Eaton Crouse-Hinds AFU1549 AFU housing - With switch
Part Number: AFU1549
Manufacturer
Eaton Crouse-Hinds
Part number
AFU1549
Quick Summary
AFU1549 housing assembly provides reliable mine signal switching in harsh industrial environments. In rugged facilities, maintenance and quick service can bottleneck operations and extend downtime. It is rated for Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations, supporting safe, compliant installations in typical mine and plant settings. With switch capability, the housing simplifies wiring, enables faster upgrades, and helps ensure consistent signaling performance in confined spaces, making it a practical choice for AFU154 series implementations and broader industrial protection and control strategies.
Product Information
Extended Description
AFU1549 Eaton Crouse-Hinds: Eaton Crouse-Hinds series AFU housing assembly, With switch, Used with AFU154 series mine signal switches
Product Name
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series AFU housing assembly
Catalog Number
AFU1549
Product Weight
1 lb
UPC
662276507746
Area classification
Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations
Special features
With switch
Type
Used with AFU154 series mine signal switches
Feature → Business Impact → Application: The AFU1549 housing assembly includes a switch, enabling direct signal control within the enclosure. This reduces wiring complexity and minimizes the risk of signal misconnection, delivering reliable mine signaling in harsh environments and lowering maintenance time for field technicians in mining and processing plants. Application: Ideal for AFU154 series mine signal switches where rapid, dependable signaling is critical for safety and uptime. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Compact, 1 lb housing design supports easy handling and installation in tight electrical rooms or equipment bays. This lightweight form factor lowers labor costs during installation and allows quick replacement without heavy lifting, benefiting installers and maintenance teams in industrial facilities. Application: Suitable for confined-space installations in mining operations and surface plants. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Location area classification provides a clear compliance baseline for standard industrial environments, reducing design uncertainty and accelerating procurement. Application: Used wherever non-hazardous signaling enclosures are required to meet routine safety and protection standards. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Documentation and data package, including catalog pages and datasheets, streamlines procurement and commissioning. Application: Helps buyers, engineers, and technicians validate compatibility and ensure correct component selection in AFU154 series projects. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Broad compatibility with AFU154 series mine signal switches ensures plug-and-play integration, minimizing field wiring changes and enabling faster deployment across multiple control panels. Application: Ideal for upgrade projects and new installations where AFU154 switches are the signaling solution in mining and processing facilities.
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FAQs
The AFU1549 housing is designed for use with AFU154 series mine signal switches and is rated for Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations. It integrates with standard enclosure systems in mining, processing, and industrial facilities, enabling plug-and-play signaling without extensive rewiring. For best results, ensure the switch type matches the AFU154 series specifications and install in non-hazardous zones as labeled on the enclosure.
Key specifications include a catalog number AFU1549, product weight of 1 lb, and a UPC of 662276507746. The unit features a switch as part of the housing assembly and is intended for use with AFU154 mine signal switches. These details support straightforward procurement, accurate BOM entries, and consistent field performance in non-hazardous environments.
AFU1549 is specified for Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations. It should not be deployed in classified hazardous locations unless a version rated for those conditions is provided. When signaling in hazardous areas, consult the appropriate AFU family variant or enclosure that meets the applicable safety standards and certifications for that environment.
The switch-equipped AFU1549 housing simplifies wiring and reduces field labor during installation and maintenance. Its compact 1 lb form factor minimizes handling time, while compatibility with AFU154 series switches accelerates commissioning. Over the equipment lifecycle, these factors contribute to less downtime, faster changeovers, and a lower total cost of ownership in mining and industrial control applications.
Technical specifications and catalog references are available via Eaton’s AFU Mine Signal Switches catalog page and the Eaton specification sheet for AFU1549. These documents provide detailed product data, wiring diagrams, installation instructions, and part compatibility to support accurate selection, procurement, and compliant implementation in AFU154 series projects.