K2946ALM Datasheet, PDF (2/3 Pages) List of Unclassifed Manufacturers – Metalclad Plus™ Socket Outlets

TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
Metalclad Plus
Socket Outlets
2:3
Features
I Moulded ‘on’ indicator flash on
switches will not rub off – totally safe
I Optional neon indicators in the switch
rockers with 175° visibility in the
horizontal and vertical planes
I Unique 3 pin operated safety shutter
I White terminal markings on grey rear
mouldings for clearer identification
I Top access, angled terminals make
wiring easier and quicker
I Minimum 3mm contact gap
I Double pole switching
I Choice of inboard or outboard
positioned rockers
I Frontplates and backboxes
manufactured from heavy gauge steel
I Additional electrical safety from neutral
‘make first’, ‘break last’ feature
I Switch contacts with silver contacts on
both surfaces for good continuity
I Only one size of screwdriver required
for installation
I Dual earth terminals for high integrity
earthing on list Nos. K850 ALM,
K2977 ALM, K2477 ALM, K2945 ALM,
K2757 WHI
I Backed out and captive terminal screws
I Non-standard ‘clean earth’ sockets
available
I Socket inserts manufactured from a
specially formulated PC/ABS blend
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Electrical
Voltage rating:
250V a.c.
Current rating:
13A per socket outlet
Terminal capacity:
Live, neutral & earth
3 x 2.5mm²
3 x 4mm²
3 x 6mm² (stranded)
(Dual earth terminals on list Nos.
K850 ALM, K2977 ALM, K2477 ALM, K2945 ALM
Physical
Ambient operating temperature:
–5°C to +40°C
(not to exceed an average of more than 25°C in any
24 hour period)
IP rating:
IP4X
Max. installation altitude:
2000 metres
Box Knockouts
1 gang
6 x 20.5 dia
2 in one side
1 in each of the other 3 sides
1 in base
2 gang
8 x 20.5 dia
3 in top
2 in bottom
1 in each side
1 in base
Box types
1 gang
2 gang
Flush
861 ZIC
862 ZIC
Flush (for extra
wiring space)
866 ZIC
886 ZIC
Installation
Metalclad Plus socket outlets can be wall or
bench mounted. Do not mount or use as a
trailing socket or where they may be subject
to excessive moisture or dampness.
2 gang switchsocket – view from rear
Top-facing, angled, backed-out terminals
make wiring easier and quicker.
Surface Metal
as supplied
as supplied
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