Eaton Crouse-Hinds APQ1038 APQ Motor Plug - NEMA 4
Part Number: APQ1038
Quick Summary
APQ1038 motor plug is a rugged connector for Arktite APQ motor circuits in industrial equipment. This design addresses field reliability challenges, offering robust performance where environmental factors can affect connections. The assembly carries a NEMA 4 enclosure rating and NEC/CEC compliance, with UL certification documented for added assurance. With a 100A rating and copper-free aluminum construction, it delivers durable service while reducing maintenance and replacement costs. Operating from 50 to 400 Hz and handling 600 Vac/250 Vdc, the APQ1038 supports efficient, safe motor connections in modern control panels and machinery.
Product Information
Extended Description
APQ1038 Eaton Crouse-Hinds: Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Arktite APQ motor plug, 100A, 0.875-1.70", Two-wire, three-pole, 50-400 Hz, Style 2, Copper-free aluminum, 600 Vac/250 Vdc
Product Name
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Arktite APQ motor plug
Catalog Number
APQ1038
Product Length/Depth
4.25 in
Product Height
4.25 in
Product Width
6.125 in
Product Weight
3.53 lb
UPC
782274053400
Area classification
Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations
Standards type
NEC/CEC
NEMA Rating
4
Amperage Rating
100A
Grounding type
Style 2
Configuration
Two-wire, three-pole
Cable diameter
0.875-1.70"
Material
Copper-free aluminum
Voltage rating
600 Vac/250 Vdc
Frequency rating
50 to 400 Hz
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Eaton Specification Sheet - APQ1038
Feature → Business Impact → Application: Amperage rating of 100A ensures safe, rated current handling, reducing overheating and wiring damage in high-demand motor circuits; applied to heavy machinery and conveyors, improving uptime. Feature → Material: Copper-free aluminum reduces weight and corrosion risk, lowering installation effort and long-term maintenance costs in outdoor or damp environments; ideal for Arktite enclosures in new builds or retrofits. Feature → Cable diameter range of 0.875-1.70 inches provides flexible compatibility with common motor leads, enabling quick mating and field replacements in tight panel spaces. Feature → Configuration two-wire, three-pole with Style 2 grounding ensures reliable bonding and straightforward wiring schemes, streamlining in-field installations for OEMs and integrators. Feature → Regulatory readiness: 600 Vac/250 Vdc and 50-400 Hz coverage align with NEC/CEC standards and NEMA 4 protection, supporting compliant installation in ordinary locations and reducing engineering time for approvals. Feature → Physical dimensions and weight (4.25 in length/depth, 4.25 in height, 6.125 in width, 3.53 lb) facilitate fit-checks during panel design and retrofits, minimizing enclosure rework and ensuring consistent clearances.
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FAQs
APQ1038 is a two-wire, three-pole motor plug rated at 100A with Style 2 grounding. It accepts cable diameters from 0.875 to 1.70 inches and supports 600 Vac/250 Vdc with a frequency range of 50 to 400 Hz. Plan for a NEMA 4 protected enclosure and ensure panel openings accommodate a 4.25 in depth and 6.125 in width for proper fit and serviceability.
Yes. The APQ1038 carries a NEMA 4 enclosure rating and is intended for Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations. This makes it appropriate for factory floors, outdoor equipment enclosures, and non-hazardous industrial settings where reliable moisture and dust protection are required.
APQ1038 aligns with NEC/CEC standards and is UL-certified, with documentation supporting its approval for non-hazardous locations. The product’s NEMA 4 rating further reinforces compliance for environmental protection in typical industrial applications.
Key specs include a 100A amperage rating, 600 Vac/250 Vdc voltage rating, 50-400 Hz frequency range, and a copper-free aluminum construction. The cable diameter range is 0.875-1.70 inches, configured as two-wire, three-pole with Style 2 grounding.
APQ1038 is designed for motor connections in Arktite enclosures within industrial automation and control panels. Use cases include motors in conveyors, pumps, fans, and other factory automation equipment where durable, compliant, and easily replaceable motor plugs improve reliability and reduce downtime.