
Industrial | Hazardous Area | Explosive Atmospheres | Plugs & Sockets
Thorne & Derrick International, based in the UK, are Experts in Equipment for Explosive Atmospheres & ATEX Product Innovation – we supply and distribute the Marechal range of low voltage power, control and signal plugs and sockets for heavy industrial and hazardous area applications where ATEX IECEx Certified products are required.
In this series of application Blogs we review the use of Decontactors in the rescue and safety industry.
Emergency situations require products that meet specific criteria and needs. Since the risks associated with this activity are numerous, it is essential to provide you with various electrical connection solutions. Marechal connectors are able to adapt to your needs: reliability, speed, flexibility, guarantee of quality; And equip emergency vehicles and facilities such as: VSAV, VSR, SAMU, SMUR, VEMA, PC.

Plugs & Sockets
Ensure the maintenance of your vehicles and installations with ease thanks to reliable systems! Using the Marechal connection inside and outside guarantees a long-lasting function, regardless of the number of operations. Safe connection and peace of mind.

Plug applications
Safety in emergency situations is the key word in providing new solutions. Your needs are the guideline of the developments carried out each year by the SEPM team, the R&D department of Marechal Electric. These ranges of plugs are constantly evolving to be the most adapted to meet your daily requirements Used every day in reactivity and safety to save lives on:
- Deployment of electrical equipment in the event of an emergency mission
- Electrical charging of emergency vehicles such as: VSAV, VSR, SAMU, SMUR, VEMA, PC
- Connection of the installations in barracks, garages and sheds
- Power supply from reels, generators
- Heavy vehicles.
SOLUTIONS TO YOUR NEEDS
Reliability of Installations
Self-ejecting systems avoid the need to disconnect electrical equipment, allowing a mobile device to be moved without unplugging it, or where equipment is located in high-risk areas. There are many applications: emergency vehicles, ambulance, road transport vehicles, electric boats, rolling heating or cooling in the food industry, canteens or hospitals, or switch boards located at vulnerable places (a toll terminal for example).
End-user Safety
- Safe connection/disconnection even under short circuit conditions.
- Optional pad-locking to prevent disconnection or
- access to socket when the plug is disconnected. In the event of emergency, an unqualified operator can
- easily and safely break a motor’s power supply.
- Safety shutter protecting direct against contacts with live parts: user safety against electrical shocks (IP4X/IPXXD).
High Performance & Quality of Materials
- Butt contacts in silver-nickel: outstanding conductivity and resistance to corrosion, vibration, shocks and temperature variation.
- Up to 10,000 cycles or 8 times higher than required by EN 60309-1.
- Resistant to voltage spikes up to 8 times rated current for 1 minute.
- Shock resistant: up to IK10 with metal casings.
- Temperatures from -40 °C to +60 °C.
- Automatically watertight: up to IP69k, 100 bars and 80 °C.
Automatic IP66/IP67 Sealing
IP66/IP67 watertightness is achieved automatically when connecting the socket or closing the lid. It enables the product to be used in extremely wet or dusty environments. Some of the Marechal range of plugs are available up to IP69k for high-pressure cleaning at 100 bar and 80 °C.
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RETTBOX® / RETTBOX®-AIR
Battery charging Rettbox connector system for rescue vehicles with an electromagnetic self-eject system comprising coupler socket and an inlet mounted in a box.
TPM ELECTRICAL INLET WITH FLAP/DSN1
System on an electrical inlet with flap and electrical socket-outlet DECONTACTOR™ DSN1 for the electrical supply of any type of emergency vehicle and the protection of connections.
DSN / DS / DN DECONTACTOR™ From 20 A to 250 A
The DSN/DS/DN range of plugs spans currents from 20 A to 250 A, Â making it Marechal’s largest and most complete DECONTACTOR™ range. Their casing meets the requirements of industries that need robust connectors. Socket-outlets and connectors are available in GRP for currents from 20 A to 90 A and in metal for currents above 50 A, and offer a large array of options like padlocking, keying systems and auxiliary contacts.
CD SOCKET-OUTLETS WITH PROTECTION 16 A / 32 A / 63 A
Compliant with CEI EN 61439-1 and CEI EN 61439-3, this distribution box is composed of two parts fixed on hinges: a protection part, with a transparent window and a key locking option, and a terminal part for a quick access to the connection. 1 or 2 Marechal socket outlets or DECONTACTOR™ sockets can be fitted on this electrical box.

