Marechal PN12C Plugs, Sockets & Multi-Contact Connectors | 12 Contacts 16A 500V IP66/67
Marechal PN12C Multi-Contact Connectors | Plugs & Sockets 16A 500V
Marechal PN12C Plugs, Sockets & Multi-Contact Connectors are designed to be compact and waterproof, with an integrated switch for use in industrial applications. The Marechal PN12C Plugs, Sockets & Connectors offer a rated current of 16A and a maximum voltage of 500V, as well as 12 contacts (13 contacts provided in the bag). PN12C Plugs & Sockets are compliant with IP66 & IP67 and IK08 & IK09 protection ratings when connected, purposed for protection of electrical equipment against external mechanical impacts. The female socket outlet is also watertight sealed when the lid is closed.
Also available in the Marechal Multi-Contact Connectors range ➡
- Marechal PN7C Plugs & Sockets 25A 500V (7 Contacts)
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- Marechal DN9C Plugs & Sockets 30A 415V (9 Contacts)
The PN12C is available in GRP or metal, with 12 contacts for use with a maximum of 480V for both female socket outlets and male inlet plugs, configured using associated wall mounting socket, plug, wall box, outlet, inlet and handles. A full range of boxes, sleeves, handles, adaptors and accessories can also be supplied upon request. Marechal PN12C Multi-Contact Connectors are part of the signal and control plugs range.
Marechal PN12C Plugs & Sockets Technical Specifications
Marechal PN12C Plugs, Sockets & Multi-Contact Connectors 16A 500V | |
PN12C Electrical Features | |
Maximum rated voltage | 480V |
Impulse withstand voltage | 5kV / Pollution degree 3 |
Contact Resistance | ‹ 2mΩ |
Permitted current range | 4-20mA / 16A |
Rated current percontact (max) | 16A |
Total current carried | ≤ 110 A |
Flexible wiring (min-max) | 1 – 2,5 mm2 |
Wiring (terminals) | Crimp type terminals (tool optional) or directly soldered |
Keying positions | 2 |
PN12C Climatic Features | |
Ambient temperature | -40 °C to +60 °C |
IP protection connected plug | IP66/IP67 |
IP protection lid closed | IP66/IP67 |
Salt, fog performance | 200 hrs minimum connected |
Resistance to fluids | Motor oils, petrol, fats, detergents… |
PN12C Mechanical Features | |
Butt contacts | Female contacts: copper alloy silver plated / Male contacts: Silver-nickel tips |
Contact protection | Silvering |
Load cycles | More than 5000 cycles |
Shock resistance (poly casing) | IK08 |
Shock resistance (metal casing) | IK09 |
Vibration | Frequency 5-1000 Hz, 1g / (90 minutes on each critical frequency) according to IEC 6068-2-6 |
A | B | C | E | |
PN12C Straight Handle | 127mm | 140mm | 58mm | 42mm |
PN12C Angled Handle | 117mm | 138mm | 61mm | 42mm |
A | B | C | D | E1 | E2 | |
PN12C Straight Handle | 178mm | 176mm | 68mm | 90mm | 36/56mm | 78mm |
PN12C Angled Handle | 153mm | 176mm | 68mm | 90mm | 36/56mm | 78mm |
A | B | C | D | E1 | E2 | |
PN12C Straight Handle | 160mm | 170mm | 77mm | 108mm | 63mm | 95mm |
PN12C Angled Handle | 133mm | 165mm | 77mm | 108mm | 63mm | 95mm |
A | B | C | |
PN12C Straight Handle | 208mm | 132mm | 58mm |
MARECHAL PN12C Multi-Contact Connectors | SOCKET OUTLETs & INLETs
The following table provides a further insight on the Marechal PN12C Socket Outlet (female) & Inlet (male) selection:
Umax | Contacts | Marechal PN12C Socket Outlet (Female) | Marechal PN12C Inlet (Male) |
480V AC | 12 Contacts | Marechal 01P4050 | Marechal 01P8050 |
480V AC | 12 Contacts | Marechal 09A4001 | Marechal 09A8001 |
Each product is supplied with 1 bag of 13 contacts, supplied with insulation sleeves and ferrules. |
Marechal PN12C Multi-Contact Connectors (plug and socket outlets with integral power switch) are supported by an ancillary range of wall mounting sockets, wall boxes, socket outlets, sleeves, inlets and handles.
