Eaton Crouse-Hinds CFS275-1523-M15 Receptacle Assembly - Hazardous/Classified Locations
Part Number: CFS275-1523-M15
Manufacturer
Eaton Crouse-Hinds
Part number
CFS275-1523-M15
Category
Quick Summary
Eaton Crouse-Hinds PowerGard receptacle assembly provides rugged explosion-proof electrical connections for hazardous locations. Operators often struggle with safety compliance, maintenance downtime, and durability in harsh industrial environments. This model advances NEC/CEC compliance and hazardous-location ratings, including Class I, Division 1 and NEMA 3/3R protection, ensuring safe operation in demanding facilities. By pairing a two-gang, dead-end configuration with copper-free aluminum construction, it delivers reliable power distribution while reducing weight and corrosion concerns. For engineers and procurement teams, this translates to simpler sourcing, streamlined installation, and lower lifecycle costs without compromising safety or performance.
Product Information
Extended Description
CFS275-1523-M15 Eaton Crouse-Hinds: Eaton Crouse-Hinds series PowerGard receptacle assembly, 15A, Two-wire, three-pole, Copper-free aluminum, Two-gang, Dead end, 3/4", M15 model, 125 Vac
Product Name
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series PowerGard receptacle assembly
Catalog Number
CFS275-1523-M15
Product Length/Depth
7 in
Product Height
10 in
Product Width
7 in
Product Weight
6.44 lb
UPC
662276516090
Area classification
Hazardous/Classified Locations
Standards type
NEC/CEC
NEC hazardous rating
Class I, Division 1 Class II, Division 1 Class III
NEMA Rating
3 3R
Number of gangs
Two-gang
Style
Dead end
Configuration
Two-wire, three-pole
Trade size
3/4"
Amperage Rating
15A
Voltage rating
125 Vac
Material
Copper-free aluminum
Type
M15 model
PowerGard Explosionproof NEMA Locking Receptacles brochure
PowerGard Explosionproof NEMA Locking Receptacles catalog page
PowerGard Explosionproof NEMA Locking Receptacles UL certification (PowerGard Receptacles and Back Boxes Classified for use with Appleton ECP Plugs and EFS Receptacles)
PowerGard Explosionproof NEMA Locking Receptacles UL certification (PowerGard Receptacles and Back Boxes Classified for use with Appleton ECP Plugs and EFS Receptacles)
PowerGard Explosionproof NEMA Locking Receptacles UL certification (PowerGard Receptacles and Back Boxes Classified for use with Appleton ECP Plugs and EFS Receptacles)
PowerGard Explosionproof NEMA Locking Receptacles UL certification (PowerGard Receptacles and Back Boxes Classified for use with Appleton ECP Plugs and EFS Receptacles)
IF 1663 - PowerGard Receptacles
Eaton Specification Sheet - CFS275-1523-M15
Feature: 15A, 125VAC electrical rating. Business Impact: Ensures code-compliant power delivery for typical hazardous-location equipment while maintaining compatibility with standard plugs and devices. Application: Chemical plants, refineries, offshore facilities seeking reliable, compliant power connections. Feature: Copper-free aluminum body. Business Impact: Reduces weight, improves corrosion resistance, and lowers long-term maintenance costs. Application: Outdoor and harsh environments where durability matters. Feature: Two-gang, dead-end configuration with 3/4" trade size. Business Impact: Compact footprint and straightforward installation with existing enclosures and wiring methods. Application: Industrial distribution panels and back boxes requiring efficient space utilization. Feature: PowerGard branding with NEC/CEC compliance and NEMA 3/3R protection. Business Impact: Regulatory alignment and dependable enclosure protection, minimizing compliance risk. Application: Hazardous locations, Class I, Division 1 areas. Feature: M15 model designation, 7 in length Ă— 7 in width Ă— 10 in height; 6.44 lb weight. Business Impact: Manageable weight for installation and modular integration with other PowerGard components. Application: Site upgrades and new builds needing scalable receptacle solutions. Insight: Leveraging PowerGard ecosystem simplifies procurement, reduces downtime, and enhances field service responsiveness with readily available catalogs and spec sheets.
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FAQs
The CFS275-1523-M15 is a two-gang, dead-end PowerGard receptacle assembly rated 15A, 125VAC, designed for Class I, Division 1 environments. It is compatible with standard PowerGard components and follows NEC/CEC guidelines, ensuring seamless integration with PowerGard back boxes and NEMA locking plugs used in explosive atmospheres.
Key ratings include 15A at 125VAC with a copper-free aluminum body. It carries NEC/CEC compliance and NEC hazardous rating for Class I, Division 1. The enclosure protections align with NEMA 3 and 3R, enabling outdoor and harsh-environment use while maintaining safe operation in hazardous locations.
Yes. Its hazardous-location certification, two-wire three-pole configuration, and copper-free aluminum construction make it well suited for chemical plants, refineries, and offshore facilities where explosion-proof power distribution is required and regulatory compliance is non-negotiable.
The unit adheres to NEC/CEC standards, carries NEC hazardous rating Class I, Division 1, and is rated NEMA 3 and 3R. It is intended for Hazardous/Classified Locations and aligns with the PowerGard family’s installation practices for safe, compliant operation.
Installation benefits include a two-gang, dead-end design that fits standard boxes, copper-free aluminum for easier handling, and compatibility with existing PowerGard accessories. ROI advantages stem from reduced maintenance downtime, lighter weight for faster wiring, and durability in harsh environments that lowers long-term replacement costs.