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Industrial | Hazardous Area | Explosive Atmospheres | Plugs & Sockets
Thorne & Derrick International, based in the UK, are Experts in Equipment for Explosive Atmospheres & ATEX Product Innovation – we supply and distribute the Marechal range of low voltage power, control and signal plugs and sockets for heavy industrial and hazardous area applications where ATEX IECEx Certified products are required.
In this series of application Blogs we review the use of Decontactors within cities and infrastructure.
The electrical department of local councils, OEM’s, installers and engineering offices need reliability and durability when providing power for an event whatever the size. Throughout the year for these kind of events you are asked to adjust the electrical power output of the installation according to the type of the event and the mobility it may require.

Plugs & Sockets
To cope with the diversity of energy needs, the size and configuration of your sites, you are looking for high performance plugs, ensuring the safety and autonomy of users. Marechal Electric meets your expectations.

Plug applications
DECONTACTOR™ electrical outlets are ideally suited for supplying installations in public areas.
- Marketplaces, fairs, cultural events: ground terminals for temporary connection of a box or electrical cabinets allowing users to connect directly.
- Halls, amusement parks, exhibition centres
SOLUTIONS TO YOUR NEEDS
Safety in Public Areas
With the DECONTACTOR™ – a proprietary Marechal technology – you can quickly, easily, and above all safely connect and disconnect equipment from a live power supply up to 250 A and 75 kW, with no need for pilot wiring and contactor. The safety shutter protects users from live contacts and protects against electrical shocks (IP4X/IPXXD).
Automatic I66/IP67 Sealing
IP66/IP67 sealing is achieved as soon as the plug is inserted or lid is closed manually. It enables the product to be used in extremely wet or dusty environments. Some of our plugs are available up to IP69k for high-pressure cleaning at 100 bar and 80 °C.
Mobility of Installations
The Marechal plugs and socket-outlets have been designed for power supply to mobile installations (extension, mobile cabinets, racks with socket). Flexibility and ease of use are the key factors to the success of the installations and their continuous operation throughout the year.
Dual-voltage Socket-outlets Â
Simplify the operation of shore connection: for 16 A, 32 A or 63 A power, dual voltage plugs and socket-outlets enable the connection to a boat with 230 V or another craft requiring 400 V. A domestic adaptor can be used for small dock maintenance.
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DSN / DS / DN DECONTACTOR™ From 20 A to 250 A
The DSN/DS/DN range spans currents from 20 A to 250 A, making it our largest and most complete DECONTACTOR™ range. Socket-outlets and connectors are available in glass-reinforced polyester for currents from 20 to 150 A and in metal for currents from 20 to 250 A, and offer a large array of options like keying systems and auxiliary contacts.
PF HIGH-CURRENT PLUGS AND SOCKET-OUTLETSÂ 315 A / 400 A / 500 A / 600 A – 1,000 V
The
Marechal PF range can accommodate up to six auxiliaries and two pilots, is IP66/IP67 watertight (standard), and has an electro-mechanical lock-out system, for maximum safety and water protection. The metal casing offers IK10 shock resistance and is well-suited to connections for heavy equipment and generators for mining and tunnelling operations.

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Suppliers of market-leading brands of ATEX & IECEx Certified Hazardous Area Electrical, HVAC & Process Instrumentation Equipment : CEAG | Wolf Safety | Technor | Raytec | Abtech | MEDC | Amphenol | ATEXOR | Appleton ATX | Pepperl+Fuchs | Raxton


Industrial | Hazardous Area | Explosive Atmospheres | Plugs & Sockets
Thorne & Derrick International, based in the UK, are Experts in Equipment for Explosive Atmospheres & ATEX Product Innovation – we supply and distribute the Marechal range of low voltage power, control and signal plugs and sockets for heavy industrial and hazardous area applications where ATEX IECEx Certified products are required.
In this series of application Blogs we review the use of Decontactors in the entertainment and media industries.
With the general public present at events then organisers must consider the electrical safety of their equipment and infrastructure. Exhibitors also need to be able to connect and disconnect as required without the need for an on site electrical engineer.
The electrical connections must be able to meet high demands and peaks in power requirements without any interruption in supply to the exhibitors.
Plugs & Sockets
Ease and flexibility of use are the key factors for the success of the implantations and their rotation in continuous sequencing.
For many years the DECONTACTOR™ has be a must in the cinema and entertainments markets, it combines high levels of safety for the user with simple operation, especially on portable installations (extension leads, mobile cabinets, electrical racks, etc).
Flexibility of set up and operation is within easy reach of everyone; just press the button on the top of the socket to eject the plug. They can also be supplied as dual voltage units, offering 400V 3P+N+E, 3P+E or single phase 1P+N+E configurations.

