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General catalogue

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Introduction
The document is a catalogue for industrial plugs and socket-outlets by MARECHAL ELECTRIC Group, focusing on the DECONTACTOR™ range and related products. The group specializes in low voltage electrical connection systems for both non-ATEX and ATEX environments.
DECONTACTOR™ Range
The DECONTACTOR™ combines a switch and an industrial socket-outlet, offering switching capabilities up to AC22/23 or AC2/3. It features GRP or metal casing with automatic IP55/66/67/69 protection, full load breaking up to 250 A and Umax 1000 V, and options for padlocking, self-ejection, and auxiliary contact.
Multicontact Connectors
This range includes connectors with 7 to 37 pins, featuring solid silver-nickel contacts for superior conductivity and up to 2000 mating cycles. They are available in GRP or metal casing with automatic IP55/66/67 protection.
Industrial Socket-Outlets
The range covers 16 A to 600 A at 1000 V, with a temperature range of -40°C to 240°C. They are reliable and compact, available in GRP or metal casing, with options for padlocking and up to 6 auxiliaries plus 2 pilots.
Single Pole Power Connectors
These connectors range from 75 A to 700 A at 1000 V, offering high reliability and resistance to strong starting currents, with options for padlocking and auxiliary contact.
Customized Solutions
Customized solutions include distribution, services, and portable boxes with or without MCB, equipped with MARECHAL® connectors or DECONTACTOR™. Various casing types are available, including GRP, metal, stainless steel, and rubber.
ATEX/IECEx Products
Products available under ATEX/IECEx for Zone 1, 2, 21, 22 include DECONTACTOR™ ranges, multicontact connectors, compact connectors, single pole power connectors, and customized solutions. These products are designed for hazardous environments and comply with international standards.
Technological Features
The DECONTACTOR™ and connectors feature butt contacts with silver-nickel tips for exceptional connection quality, crimped braids for superior contact performance, elastic lock terminals for constant wire connection, and safety shutters to prevent access to live contacts.
Standards and Directives
MARECHAL® products comply with European, international (IEC), and North American (UL, CSA) standards and regulations. The company actively participates in standardization work and holds numerous patents worldwide.
Market and Applications
MARECHAL® and TECHNOR® products are used in various industries requiring safety, reliability, and endurance, such as agri-food, water treatment, chemicals, heavy industry, construction, energy, transport, entertainment, emergency services, mining, and more.
Specifications and Directives
The document outlines applicable directives for power sockets in different environments. For explosive atmospheres, the ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU applies, while the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) 2014/35/EU is relevant for industrial uses.
Compliance and Standards
MARECHAL® appliances comply with the LVD and are manufactured under an ISO 9001 quality control system. The CE marking guarantees safety compliance, but this is invalidated if non-MARECHAL® parts are used.
International and American Standards
MARECHAL® devices meet various international standards, including IEC/EN 60309-1 and IEC/EN 60309-4 for industrial power outlets, and IEC/EN 60947-3 for low voltage appliances.
Product Line and Features
The document details the DECONTACTOR™ product range, which includes compact and watertight models, high-temperature models, and those suitable for heavy industry.
Technical Features and Options
The document provides detailed technical specifications for different DECONTACTOR™ models, including rated current, maximum voltage, and load-break capabilities.
Recommendations
GRP devices are not compatible with metal devices. Optional spacers are recommended for easier wiring.
Key Features
High shock resistance, multiple keying positions for secure connections, and self-closing lids available for certain models.
Critical Information
Ensure compatibility of devices and accessories based on material and protection requirements.
Operating Instructions
Detailed instructions for operating MARECHAL technology plugs and sockets, including achieving IP67 protection and reconnecting procedures.
Specifications
Specifications for various motor switches with different power ratings and load-break capabilities.
Main Features
Each motor switch model has specific features, including rated current, ambient temperature range, and pre-wired auxiliary contacts.
Options and Accessories
Various options and accessories, including safety hasps, inlet caps, and different types of handles and sleeves.
Multi-Contact Connectors
Multi-contact connectors available in GRP or metal, with up to 37 contacts and various current and voltage ratings.
Assembly and Disassembly
Instructions for assembling and disassembling contacts, emphasizing the use of specific tools for crimping and removal.
Technical Advantages
Economic and technical benefits of crimping, such as high resistance to vibrations and the ability to handle more than 5000 operations.
Specifications and Options
Various options for socket-outlets and plugs, focusing on features like self-returning lids, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), increased watertightness, and auxiliary contacts.
Draw Mechanism
A draw-lever mechanism is available for certain DN series sizes to facilitate plug insertion.
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
EMC tests are conducted according to IEC 62153-4-5: 2016, ensuring devices function properly in electromagnetic environments without causing interference.
Increased Watertightness
To enhance the IP rating to IP66/IP67, a seal is added to the plug, and the socket-outlet lid is fitted with a higher-IP sealing gasket.
Phase-Sequence Indicator
This accessory tests the phase sequence and rotation direction of AC motors.
Visual Status Indicators
Devices can be equipped with LEDs to indicate voltage presence.
Industrial/Domestic Adapter
An adapter allows connection of domestic plugs to industrial socket-outlets.
Electrical Interlocking
This concept involves using socket-outlets and plugs with pilot contacts for remote control of a contactor.
Auxiliary Contacts
Auxiliary contacts are used for remote control or signal transmission.
Mechanical Self-Ejecting Systems
These systems automatically eject plugs or sockets under certain conditions.
Regulations
The document references European Directives 2014/34/EU and 1999/92/EC, which outline safety requirements for equipment in explosive atmospheres.
Gas and Vapour Classification
Gases are classified into groups by IEC/EN, CEC, and NEC standards.
Dust Classification
Dusts are classified by IEC/EN standards into three groups based on size and resistivity.
Temperature Classes
Equipment must not be used in atmospheres that can ignite at the temperature indicated by the temperature class marking.
Explosion Marking Explanation
Markings include manufacturer identification, conformity to standards, product type, temperature class, and special conditions for safe use.
Regulations and Protection Types
Various protection types are used for equipment in explosive atmospheres.
Installation Recommendations
Electrical installations must comply with national rules and EN/IEC standards.
Cross References
The document provides a comprehensive list of old and new reference numbers for various equipment and accessories.
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GENERA GENERAL CATALOGUE INDUSTR INDUSTRIAL P N RIAL PLUGS & SOCKET-OUTLETS DECONTACTOR™ & BOXES DECONTA ACTOR