PN12C Plug Box Variants | Angle | Input | Product Reference |
Poly Box |
0° (Straight) | M20 | Marechal 511B0M20 |
0° (Straight) | M25 | Marechal 511B3M25 | |
30° | M20 | Marechal 511B3M20 | |
30° | M25 | Marechal 511B3M25 | |
Poly Box & Poly Sleeve |
70° | Without hole | Marechal 511C7000 |
70° | Hole Ø 20 | Marechal 511C7M20 | |
70° | Hole Ø 25 | Marechal 511C7M25 | |
70° | Hole Ø 32 | Marechal 511C7M32 | |
Metal Box (+ Earthing Wire) + Poly Sleeve |
30° | M20 | Marechal 511C3M20 |
Metal Box (+ Earthing Wire) + Metal Sleeve |
45° | M20 | Marechal 591C4M20 |
45° | M25 | Marechal 591C4M25 | |
45° | M32 | Marechal 591C4M32 |
PN12C Plug Handle Variants | Input/ Cable outer Ø |
Product Reference |
Poly Handle with Gland |
9mm-18mm | Marechal 511P0D18 |
5mm-21mm | Marechal 511P0D21 | |
9mm-18mm | Marechal 511P6D18 | |
Poly Handle & Poly Cable Gland |
5mm-12mm | Marechal 511P020P |
9mm-18mm | Marechal 511P025P | |
14mm-25mm | Marechal 511P032P | |
Metal Handle with Metal Gland (+ Earthing Wire) |
7mm-13mm | Marechal 591P020M |
8mm-16mm | Marechal 591P025M | |
16mm-24mm | Marechal 591P032M | |
Poly Handle (Without cable gland) |
M20 | Marechal 511P0M20 |
M25 | Marechal 511P0M25 | |
M32 | Marechal 511P0M32 | |
Metal Handle Metric Thread Entry (Without Cable Gland) |
M20 | Marechal 591P0M20 |
M25 | Marechal 591P0M25 | |
M32 | Marechal 591P0M32 |
PN12C Sleeve Variants | Angle | Product Reference |
Poly Sleeve | 30° | Marechal 511M3 |
70° | Marechal 511M7 | |
Metal Sleeve |
0° (Straight) | Marechal 591M0 |
30° | Marechal 591M3 | |
45° | Marechal 591M4 |
iNSTALL & OPERATION Guidelines
- Remove an adequate length of cable outer sheath according to the accessory used.
- Strip conductor insulation of the indicated length (see Table T1).
- For inlets, affix the CE sticker either on the handle or on the box, or near the inlet if semi-flush mounted.
- Insert the colour-coded rings between the inlet/plug top or socket-outlet and its rear accessory.
- The two protrusions of the rings must be positioned on the hinge side for the socket-outlet/connector and on the catch side for the plug/appliance inlet. These rings act as seals.
PN12C Operation
- The socket-outlet is shielded by a protective lid held in the closed position by a latch. Depress the latch to release the lid.
- To be connected, the Marechal PN12C plug and the socket-outlet must have similar ratings (voltage, current …), and compatible contact configurations.
- To connect, align the plug bayonets with the hollow parts of the socket-outlet (if any, use the two red marks as a visual indication), push the plug in and turn anticlockwise: the circuit is closed.
- To disconnect, push the plug and turn it clockwise to withdraw it. Close the lid. See Figure F1.
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