Plug applications
Electrically connecting cabinets or distribution boxes at fairs to the underground power grid and powering installations
- High-power connections and mobile kitchen connections.
- Electrical connections be able to supply high power needs and cope with peaks in demand to ensure the continuous supply of power during an event.
- Electrical sockets for lighting and sounds systems, power stages, generator sets, electrical boxes, offices, media rooms, field kitchens, dressing rooms, car parking and camp site lighting.
SOLUTIONS TO YOUR NEEDS
High PowerÂ
Marechal high-current plugs provide a reliable connection up to 700 A / 1000 V, even under the harshest environments.
Electrical Safety
This shutter protects the user (IP4X/IPXXD). The live contacts are not accessible, even to a screwdriver or small wire. A button placed on the top of the socket enables you, with just finger pressure on the button, to disconnect the equipment on full load, up to 250 A.
This operation can be performed by anyone. The plug can then be removed in complete safety. The plug removal is safe and does not present an electrical hazard. It guarantees a quick and easy operation and saves time during installation or machine shutdown.
On high risk facilities or where the unauthorised disconnection of a plug must be prevented, full padlocking systems are available to offer complete safety.
Flexibility & Modularity of Plugs & Socket-outlets
The 230/400 V – 3P+N+E dual-voltage sockets are designed to work with four-phase and three-phase 400 V plugs, and single-phase 230 V plugs. This compatibility allows a real saving for the user when installing these sockets.
Keying is associated with different positions of the terminals within the unit housings. Cross connection is prevented by specifying a different notch position for different voltages, in all 24 position are available through the machining of the ‘notch’ ring inside the unit.
Compactness
The use of floor boxes mounted underneath flooring keeps walk ways clear and avoids the risk of possible tampering by children.
Space is optimised, cables are kept out of site making for a prime location on the floor, replaces electrical boxes and clears the way, while avoiding risks of manipulation by children or adolescents. The space is optimised through the removal of trailing cables, this makes for a more aesthetic appearance for the event or attraction.
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DSN / DS / DN DECONTACTOR™Â From 20 A to 250 A
The DSN/DS/DN range of plugs spans currents from 20 A to 250 A, making it Marechal’s largest and most complete DECONTACTOR™ range. Socket-outlets and connectors are available in glass-reinforced polyester for currents from 20 to 150 A and in metal for currents from 20 to 250 A, and offer a large array of options like keying systems and auxiliary contacts.
SP SINGLE-POLE POWER CONNECTORSÂ 700 A
Thanks to the butt-contact technology the SP single pole connector can carry a permanent current of 700 A/ 1 000 V ac or 1500 V dc (connection with 70 to 400m² conductors). Super yachts, cruise ships or the Navy will use it for quayside connection via single cable.
Available in ATEX .


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Suppliers of market-leading brands of ATEX & IECEx Certified Hazardous Area Electrical, HVAC & Process Instrumentation Equipment : CEAG | Wolf Safety | Technor | Raytec | Abtech | MEDC | Amphenol | ATEXOR | Appleton ATX | Pepperl+Fuchs | Raxton


Industrial | Hazardous Area | Explosive Atmospheres | Plugs & Sockets
Thorne & Derrick International, based in the UK, are Experts in Equipment for Explosive Atmospheres & ATEX Product Innovation – we supply and distribute the Marechal range of low voltage power, control and signal plugs and sockets for heavy industrial and hazardous area applications where ATEX IECEx Certified products are required.
In this series of application Blogs we review the use of Decontactors in Airports.
Aircraft access gateways, cooling or heating of the aircraft, lighting, maintenance.
All of these airport applications require a power supply. Marechal’s range of socket outlets make it easy to maintain and simplify the daily lives of the personnel concerned.

Plugs & Sockets Applications
On Tarmac

When it comes to air freight or passenger management, staff are faced with several problems: remote power supply that can withstand a sometimes humid outdoor environment and changing temperatures, as well as corrosive agents.
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heating or cooling of aircraft,
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mobile lighting,
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power supply for Skydrol benches,
all these applications are concerned.

In Maintenance Hangars
When maintaining aircraft in hangars, the supply of access docks and tools requires strong and durable connections. The applications concerned are:
– Connection of tools and docks;
– Connection of access docks (nose, hold, superstructure, tail and wings…) via electrical boxes and cabinets.

For Conveyors
When the aircraft lands, the luggage is transported on a conveyor belt: a motor connection is required. The plug-in connection ensures staff safety and service continuity because maintenance is made easier and faster.

