Eaton Crouse-Hinds E0400-253 Posi-Lok Plug - 600 Vac/dc
Part Number: E0400-253
Manufacturer
Eaton Crouse-Hinds
Part number
E0400-253
Quick Summary
The Eaton Crouse-Hinds Posi-Lok E0400 plug provides reliable, high-current connections for industrial panel applications. Engineers often battle loose contacts, arcing risks, and unplanned downtime when wiring large-diameter cables. The design meets NEC/CEC requirements and is rated for ordinary/non-hazardous locations, supporting safe, code-compliant installations. With up to 400 A continuous and a 600 Vac/dc rating, it accepts #2-2/0 AWG conductors and uses a durable thermoplastic elastomer housing for long-term service. The double-set-screw connection and black TPE body offer quick, secure mating and robust vibration resistance for demanding industrial environments, improving overall equipment effectiveness. Designed for ease of installation in panel and plug‑and‑panel assemblies, it reduces commissioning time and minimizes field errors. Customers value predictable performance, long service life, and connectors that align with preventive maintenance programs and regulatory requirements.
Product Information
Extended Description
E0400-253 Eaton Crouse-Hinds: Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Posi-Lok E0400 plug, Up to 400A continuous, #2-2/0 AWG, Black, Double set screw, Female, Thermoplastic elastomer (TPE), 600 Vac/dc
Product Name
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Posi-Lok E0400 plug
Catalog Number
E0400-253
Product Length/Depth
6.39 in
Product Height
6.97 in
Product Width
19 in
Product Weight
2.82 lb
UPC
662275924728
Area classification
Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations
Standards type
NEC/CEC
Cable size
#2-2/0 AWG
Amperage Rating
Up to 400A Continuous
Voltage rating
600 Vac/dc
Gender
Female
Connection type
Double set screw
Color
Black
Material
Thermoplastic elastomer (TPE)
Posi-Lok Power Distribution Panels and Plugs catalog page
EB 168 - E0400 Plugs and Panels
Eaton Specification Sheet - E0400-253
Feature: Up to 400A continuous rating with #2-2/0 AWG compatibility. Business impact: Enables direct heavy-feeder connections, reducing terminations and potential failure points. Application: Suitable for motor feeders, power distribution panels, and large feeders in manufacturing lines. Feature: 600 Vac/dc rating. Business impact: Supports both AC and DC power schemes, expanding deployment options while maintaining a single family of connectors. Application: General industrial power feeds and DC bus connections in conveyors and automated systems. Feature: Double-set-screw connection. Business impact: Improves mechanical retention and resilience to vibration, lowering maintenance cycles and rework from loosening. Application: Environments with equipment vibration, such as pumps, conveyors, and presses. Feature: Thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) housing. Business impact: Provides chemical resistance and durable performance on factory floors, reducing exterior wear and replacement costs. Application: Panels exposed to oils, coolants, or cleaning agents. Feature: NEC/CEC compliance and ordinary/non-hazardous area classification. Business impact: Ensures regulatory alignment and safer installations, simplifying procurement, audits, and safety programs. Application: General industrial facilities where code compliance is mandatory.
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FAQs
The E0400-253 is designed to mate with Eaton Posi-Lok panels and similar interfaces, supporting #2-2/0 AWG conductors and a double-set-screw termination. Its 600 Vac/dc rating and 400 A continuous capacity ensure robust connectivity in heavy-duty panel applications, while NEC/CEC alignment helps with code compliance in standard industrial facilities.
The E0400-253 offers up to 400 A continuous current and a voltage rating of 600 Vac/dc. It is specified for cable sizes from #2 to 2/0 AWG, with a female gender and double-set-screw connection to ensure secure, reliable termination in demanding environments.
Yes. The plug is classified for Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations and complies with NEC/CEC standards. This makes it appropriate for general industrial facilities where protection against routine hazards is required, while still delivering high-current performance for large feeders.
Technical documentation is available via Eaton’s downloads, including the Posi-Lok catalog page, EB 168 installation sheet, and the E0400-253 specification sheet. These resources provide installation guidelines, wiring diagrams, and compliance details to support safe commissioning and maintenance.
Key factors include selecting the correct #2-2/0 AWG conductors, using the double-set-screw termination for vibration resistance, and choosing the TPE housing for durability in industrial environments. Proper alignment with NEC/CEC requirements and routine inspections of mating interfaces also minimize field errors and extend connector life.