Eaton Crouse-Hinds DL21 Legend Plate - Hazardous Locations
Part Number: DL21
Quick Summary
DL21 legend plate for Eaton Crouse-Hinds FlexStation provides durable labeling for explosion-proof control stations in hazardous locations. In fast-paced industrial environments, unclear labeling can lead to mis-wiring, maintenance delays, and safety risks. This plate delivers NEC/CEC compliance and includes NEC hazardous ratings across Class I, Zone 1 and Class II, Division 2, along with compatible NEMA ratings 9, 3R, 7 and 12. Designed to work with 2- or 3-hole covers, it supports efficient panel configuration while preserving clear, legible markings. For OEMs and service teams, the DL21 enhances installation workflows and reduces changeover time, delivering reliable labeling in harsh environments and helping meet stringent industrial standards.
Product Information
Extended Description
DL21 Eaton Crouse-Hinds: Eaton Crouse-Hinds series FlexStation DL legend plate, Close, Used with 2- or 3-hole covers
Product Name
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series FlexStation DL legend plate
Catalog Number
DL21
Product Length/Depth
2.25 in
Product Height
1.5 in
Product Width
0.01 in
Product Weight
0.2 lb
UPC
782274147024
Area classification
Hazardous/Classified Locations
Standards type
NEC/CEC
NEC hazardous rating
Class I, Zone 1 Class II, Division 2 Class I, Division 1 Class I, Division 2 Class I, Zone 2 Class II, Division 1 Class III
NEMA Rating
9 3R 7 12
Legend plate inscription
Close
Type
Used with 2- or 3-hole covers
FlexStation Explosionproof Control Station Components catalog page
FlexStation Explosionproof Control Station Components Canadian certification
FlexStation Explosionproof Control Station Components Canadian certification
FlexStation Explosionproof Control Station Components Canadian certification
IF 1418 - FlexStation Series Control Stations
IF 1418 - FlexStation Series Control Stations
IF 1418 - FlexStation Series Control Stations
Eaton Specification Sheet - DL21
Feature: Compatible with 2- or 3-hole covers → Business Impact: Flexible labeling options for FlexStation control stations reduce spare parts and simplify field adjustments → Application: Labeling joints on explosion-proof panels in automation lines. Feature: Hazardous location ratings and NEC/CEC compliance → Business Impact: Ensures regulatory alignment, lowering risk of non-compliance fines and outages → Application: Control stations in oil, gas, chemical, mining environments. Feature: Compact dimensions and light weight (2.25 in length, 1.5 in height, 0.01 in width, 0.2 lb) → Business Impact: Easier installation and less panel crowding, improving serviceability and maintenance speed → Application: Customizable legend solutions on dense control panels. Feature: Clear inscription (Close) and robust construction → Business Impact: Improves operator clarity and reduces misinterpretation during pre- start checks → Application: Hazardous-area control panels with demanding labeling requirements. Feature: Comprehensive certification footprint (NEC/CEC, Class I Zone 1, Class II Division 2, NEMA 9/3R/7/12) → Business Impact: Streamlines procurement and compliance audits, supports cross-border deployments → Application: Global projects requiring hazardous-location labeling. Insight: In practice, using the DL21 alongside FlexStation components minimizes integration risk and accelerates line commissioning by standardizing legend practices across multiple stations.
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FAQs
To install the DL21, align the legend plate with the FlexStation housing, ensure the plate is oriented for the appropriate hole pattern, and secure it using the compatible mounting hardware for 2- or 3-hole covers. Verify that the inscription is legible from the intended viewing angle and that seals maintain enclosure integrity in hazardous environments.
The DL21 supports NEC/CEC compliance with Hazardous/Classified Locations ratings, including Class I, Zone 1; Class II, Division 2; Class I, Division 1; Class I, Division 2; Class I, Zone 2; Class II, Division 1; and Class III, ensuring suitability for a wide range of hazardous-area applications.
Yes. The DL21 is specifically designed for hazardous location control stations and supports Class I Zone 1 environments common in oil and gas facilities. It also carries compatible NEMA ratings (9, 3R, 7, 12), making it appropriate for rugged, explosion-prone settings where reliable labeling is essential.
The DL21 carries NEC/CEC compliance with hazardous location ratings and NEMA ratings 9, 3R, 7, and 12. It is intended for use in Hazardous/Classified Locations, with further Canadian certifications available through UL-listed documentation as referenced in Eaton’s installation and catalog materials.
The DL21 reduces downtime and mis-wiring by providing clear, standardized labeling for explosion-proof panels. Its compatibility with common 2- and 3-hole covers simplifies panel configurations, minimizes spare parts, and speeds commissioning and maintenance, delivering measurable productivity gains and stronger compliance across multi-site, cross-border projects.