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MARECHAL ELECTRIC GROUP INTRODUCTION

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MARECHAL ELECTRIC GROUP Founded in 1952, the MARECHAL ELECTRIC group counts among the major players in Low Voltage LT electrical connection systems in industrial environments with or without the presence of an EX explosive atmosphere. With a consolidated turnover of nearly €100 million, its operational and/or sales subsidiaries in Europe, America, Asia, the Middle East, Africa and Australia, offer the best products and local services to the most demanding customers. A workforce of nearly 500 worldwide includes R&D, manufacturing and commercial development skills. The product range is intended...

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MARECHAL and TECHNOR products are ideal for the most demanding users, installers, integrators (EPC, OEM, etc.). Where safety, reliability and endurance are required. Each year, our teams provide advice, technical follow-up and design of custom solutions as part of projects or sites in more than 100 countries. Since its inception, MARECHAL ELECTRIC Group's R&D has filed nearly 100 patent in more than 50 countries. It has a laboratory approved by LCIE (Central Laboratory of Electrical Industries in France) Bureau Veritas for pre-testing and qualification of products. 5% of turnover is invested...

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TECHNOLOGY DECONTACTOR™, A ONE OF A KIND DESIGN IN THE WORLD The DECONTACTOR™ is a connector which combines • the advantages of a power socket, • and the performance of a switch. With more than 65 years of research and innovations behind it, the DECONCTACTOR™ range offers a level of reliability and safety never yet equalled in the world. It allows you to connect and disconnect devices thousands of times in the most severe environments in perfect safety for the user! BUTT CONTACT ON A SILVER-NICKEL TIP The MARECHAL® DECONTACTOR™ and connectors are all fitted with butt contacts with silver-nickel...

