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Switch-Rated plugs and receptacles (DECONTACTOR Technology)

Plugs and receptacles combining a disconnect switch with a plug and receptacle, UL/CSA listed for branch and motor circuit disconnect switching, 20–200 A and up to 100 hp.

Description

A MELTRIC DECONTACTOR is an electrical connector with push-button circuit disconnection that combines a disconnect switch with a plug and receptacle. Switch-Rated devices can be connected and disconnected under full load, up to 200 A and 100 hp, in wet or dry conditions, and are evaluated to UL Subject 2682. MELTRIC states it was the first company to offer UL/CSA Switch-Rated plugs and receptacles.

Key features

  • OFF button quick-break mechanism ejects the plug in 15 milliseconds
  • Automatic watertightness up to Type 4X/IP69/IP69K
  • Dead-front safety shutter and enclosed arc chambers
  • Silver-nickel spring-loaded butt contacts and spring-assisted screw terminals
  • Fiberglass-reinforced thermoplastic casings
  • Gasket colors confirm voltage rating; keying prevents mismatching
  • Lockout-tagout capability
  • Up to six auxiliary contacts for control, monitoring and signaling

Applications

  • Shorepower and shipyard connections
  • Pumps, motors, welders and generators
  • Washdown areas and cord drops

Specifications

Current range20 to 200 A
Horsepowerup to 100 hp
Environmental ratingup to Type 4X/IP69/IP69K
Plug ejection time15 milliseconds
Auxiliary contactsup to six
StandardUL Subject 2682

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