The voltage, of single rated Pin & Sleeve devices of the IEC 60309-2 type, is determined by the location of the oversized female ground contact relative to the key-way located at the bottom of the housing. A clock face is used to represent the location of the ground sleeve for a specific voltage system. For example, a 480 VAC receptacle or connector will have the oversized ground sleeve located in the 7 o' clock position. The corresponding grounding pin location on the plug or inlet is a mirror image of the female device. Devices of mismatched voltage systems simply cannot be mated. Each device is clearly marked with the voltage system for which it is intended to be used. The diagrams at the links below show the keying position and the color coding that is associated with each voltage system. North American Rating | International Rating. The insulated housing is made from a high impact, nylon material. The nonmetallic device, while abuse and corrosion resistant, is also non-conductive, which enhances the safety of the product.
Plugs and receptacles rated 60 amps and above, feature an "electrical interlock" by way of a pilot pin on the plug and female sleeve on the receptacle that is shorter than the main pins. The pilot pin and female sleeve make contact last, and break contact first. The sequence turns the power on when the pilot pin and sleeve mate, and turns the power off before the phase contacts are disengaged. This prevents making or breaking the circuit under load.
Reliability
Walther offers the widest variety of plugs, receptacles, connectors and inlets made of the highest quality and design integrity in both splash-proof and watertight versions.Watertight (IP67) devices are designed for use in the most demanding environments that require safety, ease of use reliability and durability. These devices can withstand impact and vibration and provide complete protection against dirt, dust, water jets and even temporary flooding. Watertight devices are available in 20, 30, 60, and 100 amp (North American) ratings and 16, 32, 63 and 125 amp (International) ratings.
Splash-proof (IP44) devices are suitable and recommended for use in a variety of light industrial environments and provide complete protection against contact with live parts, damaging deposits of dirt and dust and splashing water. Splashproof devices provide many of the heavy duty construction features found in the watertight products, but at a more economical cost. Splash-proof devices are available in 20, 30 and 60 amp (North American) ratings and 16, 32 and 63 amp (International) ratings.
Watertight and splash-proof devices provide exceptional UV stability for superior outdoor performance.All Walther pin and sleeve plugs and connectors are supplied with an internal cord clamp designed to firmly grip not only the outer cable jacket, but also the internal conductors. The internal cord clamp eliminates strain on the terminals while providing high pull-out values without external protrusions to snag adjacent wiring or the installer.
In addition to the internal cord clamp, Watertight plugs and connectors are also supplied with an external cable gland. This cable gland serves as a secondary method of eliminating strain on the terminals and conductors while assuring watertight performance. Standard splash-proof plugs and connectors are also supplied with the same external gland as the watertight devices. However,a cable sleeve designed to speed up installation is provided with a lower cost, splash-proof alternative. All Walther plugs and connectors, furnished with either a cable gland or cable sleeve, meet the cord and cable secureness requirements defined in UL 1682, Section 33.