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ECONOMY OF INSTALLATION: DUAL-VOLTAGE With a single base (e.g.: 3 PNE - 230/400 V) it is possible to feed 3 plugs indifferently: • a 3 PNE - 400 V plug, • a 3 PE – 400 V plug, • a PNE - 230 V. This compatibility provides real savings on the installation of these sockets for the user. Industrial-domestic adapter with 1P+N+E / 230 V - 10/16 A domestic socket ADVANTAGES These technical choices provide MARECHAL® connectors and DECONTACTOR™ with unparalleled performance: • Absolute safety after thousands of connections/disconnections, • The ability to withstand repeated overloads, particularly on...

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TECHNOLOGY A CONCENTRATE OF FEATURES TO ENSURE YOUR SAFETY The quality of the material, the design, the assembly and the inspection of each component are at the core of our know-how and the MARECHAL® technology. They each provide a precise function that optimizes the performance, safety and sustainability of our sockets and your installations. Gasket colour confirms voltage rating: as per standards Load break release button: The plug ejects when acting on the latch Arc chamber Safety shutter prevents unwanted access to contacts: user safety (IP4X/IPXXD) Silver-nickel contacts: excellent electrical...

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COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE, FOR A 63 A PRODUCT (SCALE PROPORTION PRESERVED) Industrial socket with external switch DECONTACTOR™ = socket outlet + integrated switch On Load switch compulsory from 32 A or 1000 W Advantage for the DECONTACTOR™: • Ease of installation: no additional pilot wire or switch upstream. • No compulsory switch required, even beyond 32 A. • More compact. • Cable extension possibility. Comparative heating curve Intensity Time Period Heating curve of a 60309-2 socket at a constant 63 A current. Heating curve of a DECONTACTOR™ at a constant 63 A current. Successive heating curves...

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TECHNOLOGY 24 POSSIBILITIES FOR VOLTAGE/FREQUENCY INTERLOCKING The interlock device is associated with coding positions on the electrical connectors. It enables 24 different positions that are distinguished by volt-age/frequency. This is achieved by machining the relevant 'notch' on the coding ring. The colours in the rows of the table below correspond to the international voltage standard. These are the colours of the rings and labels on the bases and connectors.

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APPLICABLE STANDARDS AND DIRECTIVES EUROPEAN DIRECTIVES INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS The European texts aim to align the laws of the Member States to facilitate the movement of products while ensuring the protection of persons and property. All products put on the market must be consistent with the guidelines applicable to them and carry the CE mark. For the power sockets designed to be used in potentially explosive atmospheres, the applicable Directive is the ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU. For power sockets for industrial uses, the Directive applicable is the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) N°2014/35/EU....

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SIMPLIFIED DIGIT CODING OF COMMERCIAL PART NUMBERS 7 DIGITS FOR BASIC PRODUCTS + 3 DIGITS FOR SPECIALS PRODUCTS Main option combination suffixes page 232. PRODUCT LINE 0 = PN - PNC 1 = DN 2 = DX - DXN - DXA 3 = DS 4 = PF - SP - CS- SPeX 5 = ACCESSORIES 6 = DSN 8 = DB 9 = BOXES 1 = BLUE POLY 5 = BLACK POLY 9 = METAL 3 = BLUE POLY 7 = METAL 6 = BLACK METAL

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FORM VOLTAGE PHASING MALE 1 = Plug (with handle) 6 = Wall mounting appliance inlet (with box) 8 = Appliance inlet (male) semi-recessed 9 = Inclined appliance inlet (with sleeve) FEMELLE 0 = Wall mounting socket (with box) 3 = Coupler socket (with handle) 7 = Inclined socket (with sleeve) 4 = Socket-outlet (female) semi-recessed Other voltages and frequencies are available on request, see table page 10. Direct current (DC) 8 = 2P+E Double breaking point

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SWITCH WITH SOCKET-OUTLET This extensive and comprehensive product range covers all industrial applications. With sizes up i to 400 A, it offers a wide range of mounting and installation options. FIND ALL INFORMATION ON OUR WEBSITE:

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*Prices are pre-tax. They exclude delivery charges and customs duties and do not include additional charges for installation or activation options. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates.