Maximum Voltage: 600 VAC at 50-400Hz, 250V DC; Maximum.
Continuous Current: 30, 60, 100 or 150 Amperes.
ApplicAtions
• Designed to supply power to portable or xed electrical
equipment such as motor generator units, welders, pumps,
compressors and similar apparatus.
• Ideal for use on shipping docks, ports and other “ship to
shore” applications.
• Suitable for use in locations where a watertight
enclosure is required.
• Rough usage construction.
FeAtures
A. Rugged. All components have copper-free aluminum
housings.
B. Two Grounding Styles. Copper grounding straps in
Style 2 receptacles and plugs (shown) ground thru shell
and extra pole. Style 1 thru shell only.
C. Convertible. Two screws secure receptacle insulator
block; one screw secures plug insulator block. Permits
easy conversion to reverse service (30, 60, 100A).
D. Watertight. Mounting box sealed with gasket. Receptacle
and connector seals with screw cap or plug. Plug sealed
when in receptacle or connector
E. Insulator Blocks. Provide high mechanical and dielectric
strength, very low “arc tracking”.
F. Positive Ground. Grounding detent springs assure
maintained ground contact.
G. Self-Aligning. “Floating” plug and receptacle contacts
automatically align.
H. ArcingConned. Contacts made and broken in snufng
chamber. In emergency, plugs can be withdrawn under
full rated loads (30A thru 100A). Positive polarization helps
prevent mismatching plugs.
I. Positive Contacts. Brass contacts have integral springs
for positive maintained electrical contact.
J. Clamping Ring, Plug. Neoprene gasketed, 30A, 60A,
100A, 150A plugs thread onto receptacle for watertight
union.
K. Positive Cable Clamp. Plugs supplied with neoprene
bushing and a reversible cable clamp for rm, watertight
t over a wide range of cable diameters. Locking screw
prevents Gland Nut from turning.
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UL Standards 1682, 1686 (all) and 1010/1203 (plugs only);
CSA Specication C22.2 No. 182.1
Enclosure Type 3, 4, 4X
FIGURE 1
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D
B
C
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Style 2 Powertite Plugs, Receptacles and Cable
Connectors are equipped (since mid-1990) with contacts
designed to provide a safety polarization means called
“Controlled Length” contacts, as indicated on product
nameplate. This feature will not allow the plug grounding
contact (Style 2) to touch an energized receptacle “line”
contact in the event the plug becomes damaged and/or
loses its primary polarization means and/or is rotated into
the incorrect position.
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Except as expressly provided by Appleton Electric
(Appleton) in writing, Appleton products are intended for
ultimate purchase by industrial users and for operation
by persons trained and experienced in the use and
maintenance of this equipment and not for consumers or
consumer use. Appleton warranties do not extend to and
no reseller is authorized to extend Appleton’s warranties to
any consumer.
CAUTION
To prevent ignition of hazardous atmospheres do not use in
Class 1, Group F locations that contain electrically conductive dusts.
CAUTION
ACP series plugs may be mated with Powertite Series
Receptacles in ordinary locations and with the DBR,
MD2SR, JBR, EBR and EBRH Series Receptacles for
use in hazardous (classied) locations as dened in the
National Electrical Code and the Canadian Electric Code.
Portable utilization equipment connected to the ACP Series
plug must be approved for use in the intended location.
Equipment NOT approved for use in hazardous locations
as dened by the N.E.C. and C.E.C., connected to an ACP
plug must be used in non-hazardous locations. If used in a
hazardous area, the equipment must be approved for that
location, or the area must be purged of the hazard and
declared non-hazardous.
WARNING
Use cable with diameters within the specied range given in
TABLE B for any given grommet size and clamp orientation.
Failure to do so may result in over stressed wire terminations
which could cause the conductors to pull out of the contacts
and cause serious/fatal injuries due to electrocution or re.
WARNING
Do not modify these devices in any way.
Replace any missing or broken parts with proper replacements parts from Appleton Electric. Modication of these
devices or substitution of parts with non-standard parts may
result in serious/fatal personal injury from electrocution.
Plug is watertight when inserted in proper receptacle or
cable connector and the clamping ring is fully tightened.
If any parts of the plug, receptacle or cable connector
appear to be missing, broken or show signs of damage;
DISCONTINUE USE IMMEDIATELY!
This condition could cause serious/fatal personal injury
due to electrocution and/or equipment damage. Repair with
proper replacement part(s) before continuing service.
WARNING
Electrical power must be turned “OFF” before and during
installation and maintenance. Failure to do so may result
in serious/fatal injuries due to electrocution.
