistant plugs for use with all UL 1686- C1 receptacles. (this is the industry standard for metal shell devices) Built without compromise to deliver safe, reliable performance, the new plugs are ideal for sewage plants, shipping docks, food and beverage processing plants, or any environment exposed to corrosives, frequent hose downs or severe weather.
“Our new plugs give our customers a non-metallic option for safely connecting equipment in the most corrosive industrial and heavy commercial environments,” said Eric Goldberg, Director of Hazardous Products Marketing, Appleton. “With this introduction, Appleton now offers a complete family of metallic and non-metallic plugs and receptacles to choose from to suit virtually any electrical application.”
Emerson’s slogan “Consider It Solved” is on full display in the new Powertite plugs. Their impact-modified PBT polyester housing resists corrosion, deformation and cracking, while UV-stabilization helps prevent degradation due to sun exposure. A dual-molded locking ring features rigid plastic threads on the inside and a rubberized grip on the outside that lets users easily secure the plug to the receptacle, even while wearing gloves. Appleton incorporated the shock absorbing rubber for additional protection against impacts, dropped plugs and rough handling. Best-in-class features continue with an extra large wiring chamber with backed-out terminal screws for faster, easier wiring. A screwless tab locks the shell halves together in place with a simple push, ensuring a NEMA 4X watertight seal. Appleton Powertite non-metallic plugs meet UL Standards 1682, 1686, 50E – Type 4X, 12 for non-hazardous locations.
