Description
Crouse-Hinds Dead Front Interlocked Receptacle, Explosionproof, Series: BHR, 480 V AC, 60 A, 60 to 400 Hz Frequency, 4 Pole, 3 Wires, NEMA 3/4/7B/7C/7D/9F/9G/12, Flexible Lead Terminal, Copper Free Aluminum, Natural, 6-1/2 in L x 9-1/8 in W x 27-1/4 in H Dimensions
Features:
- Explosionproof, dust-ignitionproof, rain tight
- BHR receptacles feature a built-in rotary switch which is operated automatically when the plug is inserted and withdrawn, the switch, capable of making and breaking the circuit at full rated load, is operated by a helical blade in the center of the plug
- The plug and receptacle contacts cannot be made or broken under load, when the plug is inserted, the plug and receptacle contacts engage before the switch closes, When the plug is withdrawn, the switch opens before the plug and receptacle contacts disengage
- This sequence of operation provides maximum safety in a dead front receptacle
- Arcing is isolated in a flame and dust tight chamber
- Operation is simple, safe and positive, to disconnect the portable device, the plug fastening ring is unscrewed and the plug simply pulled straight out
- No separate interlock device or operating handle need be actuated
- Positive engagement without mismatching is assured by a distinct physical polarization of the plug and receptacle in every rating
- Receptacles are finished with pressure terminations, receptacles are furnished with flexible leads for splicing to the supply conductors, a large threaded cover provides access to the wiring compartment
- To supply power to portable electrical equipment such as motor-generator sets, compressors, heating and cooling units, lighting systems, conveyors and similar equipment
- Indoors or outdoors in hydrogen areas of process industries, missile bases where hydrogen fuel is used and gas manufacturing plants
- 1-1/2 in hub
- Dust-ignition proof, rain tight, wet locations
- High impact glass filled phenolic insulation
Applications:
Motor Generator Sets, Compressors, Heating/Cooling Units, Conveyors and Lighting Systems Applications
Standards/Approval:
- Class I, Div 1, 2, Groups B, C, D, Class II, Div 1, 2, Groups F, G, Class III
- CSA Approved