Fire Safety
Safety in emergency situations is the key word in providing new solutions. Your needs are the guideline of the developments carried out each year by the SEPM team, the R&D department of MARECHAL ELECTRIC.
These ranges are constantly evolving to be the most adapted to meet your daily requirements Used every day in reactivity and safety to save lives.
WHY choose MARECHAL?
The Marechal DECONTACTOR range of electrical sockets (socket with an integrated switch):
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Disconnect safely: load shutdown and arc protection (safety disc);
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Can be used without electrical authorization when connecting and disconnecting during aircraft parking;
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Facilitate maintenance (handling, loading and unloading operations);
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Comply with the LOTO procedure for added security;
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Resistant to temperatures from -40° to +60°;
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Resistant to pollutants, corrosive liquids and aggressive substances (oils, fuels, chemical thinners);
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Resistant to shocks and trampling of the equipment;
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Are durable and efficient: continuous or frequent operation;
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Are compact and can be integrated into traps.
All socket outlets in this range comply with international electrical standards (IEC/EN 60309-1, IEC/EN 60309-4, IEC/EN 60947-3 and ISO 18001 LOTO procedure).

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Suppliers of market-leading brands of ATEX & IECEx Certified Hazardous Area Electrical, HVAC & Process Instrumentation Equipment : CEAG | Wolf Safety | Technor | Raytec | Abtech | MEDC | Amphenol | ATEXOR | Appleton ATX | Pepperl+Fuchs | Raxton


Industrial | Hazardous Area | Explosive Atmospheres | Plugs & Sockets
Thorne & Derrick International, based in the UK, are Experts in Equipment for Explosive Atmospheres & ATEX Product Innovation – we supply and distribute the Marechal range of low voltage power, control and signal plugs and sockets for heavy industrial and hazardous area applications where ATEX IECEx Certified products are required.
In this series of application Blogs we review the use of Decontactors in the transport industry.
Designed to equip a wide variety of vehicles, fire or electric buses in local authorities, Marechal electrical sockets and boxes once installed provide safety and user friendly ergonomics.

Plugs & Sockets
Connecting these compact outlets ensures appropriate integration in electrical installations and simplified maintenance. The robustness and shock resistance of electrical boxes manufactured by Marechal are additional advantages to the longevity of equipment.

Plug applications
- Access pits and electrical boxes for maintenance and tooling operations
- Utility sockets for vehicles in service workshops
- Electrical supply to carriages within the maintenance workshop
- Electrical connection for emergency vehicles equipped with a self-ejecting system
SOLUTIONS TO YOUR NEEDS
Electrical Safety & Ergonomics for Users
A button placed on the top of the socket enables you, with just finger pressure on the button, to disconnect the equipment on full load, up to 250 A. This operation can be performed by anyone. The plug can then be removed in complete safety. The plug removal is safe and does not present an electrical hazard. It guarantees a quick and easy operation and saves time during installation or machine shutdown. On high risk facilities or where the unauthorised disconnection of a plug must be prevented, full padlocking systems are available to offer complete safety.
Simplified Maintenance
Disconnection of the plug can be performed by anyone. Once ejected the plug can then be removed in complete safety. The plug ejection is safe and without the risk of electric shock. It guarantees quick and easy operation and saves time during installation or machine shutdown.
Robustness – Impact Resistance & Number of Handling Operations
The DECONTACTOR™ and Marechal product ranges have glass-reinforced GRP-type polyester or metal casings (IK08 or IK09) depending on the model. This choice in materials contributes to the sockets and plugs’ excellent mechanical strength and its long life expectancy.
Compactness & Flexibility
The DECONTACTOR™ technology combines an electrical industrial socket-outlet with a patented integrated switching device. It combines compactness, safety and performance on electrical installations. It perfectly integrates to any type of mounting support and provides the user with high safety and a great flexibility.
In order to meet the requirements for different installations or configurations, MEG offers its customers the possibility of customising functions and assembly options for its sockets and boxes. For large-scale projects, a dedicated Specific Equipment Technical Team is available to support the customer for their projects in order to offer comprehensive solution.
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DSN / DS / DN DECONTACTOR™ From 20 A to 250 A
The DSN/DS/DN range spans currents from 20 A to 250 A, making it Marechal’s largest and most complete DECONTACTOR™ range. Socket-outlets and connectors are available in glass-reinforced polyester for currents from 20 to 150 A and in metal for currents from 20 to 250 A, and offer a large array of options like keying systems and auxiliary contacts.
Thanks to their silver butt-contact technology, single-pole power connectors SP/SPeX can carry a permanent current of 700 A / 1000 V ac or 1500 V dc.
They are waterproof IP66/IP67 and have a reliable mechanical and electrical interlocking with a pilot contact circuit.


Explosion Proof Electrical Equipment Distributors
Suppliers of market-leading brands of ATEX & IECEx Certified Hazardous Area Electrical, HVAC & Process Instrumentation Equipment : CEAG | Wolf Safety | Technor | Raytec | Abtech | MEDC | Amphenol | ATEXOR | Appleton ATX | Pepperl+Fuchs | Raxton
