Eaton Crouse-Hinds AREA6424 Receptacle Assembly - NEMA 4
Part Number: AREA6424
Quick Summary
AREA6424 receptacle assembly provides rugged, reliable power distribution for Arktite enclosures in industrial settings. Maintenance teams often contend with weather sealing, corrosion, and difficult field servicing in harsh locations. This design meets NEC/CEC standards and carries a NEMA 4 rating for ordinary/non-hazardous locations, supporting safer, compliant installations. It is built for 60A service at 600 Vac/250 Vdc with a 50–400 Hz range, making it suitable for varied controls and motors. Copper-free aluminum and a spring door reduce maintenance needs and weight, while a three-wire, four-pole configuration ensures robust grounding. The compact 1-1/4" trade size fits compact control panels, delivering reliable distribution without overdesign. In short, AREA6424 delivers traceable performance, faster install times, and lower lifecycle costs for industrial facilities.
Product Information
Extended Description
AREA6424 Eaton Crouse-Hinds: Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Arktite AREA receptacle assembly, 60A, Three-wire, four-pole, 50-400 Hz, Style 2, Copper-free aluminum, Spring door, 1-1/4", 600 Vac/250 Vdc
Product Name
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Arktite AREA receptacle assembly
Catalog Number
AREA6424
Product Length/Depth
8.88 in
Product Height
9.44 in
Product Width
5.88 in
Product Weight
7.1 lb
UPC
782274040844
Area classification
Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations
Standards type
NEC/CEC
NEMA Rating
4
Amperage Rating
60A
Voltage rating
600 Vac/250 Vdc
Frequency rating
50 to 400 Hz
Grounding type
Style 2
Configuration
Three-wire, four-pole
Trade size
1-1/4"
Receptacle style
Spring door
Material
Copper-free aluminum
Eaton Crouse-Hinds AREA6424 3D drawing
Arktite 60A Metallic Plugs, Receptacles and Connectors catalog page
IF 352 - Model M72 Arktite Plugs and Receptacles
Eaton Specification Sheet - AREA6424
Feature: 60A amperage rating with 600 Vac/250 Vdc capability. Business Impact: Supports heavy machinery and varied control circuits with a single, robust interface, reducing the need for multiple adapters and cutting wiring complexity. Application: Power distribution in industrial panels and machine enclosures where reliable high-current connections are critical. Feature: Copper-free aluminum construction. Business Impact: Lightweight, corrosion-resistant enclosure interfaces lower maintenance costs and extend service life in damp or outdoor environments. Application: Outdoor or wash-down areas where metal oxidation can degrade performance. Feature: Style 2 grounding and three-wire four-pole configuration. Business Impact: Ensures dependable grounding and compliant fault paths, improving safety and ease of inspection. Application: Control panels requiring durable earth bonding in harsh facilities. Feature: Spring door receptacle style. Business Impact: Simplifies field servicing and seal integrity, reducing downtime during maintenance. Application: Harsh environments where quick access and durable seals matter. Feature: NEMA 4 rating with ordinary/non-hazardous location classification. Business Impact: Regulatory compliance with NEC/CEC and risk mitigation for non-hazardous sites, avoiding over-specification. Application: Facilities needing weatherproof performance without hazardous location designations. Feature: 1-1/4" trade size and compact dimensions (8.88 in L × 9.44 in H × 5.88 in W). Business Impact: Fits into compact panels, enabling modular, scalable assemblies and faster panel layouts. Application: Modern control housings where space is at a premium. Feature: Weight of 7.1 lb. Business Impact: Easier handling and reduced installation labor, especially during retrofit projects. Application: Installations prioritizing field efficiency and ergonomic handling. This combination of material, seal, grounding, and form factor supports faster installation, lower maintenance, and durable operation in typical industrial applications such as conveyors, motors, and automated lines.
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FAQs
AREA6424 is designed for straightforward mounting inside Arktite enclosures. Ensure the enclosure is clean and dry, align the three-wire four-pole receptacle with the panel cutout, and secure using the standard mounting hardware. Verify 60A conductors are sized per NEC guidelines, and connect grounding as Style 2. Confirm the spring door seals properly to maintain the NEMA 4 enclosure integrity. Following these steps minimizes leakage paths and maximizes long-term reliability.
AREA6424 supports 60A with a voltage rating of 600 Vac and 250 Vdc, suitable for 50 to 400 Hz operation. It uses a three-wire, four-pole configuration with Style 2 grounding. The copper-free aluminum construction ensures corrosion resistance and weight reduction, making it compatible with standard industrial controls and motors without compromising safety or performance in ordinary locations.
AREA6424 carries a NEMA 4 rating and is specified for Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations. This makes it well-suited for weather-protected outdoor or damp indoor environments where dust and water exposure are possible, as long as the location remains non-hazardous and within NEC/CEC compliance requirements. It is not intended for hazardous locations.
AREA6424 complies with NEC/CEC standards and is rated NEMA 4, aligning with industry practices for non-hazardous environments. Its ordinary location classification supports safe, code-compliant operation in typical industrial settings. Also, the copper-free aluminum frame contributes to durability and corrosion resistance in challenging environments.
AREA6424 offers a favorable ROI by reducing maintenance with a spring door, corrosion-resistant copper-free aluminum, and a lightweight design that simplifies installation. The unit’s 60A, 600 Vac/250 Vdc rating supports broad compatibility with existing equipment, while the NEMA 4 protection minimizes field repairs. Together, these factors lower downtime, extend lifecycle, and improve panel reliability in industrial facilities.