The powerCON TRUE1 is a locking true mains connector for harsh and demanding 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 TRUE1 is a connector series with breaking capacity (CBC), i.e. it can be connected or disconnected under load or live.

Features

• Heavy duty sealed power connector for harsh and demanding environment
• Uses high impact UV-resistant materials 
• Lockable single phase connector 
• Extremely robust and reliable 
• ENEC and VDE certified according to IEC 60320-1 and EN IEC 60320-1 
• UL and CSA Certified According to UL 60320-1 and CSA 22.2 No. 60320-1 
• IP65 and IP67 (mated or with closed cap) 
• True mains connector with breaking capacity (CBC) 
• Easy and reliable twist lock system 
• Unique NEUTRIK locking bushing and strain relief for cable diameters 6 mm to 12 mm (0.23 – 0.47 inches) 

Specifications

Electrical

• Contact resistance: ≤ 2 mΩ
  
• Dielectric strength: 4 kVdc / 2.8 kVac
  
• Insulation resistance: >0.1GΩ (after damp and heat test IEC 68-2-30)
  
• Number of electrical contacts: 2 + PE
  
• Rating Europe: 16 A / 250 V AC according to EN IEC 60320-1
  

Rating America

• 20 A / 250 V AC according to UL 60320-1
  
• 20 A / 250 V AC according to CSA C22.2 No. 60320-1
  

Mechanical

• Cable O.D.: 6 - 12 mm (0.23 – 0.47 inches)
  
• Lifetime: > 5000 mating cycles
  
• Wiresize (mm²): 1.0 – 2.5mm²
  
• Wiresize (AWG): 14 AWG
  

Material

• Contact plating: 2 μm Ag
  
• Locking element: Polyamide (PA 66)
  
• Contacts: Copper Alloy
  
• Insert: Polyamide (PA 66)
  
• Shell: Polyamide (PA 66)
  
• Strain relief: Polyketon
  

Environmental

• Flammability: UL 94 V-0
  
• Protection class: IP 65 / 67 (mated or with closed caps)
  
• UV resistance: F1 rated material withstands UV exposure
  

Temperature range

• -30°C to +80°C according to IEC 61984
  
• -5°C to +40°C according to IEC 60320-1