HOUSING
GROUND STRAP
12
(Style 2 only)
INSULATOR BLOCK
9
ASSEMBLY
11
FEMALE
CONTACT
4
CABLE CLAMP
5
3
SET SCREW
GLAND NUT
SEALING WASHER
1
1. Disassemble plug as shown in Figure 2 by removing
sleeve locking screw 1 and loosen set screw 3 (for
applicable models only), and unscrewing gland nut
4. It is not necessary to remove female contacts 11
from insulator block 9. In case of STYLE 2 insulator
block, make sure grounding contact with strap is in the
proper location. See Figure 4.
2. Strip the cable jacket and individual conductors per
Table “A”.
3. Select proper grommet 6 and cable clamp 5 orientation
per Table “B”.
Reversible cable
cl amps (j ust
remove screws, ip
over and replace
1st POSITION 2nd POSITION 3rd POSITION
GROUND STRAP
SLEEVE LOCKING
SCREW
13
SCREW (Style 2 Only)
2
SLEEVE
screws) permit wide cable range. Convenient in instal-
lations having different cable sizes. See Figure 8.
4. Slide gland nut 4, steel ring 7, proper grommet 6 and
housing 8 in that order back over cable.
5. Connect wires to proper terminals in insulator block
by loosening (but not removing) terminal pressure
screws on contacts. Then insert conductors including
all strands into contact terminals according to your
established wiring scheme. Tighten terminal pressure
screws to a torque value per Table C. (Conductors
must bottom in contact terminal well and insulation must extend below surface of insulator block.)
See Figure 3.
6. Position insulator block assembly 9 in sleeve 2. For
STYLE 2, attach ground strap 12 to sleeve 2 with
ground strap screw and torque in 25 in. lb. min. / 30
in. lb max. Screw the combination of sleeve and contact block assembly into housing 8 until the threaded
hole in sleeve 2 is aligned with the hole in housing
8. Thread in sleeve locking screw 1 including sealing
washer and torque to 30 in. lb. min. / 35 in. lb. max.
7. Slide grommet 6 and steel ring 7 up and as close to
housing as possible. Force cable into wiring cham-
ber to induce a minimum of 1/8 in. slack in the wire
between clamp and terminal. Screw gland nut 4 onto
housing 8 and torque per Table “C”. Finally torque the
set screw 3 (for applicable model only) in place at 10
in. lb. min. / 15 in. lb. max.
8. Refer to Table “B” and Figure 8 for correct cable clamp
orientation. Tighten cable clamp screws to 30 in. lb.
min. / 35 in. lb. max. Screws were lubricated at the
factory but if needed, relubricate with a good grade of
grease.
WARNING
A wire scheme must be followed so that the same
color wire is always put into the same numbered contact opening in all plugs, connectors and receptacles in
the system. This will help insure correct polarity for
the system and helps to eliminate possibilities for
equipment damage and/or personal injuries due to
electrocution or re.
Do not connect to power until conducting the following
electrical tests.
• Test continuity of wiring to verify correct phasing and
grounding connections.
• Measure insulation resistance to be sure system does
not have any short circuits or unwanted grounds.
FIGURE 4
In STYLE 2, unmarked terminal cavities are for grounding contacts.
4 POLE
Front View
NOTE:
3 POLE
REAR VIEW OF
INSULATOR BLOCKS
Back View
1 Mounting
Bolts (4)
2 Gasket5 Set
Screws
Cover
Automatically
Closes
NOTE: Spring cover in open position for illustration only.
4 Spring
Cover
Spring Cover and Screw Cover receptacles are threaded to
accept the clamping ring of the ACP plug. The ring threads onto
the receptacle to form a watertight assembly with plug in use
and also to prevent plug fallout. When the plug is withdrawn,
the gasketed Spring Cover automatically closes tightly against
receptacle opening providing weather-proof protection.
Receptacle
Insulator Block
6 Receptacle
Less Cover
Polarization Rib
3. Mount receptacle to previously installed back box using
mounting bolts 1 supplied with receptacle and torque to 30
in. lb. min. / 40 in. lb. max. Mounting screws provide electrical continuity between receptacle housing 6 and back
box. Make sure gasket 2 is positioned correctly to make a
watertight seal.
Mounting
Holes (4)
Grounding Strap
(Style 2 only)
7 Insulator Block
Assembly
8 Insulator Retaining
Screw (2) & Washer
4. The spring cover can be positioned to open in any direc-
1. Follow instruction given in paragraphs 2 and 5 for “ACP”
plugs.
2. Insert insulator block assembly 7 into receptacle housing
tion by loosening the set screws 5, repositioning the spring
cover 4, and retightening the set screws 5. Torque set
screws 5 to 7 in. lb. min. / 12 in. lb. max.
6 and install two retaining screws with washers 8. Torque
3. Screw the combination of sleeve 2and
insulator block assembly 9 into the housing 8 until the
“O”-ring 10 seats against the sleeve 2 and housing
8. At this point continue to screw the two components
together until the hole in the housing is aligned with the
threaded hole of the sleeve 2. Replace sleeve locking
screw 1 and torque to 30 in. lb. min. / 35 in. lb. max.
