Plugs, Sockets & Connectors
Plugs & Sockets | ATEX & IECEx
Explosion Proof & Hazardous Area Zone 1 (21) & Zone 2 (22)
Thorne & Derrick International, based in the UK, are the leading stockists and suppliers of Plugs & Sockets and Connectors for hazardous area and explosive atmosphere applications from market-leading brands including Marechal, CEAG, Amphenol and A.T.X. Appleton – a comprehensive range of Explosion Proof plugs, sockets and connectors are available with ATEX & IECEx certification and explosion protection to including Ex d (Flameproof).
Hazardous Area Plugs & Sockets
Marechal Decontactors | Switch + Socket Outlet
A Decontactor® is a plug and socket outlet system with an integrated power switch permitting absolutely safe connection and disconnection of electrical equipment with plug-and-play simplicity. The Marechal decontactor is a plug and socket with an integral load-break switch – this unique design offers various benefits :
- contact quality
- safe disconnection
- automatically watertight
- cost reduction due to dual-voltage
- robust and reliable alternative to conventional plugs and sockets
Decontactor Benefits
Thorne & Derrick are Approved Main Distributors for Marechal Hazardous Area Plugs – contact us for competitive prices, fast delivery and expert technical support to enable the selection and specification of the correct plug, socket or decontactor for all industrial and hazardous area power distribution applications.
IECEx & ATEX Plugs For Hazardous Areas
Marechal plugs combine electrical safety in explosive atmospheres and reliability for power control and distribution in hazardous area industries where explosions are a real risk – plug and socket assemblies are suitable for flammable gases and vapours classified according to ATEX & IECEx as Zone 1 (21) Gas & Zone 2 (22) Dust hazardous areas.
High Current Plugs | High Temperature Plugs
Marechal hazardous area plugs and sockets offer an extensive and comprehensive product range for all industrial electrical power applications in Zone 1 & Zone 2 hazardous areas with power currents varying from 10A to 680A with up to 1,500 volt power supplies – ATEX & IECEx certified plugs and sockets.
Typical applications for explosion proof hazardous area plugs include mobile machinery, portable plant, wellhead control panels, mobile skid units and offshore heavy power, data and signal distribution.
Decontactors
Marechal DXN Plugs (20 – 63 Amps)
Plugs & Sockets Hazardous Area Zone 1 & Zone 2 (Gas) Zones 21 & 22 (Dust) Explosive Atmospheres
- Hazardous Area ATEX Certified Approved: Ex II2 G D Ex de IIC, Ex tb IIIC
- Automatic IP66/IP67 water and dust tight decontactors
- Integrated load break switch
- Robust and compact design plugs
- High performance poly casing
- 20-63A plugs
- 550V-750V plug and socket outlet
Marechal Plugs & Sockets DXN Technical Features
Plug Specification | DXN1 | DXN3 | DXN6 |
Rated Current | 20A | 32A | 63A |
Umax | 550V | 750V | 750V |
Auxiliary Contacts (optional) | – | 2 | 2 |
Keying Positions | <<<24>>> | ||
Ambient Temperature | <<<-40°C to 60°C>>> | ||
Explosion Protection Mode | Ex II2 G D Ex de IIC, Ex tb IIIC | ||
ATEX Zones | Zone 1 & Zone 2 (Gas) + Zone 21 & Zone 22 (Dust) |
Marechal DXA1 Plugs (20 Amps Metal)
Plugs & Sockets Hazardous Area Zone 1 & Zone 2 (Gas) Zones 21 & 22 (Dust) Explosive Atmospheres
- Hazardous Area ATEX Certified Approved: Ex II2 G D Ex de IIC, Ex tb IIIC
- Automatic IP66/IP67 water and dust tight decontactors
- Integrated load break switch
- Locking in connected or disconnected by padlockable shaft
- Intended for low temperature -55ºC
- 20A plugs
- 550V plug and socket outlet
Marechal DX Plugs (20 – 200amps Metal)
Plugs & Sockets Hazardous Area Zone 1 & Zone 2 (Gas) Zones 21 & 22 (Dust) Explosive Atmospheres
- Hazardous Area ATEX Certified Approved: Ex II2 G D Ex de IIC, tD A21
- Automatic IP65 water and dust tight decontactors
- Integrated load break switch
- Locking in connected or disconnected by keying axis
- 20-200A plugs
- 750V plug and socket outlet
multi-contact connectors
Marechal PXN & DXN
Hazardous Area Power, Signals & Data Transmission Connectors
- Hazardous Area ATEX Certified Approved: Ex II2 G D Ex de IIC, Ex tb IIIC
- From 12 to 37 contacts
- Locking in connected or disconnected position
- Corrosion free metal casing
- 10A plugs for explosive atmoshere applications
- 220-440V plug and socket outlet
- ATEX & IECEx Approved connectors
Up to 12 Contacts 10Amps | Marechal PXN is a multicontact connector designed for hazardous areas with explosive atmospheres. Manufactured from metal with ‘e’ explosion protection mode. The connector plugs and sockets are ATEX &IECEx Certified to provide safe and reliable distribution of LV power in hazardous area Zones 1 & Zone 2 (Gas) and Zones 21 & 22 (Dust). | Up to 37 Contacts 10Amps | Marechal DXN is a multicontact connector designed for hazardous areas with explosive atmospheres. Manufactured from metal with ‘e’ explosion protection mode. The connector plugs and sockets are ATEX &IECEx Certified to provide safe and reliable distribution of LV power in hazardous area Zones 1 & Zone 2 (Gas) and Zones 21 & 22 (Dust). |
Connector Plugs
Marechal PNCX
Marechal PNCX (5Amps | IP66/IP67/IP69) Hazardous Area Connectors
- Hazardous Area ATEX Certified Approved: Ex II2 G D Ex de IIC, Ex tb IIIC
- Electrical connector for harsh environments and hazardous areas (ATEX) and can be used in Zones 1 & 2 (gas) and Zone 21 & 22 (dust)
- Compact and easy to use
- IP66/IP67 watertight
- Longlife plug and socket assemblies
- 5A plugs
- 250V plug and socket outlet
Single Pole High Current Power Connectors Up to 680 Amps
Connectors Hazardous Area Zone 1 & Zone 2 (Gas) Zones 21 & 22 (Dust) Explosive Atmospheres
- Hazardous Area ATEX Certified Approved: Ex II2 G D Ex de IIC, Ex tb IIIC
- IP65/IP66 water and dust tight – single pole
- Electromechanical interlocking system
- Mechanic and visual keying
- High current 235-680A plugs and connectors
- 1000V AC or 1500V DC plug and socket outlet
Explosion Proof & Hazardous Area Electrical Equipment
EXPERTS IN EQUIPMENT FOR EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES
Thorne & Derrick are leaders in the development and distribution of ATEX & IECEx Product Innovations that deliver significant improvements to clients plant, people and operational safety in the explosive atmosphere industries.
Your proactive problem solvers experienced in succession planning for the replacement of obsolete, non-conformant and legacy equipment in hazardous areas.
Your first-choice provider of innovative and competitive solutions to ensure ATEX & IECEx Compliance for Hazardous Area Electrical, HVAC & Process Instrumentation Equipment to UK and international projects.
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