Eaton Crouse-Hinds EPCS2401B-125 Receptacle - IP66 Hazardous Locations
Part Number: EPCS2401B-125
Quick Summary
EPCS2401B-125 Receptacle is a rugged four-wire electrical connector designed for hazardous locations in industrial installations. Engineers often struggle with ensuring reliable ingress protection and maintaining compliance in harsh environments. This unit carries IP66 ingress protection and NEC/CEC compliance, with hazard ratings for Class I, Division 1 and 2 and Class II, Division 1 and 2, providing a robust solution for safety-critical wiring. By matching Pauluhn’s explosion-proof design with a brass body and dead-end configuration, it delivers long-term durability and easier field termination, reducing maintenance downtime. For contractors and OEMs, this translates to lower total cost of ownership and smoother integration into existing safety programs while meeting code requirements.
Product Information
Extended Description
EPCS2401B-125 Eaton Crouse-Hinds: Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Pauluhn EPCS receptacle, 20A, Four-wire, three-pole, Brass, Dead end, 1/2", 125 Vac
Product Name
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Pauluhn EPCS receptacle
Catalog Number
EPCS2401B-125
Product Length/Depth
6 in
Product Height
3.75 in
Product Width
6.25 in
Product Weight
13.9 lb
UPC
662276391512
Area classification
Hazardous/Classified Locations
Standards type
NEC/CEC
NEC hazardous rating
Class I, Division 1 Class I, Division 2 Class II, Division 1 Class II, Division 2
Ingress protection (IP) ratings
IP66
Configuration
Four-wire, three-pole
Material
Brass
Special features
Dead end
Trade size
1/2"
Amperage Rating
20A
Voltage rating
125 Vac
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Eaton Specification Sheet - EPCS2401B-125
Feature → Business Impact → Application: Four-wire, three-pole configuration delivers a balanced, secure power path for demanding installations, improving reliability in hazardous areas and reducing fault-related downtime in process lines. Application: chemical processing plants, offshore platforms, and heavy manufacturing where consistent 20A, 125 Vac performance is required. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Brass construction provides superior conductivity and corrosion resistance, extending service life in moist or chemically active environments, lowering replacement costs and maintenance intervals. Application: marine facilities, pull-box terminations, and rugged electrical enclosures. Feature → Business Impact → Application: IP66 protection offers field-proven ingress resistance against dust and powerful water jets, enabling safer outdoor and washdown environments and supporting compliance with stringent safety standards. Application: outdoor substations, loading docks, and mining sites. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Dead-end configuration simplifies termination and reduces wiring complexity during installation, cutting commissioning time and improving overall project schedule adherence. Application: large-scale installations with multiple receptacles in hazardous zones. Feature → Business Impact → Application: NEС/CEC compliance and hazardous-location ratings (Class I/II, Div 1/2) streamline procurement and regulatory approvals, minimizing project risk and accelerating approval cycles. Application: certified control panels and equipment rooms. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Pauluhn XP design integration ensures compatibility with Eaton’s catalog of plugs and receptacles, enabling modular, scalable safety solutions for evolving plant layouts. Application: OEM equipment and retrofit projects where standardization matters.
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FAQs
To install the EPCS2401B-125, power must be OFF and the receptacle should be mounted in an appropriate explosion-safe enclosure or mounting surface. Use the 1/2" trade size termination, connect four wires in a four-wire, three-pole configuration as specified, and secure the brass body with proper hardware. Ensure IP66 seals are properly seated to maintain ingress protection.
Key specs include a 20A amperage rating, 125 Vac operating voltage, and a brass construction for durability. It is designed as a four-wire, three-pole configuration with a 1/2" trade size and an IP66 ingress protection rating, suitable for hazardous or classified locations per NEC/CEC standards.
Yes. The EPCS2401B-125 is certified for hazardous/classified locations with NEC/CEC compliance and hazardous ratings for Class I, Division 1 and 2 and Class II, Division 1 and 2. Its IP66 protection and Pauluhn design make it well-suited for chemical processing, off-shore platforms, and other demanding environments.
The receptacle supports NEC/CEC standards and IP66 ingress protection. It carries hazardous-location ratings for Class I and II divisions 1 and 2, aligning with safety requirements for hazardous environments. These certifications simplify procurement and installation within regulated facilities.
Durable brass construction and IP66 protection reduce corrosion-related wear and water ingress, lowering maintenance frequency. The dead-end feature simplifies termination, reducing labor time during installation. Overall, the unit offers longer service life, improved uptime, and a lower total cost of ownership in hazardous-area applications.