4. Follow instruction given in paragraphs 7 and 8 for “ACP”
plugs.
Grounding Conductor
(Green or Bare)
B
A
* For 150 AMP Rating:
Size AWG
#2115 AMP130 AMP
#1130 AMP150 AMP
Plug and cord connectors are rated for use with
Type SO or equivalent portable cord with copper
conductors ONLY.
Care must be taken not to cut into the individual conductor insula-
CAUTION
tion when removing the outer cable jacket and to not damage the
conductors when removing individual wire insulation. Failure to do
so will seriously degrade the electrical properties of the cable and
may produce overheating/electrical hazard due to electrocution.
TABLE B
Dimensionsin inches
Grommet Selection and Cable Clamp Orientation Guide (gure8)
AMP SIZE &
CAT. NO.
ACP30xxBC
ARC30xxBC
ACP60xxBC
ARC60xxBC
ACP10xxCD
ARC10xxCD
ACP15034CD
150 AMP
ACP15034DE
*Clamps B & C were replaced by clamp BC; also C & D replaced by CD. Some products with a B or C
catalog number sufx were shipped with a BC clamp installed. Same for C or D but with a CD clamp.
CABLE DIA.
RANGE (In.)
GROMMET
I.D. (in.)
REVERSIBLE
CLAMP POSITION
30 AMP
.390-.625.6251
.625-.812.8121
.812-1.1251.1251
60 AMP
.625-.812.8121
.812-1.1251.1251
1.125-1.3751.3752*
100 & 150 (CD) AMP
.875-1.0621.0621
1.062-1.2811.2811
1.281-1.5621.5622
1.562-1.9061.9062
1.25-1.281.281
1.28-1.561.561
1.56-1.911.913
1.91-2.192.192
Use cable with diameters within the specied range given in TABLE
WARNING
“B” for any given grommet size and clamp orientation. Failure to do
so may result in over stressed wire terminations which could cause
the conductors to pull out of the contacts and cause serious/fatal
injuries due to electrocution.
Figure 8
To reverse cable clamp, just remove screws, ip over and replace screws. Permits a
wider cable range. Convenient in installations having different cable sizes.
1st POSITION2nd POSITION3rd POSITION
ACP plugs are supplied with four bushings to accommodate a wide variety of
cable diameters.
ACP Plugs can be used with ACR and ADR
series receptacles and ARC cord connectors. ACP Plugs can also be used with the
following receptacles in hazardous locations.
Electrical and mechanical inspection of all components must be performed regularly. It is recommended that
inspection be performed a minimum of once a year.
WARNING
If any parts of the plug, receptacle or cable connector
appear to be missing, broken or show signs of damage;
DISCONTINUE USE IMMEDIATELY!
This condition could cause serious/fatal personal injury
due to electrocution and/or equipment damage. Repair with
proper replacement part(s) before continuing service.
5. Inspect gland nut and cable grip tightness to ensure
proper cord/cable gripping.
6. Torque all screws as described in instructions
before re-using device.
7. Inspect housing parts and replace those which are
broken or excessively worn.
8. Check contacts for signs of excessive arcing or
burning and replace if necessary.
1. Inspect all contact wire terminals for tightness.
(Retorque). Discoloration due to excessive heat is
an indicator of possible problems and should be
thoroughly investigated and repaired as necessary.
2. Check grounding and bonding for correct installa-
In addition to these required maintenance procedures,
we recommend an Electrical Preventive Maintenance
program as described in the National Fire Protection
Association Bulletin NFPA No. 70B.
tion and secure connection. (Re-torque)
3. Check gaskets for deterioration and replace if necessary.
4. Clean exterior surfaces making sure nameplates
remain legible.
ELECTRICAL RATING
Maximum Voltages: 600 VAC @ 50-400Hz, 250V
DC; Maximum continuous current: 30, 60, 100 or 150
Amperes.
Retain this Instruction Sheet for Future Reference
PLUG - Equipment grounding conductor is wired directly to a solderless
lug which is connected to the plug
housing with pressure connector. All
contacts are “current carrying”.
RECEPTACLE - Two detent spring
clips engage the grounded plug
housing on plug insertion - grounded plug shell makes contact with
receptacle ground spring before
line and load poles are engaged.
Grounding path is maintained until
after current-carrying contacts disengage. All contacts are “current
carrying”.
Factory
Equipment ground
connected to extra
pole and plug shell
installed
jumper
Grounded
thru conduit
system and
extra pole
PLUG - Equipment grounding conductor is not only connected to the
solderless lug in the plug housing,
but also to an extra grounding pole.
Grounding pole has copper alloy
grounding jumper strap that connects to plug housing.
RECEPTACLE - Two detent spring
clips engage the grounded plug
housing on plug insertion. Jumper
from extra grounding pole is electrically connected to a screw on
receptacle housing. Longer grounding pole “makes rst and breaks
last”.