The powerCON DGS3P2 is a locking 16 A true mains connector for outdoor applications. It replaces appliance couplers wherever a very rugged solution in combination with a locking device is needed in order to guarantee a safe power connection.

The powerCON DGS3P2 is a connector with breaking capacity (CBC), i.e. it can be connected or disconnected under load or live.

Features & Benefits
Outdoor protection according to IP65 and UL50E enclosure type 4 (in mated condition or in combination with the rubber sealing cover SCNAC-FPX)

• Uses high impact UV-resistant materials
• True mains connector with breaking capacity (CBC)
• Lockable 16 A single phase connector (USA: 20 A)
• Easy and reliable twist lock system
• Extremely robust and reliable 

Electrical
• Contact resistance:  2 m ohms
• Dielectric strength: 4 kVdc / 2.8 kVac
• Insulation resistance: > 1 G ohms (after damp heat test)
• Number of electrical contacts: 2 + PE
• Rating Europe: EN 60320-1: 16 A 250 V AC
• Rating USA: UL 498: 20 A 250 V AC

Mechanical
• Lifetime: > 5000 mating cycles
• Wiresize: 2.5 mm²
• Wiresize: 12 AWG

Mechanical
• Lifetime: > 5000 mating cycles
• Wiresize: 2.5 mm²|
• Wiresize: 12 AWG

Material
• Contact plating: 2 µm Ag
• Locking element: Stainless steel
• Shell: Polyamide (PA 6.6)
• Contacts: Spring Copper (CuSn0.2)

Environmental
• Flammability: UL 94 V-0
• Protection class: IP65, UL50E enclosure type4 rating in combination with SCNAC-FPX (mated or with closed cap)
• Temperature range: -30 °C to +80 °C

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