Eaton Crouse-Hinds BHP10485D Plug - Hazardous Location Rated
Part Number: BHP10485D
Quick Summary
Eaton Crouse-Hinds BHP10485D plug provides rugged electrical connections for hazardous locations in industrial facilities. Engineers often struggle with safe, compliant terminations in harsh environments where mis-matched components or improper grounding lead to downtime and safety risks. This plug carries NEC/CEC compliance with Class I, Division 1 ratings and UL certifications for hazardous locations, plus compatible NEMA ratings to simplify spec alignment. With a copper-free aluminum housing and brass contacts, it supports durable, code-compliant installations while reducing maintenance costs. Designed for 0.875 to 1.375 in cable diameters and a Style 2 grounding scheme, it streamlines procurement and installation, enhancing reliability across 480 Vac systems and a broad 60–400 Hz range.
Product Information
Extended Description
BHP10485D Eaton Crouse-Hinds: Eaton Crouse-Hinds series BHP plug, 100A, 0.875-1.375" cable diameter, Three-wire, four-pole, Brass contacts, 60-400 Hz, Style 2, Copper-free aluminum, 480 Vac
Product Name
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series BHP plug
Catalog Number
BHP10485D
Product Weight
5.7 lb
UPC
782274041216
Area classification
Hazardous/Classified Locations
Standards type
NEC/CEC
NEC hazardous rating
Class I, Division 1 Class III Class II, Division 1 Class I, Division 2 Class II, Division 2
NEMA Rating
3 4 7 9 12
Amperage Rating
100A
Configuration
Three-wire, four-pole
Cable diameter
0.875-1.375 in
Grounding style
Style 2
Voltage rating
480 Vac
Frequency rating
60-400 Hz
Material
Copper-free aluminum
Contact material
Brass
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Eaton Specification Sheet - BHP10485D
Feature: 100 A amperage rating and 480 Vac voltage rating. Business Impact: Enables reliable high-current connections for heavy equipment, reducing the number of junctions and potential fault points. Application: Suitable for large motors and power feeders in chemical plants and mining operations. Application: Three-wire, four-pole configuration simplifies wiring schemes and improves fault-tracking accuracy in complex installations. Business Impact: Streamlined wiring reduces installation time and commissioning risk. Feature: Copper-free aluminum body. Business Impact: Lighter weight and improved corrosion resistance in humid or offshore environments, lowering handling costs and extending service life. Application: Exposed or near-chemically aggressive areas in refineries and processing plants. Feature: Brass contact material. Business Impact: Superior electrical conductivity and durable contact interfaces, delivering consistent performance under frequent mating cycles. Application: Repeated plug-in connections in maintenance-driven facilities without performance loss. Feature: Cable diameter flexibility 0.875–1.375 in. Business Impact: Supports a wide range of cable assemblies, reducing need for multiple part numbers. Application: Standardizes procurement across different sites with varying cable builds. Feature: Style 2 grounding and 60–400 Hz compatibility. Business Impact: Ensures robust grounding integrity and drive compatibility for diverse motor controls and drives. Application: Industrial drives, conveyors, and equipment in hazardous locations with mixed-frequency operation. Feature: Certifications and compliance (NEC/CEC, Class I/Division 1, UL listings). Business Impact: Accelerates regulatory approvals and project sign-off, lowering risk in audits and inspections. Application: Any installation requiring hazardous-location compliance and reliable interconnection in demanding industrial settings.
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FAQs
Install with the 3‑wire, 4‑pole configuration and Style 2 grounding as specified for Class I, Division 1 environments. Use appropriate torque on brass contacts, ensure cable diameter is within 0.875–1.375 in, and verify 480 Vac operation across 60–400 Hz. Follow NEC/CEC guidelines and UL certification requirements during termination to maintain integrity and safety.
The BHP10485D supports a 100 A amperage rating and 480 Vac line voltage with a 60–400 Hz frequency range. It employs copper-free aluminum housing and brass contacts in a three-wire, four-pole configuration, designed for robust connections in hazardous locations and compatible with standard wiring practices in industrial facilities.
Yes. It is rated for Hazardous/Classified Locations with NEC/CEC compliance and Class I, Division 1 (and related divisions) ratings, plus UL certifications. The copper-free aluminum housing and grounding provisions (Style 2) support demanding environments typical of chemical processing, mining, and oil & gas facilities.
The BHP10485D aligns with NEC/CEC standards for hazardous locations and carries NEC hazardous rating classifications (Class I, Division 1, and related divisions). It also carries UL certification for use in hazardous environments and supports NEMA configurations, helping with regulatory approvals and inspections.
The plug’s durable brass contact interface and copper-free aluminum housing reduce wear and corrosion, lowering replacement and maintenance costs. Its compatibility with 0.875–1.375 in cables and 60–400 Hz operation simplifies stocking and installation, decreasing downtime and accelerating project ROI in facilities with hazardous-location requirements.