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Electrical Power Connectors

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Introduction
Cavotec is a company that develops and manufactures industrial power connectors, power units, and automatic plug-in systems. Their products aim to enhance safety, reduce environmental impact, and improve operational efficiency in industries such as ports, mining, and steel mills. Cavotec's products are certified with ISO9001 and ISO14001 standards, ensuring quality and environmental management.
Plugs & Sockets
Cavotec connectors feature advanced technologies like electrical interlocking, Multi-Way Technology (MWT), and Push & Pull systems. These ensure optimal performance and safety, with IP66 protection and operating temperatures from 80°C to 400°C. They are designed for easy connection and disconnection, with ergonomic handles and fiber optic compatibility.
Multi-Way Technology
MWT enhances contact between pins by expanding with heat, increasing contact pressure and current capacity, simplifying connection and disconnection.
Standards and Materials
Cavotec connectors comply with standards such as IEC 60309, IEC 60529, and IEC 60079. They are made from marine-grade aluminum or bronze, with stainless steel fasteners and insulators made from materials like PPO and PTFE.
Product Features
The connectors support voltages from 50V to 25kV and currents up to 680A, offering various pin configurations for power, pilot pins, control signals, and fiber optics. They feature interchangeable pins, high safety standards, and easy wiring options.
Connection Types
Connection types include Push & Pull, Screw Ring, and Bayonet, each offering specific advantages for different applications.
Certifications
Cavotec connectors are certified under ATEX and IECEx standards for hazardous environments.
Applications
Used in industries like oil and gas, petrochemical, mining, offshore, and airports, providing reliable and safe power connections in challenging environments.
PC4 and PC5 Series Specifications
  • PC4 Series: For applications up to 1.1kV and 250A, with configurations of 4+2 or 5+2 poles, IP66 protection, and interchangeable pins.
  • PC5 Series: Supports up to 7.2kV and 420A, with Push & Pull and Screw Ring connection types, suitable for cable sizes up to 185mm².
Materials and Construction
Connectors and sockets are made from marine-grade aluminum with stainless steel hardware. Contacts and pins are silver-plated brass, and insulators are made from PPO or machined POM, with optional PTFE for high temperatures.
Optional Features
High-temperature versions, various finishes, fiber optic integration, mechanical interlocks, and custom insulator configurations are available.
Applications
Suitable for ports, steel mills, mining, tunneling, energy, and railway sectors.
Tools and Accessories
Special tools for installation and maintenance include spanner tools and socket wrenches.
PC6 Series Specifications
  • Voltage and Current Ratings: Supports up to 15kV and 500A, with pilot circuits rated at 400V.
  • Insulator Assembly: Supports up to 4 poles and cable sizes up to 240mm².
  • Protection and Temperature: IP66 rated, operational from -40°C to +80°C.
  • Materials: Marine grade aluminum, stainless steel hardware, bronze push & pull arms, and silver-plated copper contacts.
Product Features
Integrated cover operation, interchangeable pins and contacts, standard cable terminals, and optional features like plug covers and various finishes.
Applications
Suitable for RTG cranes, shore power, mining, tunneling, energy, and port operations.
Optional Features
Mechanical interlocks, additional pilot pins, external fiber optics support, and various anodizing and coating options.
Tools and Accessories
Special tools like Allen keys and socket wrenches specified for installation and maintenance.
Maintenance Programs
  • Cavotec Care: Basic maintenance support.
  • Cavotec Care Enhanced: Advanced maintenance services.
  • Cavotec Care Enhanced Plus: Comprehensive maintenance package.
  • Total Cavotec Care: Complete maintenance solution.
After-sales Service References
Includes major ports, airports, mining, tunneling, and general industry clients like ABB, Tata Steel, and Nippon Steel.
Contact Information
For specific requirements, contact Cavotec via their website.
Disclaimer
Specifications are subject to change without notice. Document issued in June 2023.
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Cavotec develops and manufactures high quality, heavy-duty industrial power connectors, power units and automatic plug-in systems for applications worldwide. Technologies that help customers improve safety, reduce environmental impact and operate more efficiently. Cavotec connectors are widely used at the ports, mines, tunnel construction sites, steel mills, train applications, and elsewhere; and are certified to ISO9001 and ISO14001. Cavotec offers extensive expertise and experience - as well as the capacity to develop systems that meet customers’ specific challenges and requirements.

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Cavotec connectors are designed for safe and frequent connection and disconnection. They incorporate ergonomic push & pull handles, bayonets, and eye-bolt or screw ring functionality. Cavotec connectors are also readily integrated with fibre optic assemblies. Cavotec connectors feature a variety of cutting edge technologies that ensure optimal performance throughout products lifetime. These features include electrical interlocking of pilot contacts, lamellar, Multi-Way Technology, and Push & Pull systems. All Cavotec connectors are IP 66 protected, and have a standard maximum operating temperature...

