Eaton Crouse-Hinds AFU0333 60 Conveyor Belt Switch - IP66

Part Number: AFU0333 60
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Manufacturer
Eaton Crouse-Hinds
Part number
AFU0333 60
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Quick Summary

AFU0333 60 conveyor belt switch is a rugged protection device designed to monitor and stop conveyors in hazardous locations. In everyday operations, unreliable or improper protection leads to unplanned downtime and safety risks, especially in explosive environments. This switch carries Hazardous/Classified Locations approvals, NEC/CEC compliance, and IP66 ingress protection, providing robust safety and regulatory alignment. With three wiring hubs and a 1" trade size, installation is flexible in tight plant spaces while supporting safe, compliant belt control. The combination of performance, protection, and ease of install translates to higher uptime, lower maintenance costs, and measurable risk reduction for industrial facilities handling demanding materials.

Product Information

Extended Description

AFU0333 60 Eaton Crouse-Hinds: Eaton Crouse-Hinds series AFU conveyor belt control switch, 15A, Two normally open/two normally closed, Feraloy iron, 50 lb total oper force, Single end left, 25 lb without switch, (3) 1" hubs
Product Name
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series AFU conveyor belt control switch
Catalog Number
AFU0333 60
Product Length/Depth
12.92 in
Product Height
5.68 in
Product Width
9.5 in
Product Weight
21.85 lb
UPC
782274047102
Area classification
Hazardous/Classified Locations
Standards type
NEC/CEC
NEC hazardous rating
Class II, Division 1 Class II, Division 2 Class III
NEMA Rating
3 4 9
Ingress protection (IP) ratings
IP66
Type
Single end left
Weight without switch
25 lb
Total operating force required
50 lb
Contact arrangement
Two normally open, two normally closed
Amperage Rating
15A
Voltage rating
600 Vac
Number of hubs
3
Material
Feraloy iron alloy
Trade size
1"
AFU and AFUX Series Explosionproof Conveyor Belt Control Switches catalog page AFU and AFUX Explosionproof Conveyor Belt Control Switches UL certification AFU and AFUX Explosionproof Conveyor Belt Control Switches UL certification IF 548 - AFU-K5 Safety Switch Kit IF 548 - AFU-K5 Safety Switch Kit IF 548 - AFU-K5 Safety Switch Kit Eaton Specification Sheet - AFU0333 60
Feature → Business Impact → Application: The AFU0333 60 uses a feraloy iron alloy housing to deliver a durable explosionproof enclosure that withstands harsh industrial environments, reducing the risk of enclosure damage and arc events in hazardous locations. This directly improves safety compliance and minimizes unscheduled downtime on belt lines in mining, chemical processing, or cement plants. Feature → Business Impact → Application: With a 15A, 600 Vac rating and a contact arrangement of two normally open and two normally closed contacts, it supports versatile control logic and interlocking schemes, enabling safe motor shutdown and fail-safe sequences across conveyor systems. This translates to reliable interlocks and faster commissioning in automated material handling environments. Feature → Business Impact → Application: IP66 ingress protection and Hazardous/Classified Locations approval (Class II, Division 1 & 2; Class III) provide weather- and dust-tight protection, reducing maintenance frequency and inspection costs for outdoor or harsh indoor installations. This is essential for outdoor conveyors or plants with heavy dust, moisture, or chemicals. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Three 1" hubs and a 3-hub wiring strategy allow flexible wiring runs and simplified installation in compact switchgear footprints, minimizing labor time during panel assembly and upgrades in mining and aggregate operations. Feature → Business Impact → Application: The 50 lb total operating force and 25 lb weight without the switch provide predictable actuator behavior and easy replacement, supporting maintenance teams to perform quick hand-off testing and routine checks without specialized tools, increasing asset availability on high-throughput lines. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Documentation availability, including UL certifications and installation sheets, reduces qualification time for safety audits and customer inspections, helping procurement teams meet regulatory milestones while keeping project schedules on track.

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FAQs

Yes. AFU0333 60 is rated for Hazardous/Classified Locations with NEC/CEC compliance and supports Class II Division 1 and Class II Division 2, as well as Class III, making it appropriate for conveyors operating in explosive atmospheres.
The switch features three 1" hubs, allowing flexible wiring runs for multiple control circuits. The left-end mounting option supports straightforward installation in compact panels or on enclosures, reducing wiring complexity during belt-line retrofits.
The unit provides a 15A amperage rating at 600 Vac and uses two normally open plus two normally closed contacts, enabling versatile control logic, interlocking, and fail-safe operating schemes for conveyor systems.
A complete set of resources is available, including the AFU and AFUX series catalog page, UL certifications, installation sheets (IF 548 and related documents), and the Eaton specification sheet for AFU0333 60 to guide sizing, wiring, and compliance checks.
With an explosionproof design, IP66 protection, and robust mechanical requirements, it reduces maintenance frequency and failure risk in harsh environments. The combination of reliable operation, regulatory compliance, and installation flexibility lowers total cost of ownership for hazardous-location conveyor systems.