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Plug (Cable mounted) Socket (Gear mounted) Socket (Inlet) Connector (Cable mounted) All Cavotec’s power connectors conform to the following standards, as applicable: • NFC 63300 rules • IEC 60309/IEC 62613 - for plugs, socketoutlets and couplers for industrial purposes, low and high voltage • IEC 60529 - standards for protection against dust, water at minimum mechanical load • IEC 60079 - standard for Explosive Atmospheres • IEC 80005:1, IEC 80005:3, IEC 62613-2 AMP standards • All housing is in marine grade aluminium Al-Si7MgFe or Bronze CuSn5Pb5An5 • Harsh marine environments • Fasteners are...

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Definition of material criteria The minimum required creepage distances over an insulating material between electrically conducting parts in apparatus, especially between parts with a high voltage and parts that can be touched by human users, is dependent on the insulators’ Comparative Tracking Index, (CTI). Product features • From low voltage products from 50V up to 25kV • Up to 680A • IP 66 • Max ambient temperature of 80°C, optional configuration with maximum of 400°C • Cable size from 1,5mm² to 300mm² • All contacts using Cavotec MWT system • Large number of pin configurations for power,...

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Plug & Sockets product overview Connection type Screw Ring Screw Ring Push & Pull Push & Pull Screw Ring Model name B2 Double keying 1-11 55 options Keying position Wall bracket Wall bracket External FO 6ch Screw terminals Short bell Low interlocking (PC2-VL) Wall bracket Screw terminals ATEX & IECEx ATEX & IECEx

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Push & Pull Screw Ring Push & Pull Screw Ring Connection type Model name Keying position Internal FO 8ch Screw terminals External FO 18ch Internal FO 12ch Screw terminals Kirk Key interlock Wall bracket External FO 18ch Internal FO 8ch Screw terminals Kirk Key interlock Wall bracket 420A 1,1kV 185mm2 Internal fiber optic

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Screw Ring • Size S1 – 690V Applications: • Oil and gas • Petro-chemical • Mining • Offshore • Airports The Cavotec PC1 connector’s hard-wearing, quick disconnect features are ideal for top drives, pumps and motors, as well as low current applications such as portable lights, hand tools and signalling. Product features • Maximum voltage 690V, currents up to 30A • 5 and 8 pole insulator assembly covering cable sizes 1,5mm², 2,5mm² and 4mm² • IP66 (when mated or capped – if not, protection with covers secured with a retention wire) • Plug & socket connection through a bronze screw ring • Standard...

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Special tools • Socket wrench, NV5 440/5, machined, for multipole/PC1 (PCX-92001-0051) • Tool for pins (PCX-97003-5020) • 5mm tool for female contacts, machined for multipole, ¼”DR.5 (PCX-92003-0051) Plug/inverted plug, Screw Ring Nr of Pins Incoming cable size Plug Male pins Inverted Plug Female pins Socket/inverted socket Nr of Pins Incoming cable size Socket Female pins Inverted Socket Male pins Flange Mounted socket/inverted flange mounted socket Nr of Pins Incoming cable size Flange mounted socket Female pins Inverted Flange mounted socket Male pins

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Applications: • Oil and gas • Petro-chemical • Mining • Offshore • Airports The Cavotec PC1-Ex has been specifically designed for use in highly hazardous environments. Product features • Maximum voltage 690V, currents up to 30A • 5 pole insulator assembly covering cable sizes 1,5mm², 2,5mm² and 4mm² • Certifications/Compliances: NEMKO 13ATEX1571; IECEx NEM 14.0009 / EN 60079-0: 2012, EN 60079-1: 2007 • Ex Classification: I M2 Ex d I Mb, -20°C ≤ Tamb ≤ +60°C II 2G Ex d IIC T6 Gb, -20°C ≤ Tamb ≤ +60°C • IP66 (when mated or capped – if not, protection with covers secured with a retention wire) •...

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Special tools • Socket wrench, NV5 440/5, machined, for multipole/PC1 (PCX-92001-0051) • Tool for pins (PCX-97003-5020) • 5mm tool for female contacts, machined for multi pole, ¼”DR.5 (PCX-92003-0051) Marking plate Plug/inverted plug, Screw Ring No Pins (P&E+pil) Cross section Current limitations recommended CC A Plug Male Pins Product Code Inv. Plug: Female Female Contacts Product Code Socket/inverted socket No Pins (P&E+pil) Cross section Current limitations recommended CC A Socket Female Contacts Product Code Inv. Socket: Female Male Pins Product Code Technical drawings Overall dimensions...

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Push & Pull • Size X2 – 690V Applications: • Oil rigs • Ports • Steel mills • Mining and tunnelling • Railways The Cavotec PC2-X2 is designed for frequent connection and disconnection, and features Cavotec’s Push & Pull system. Product features • Maximum voltage 690V, currents up to 660A (800A) • Up to 7 pole insulator assembly as standard (see multipin connectors data sheet for more pole) covering cable sizes up to 300mm² • IP66 (when connected or with covers closed) • Standard ambient temperature: -40°C to +80°C or -40°F to +176°F • Socket and connector with integrated cover operated by the...

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