Eaton Crouse-Hinds NRL96-3 Receptacle - NEMA 4
Part Number: NRL96-3
Quick Summary
NRL96-3 receptacle delivers reliable 125 Vac, 20 A power connections for general industrial wiring in non-hazardous locations. Engineers often wrestle with meeting NEC/CEC requirements while ensuring durability in rugged facilities. This model provides NEC/CEC compliance, a NEMA 4 enclosure rating, and a die-cast aluminum body designed for long service life. Its ordinary/non-hazardous area classification confirms suitability for common plant environments. With a compact single-gang form factor and a 5-20R configuration, it streamlines panel layouts and simplifies supplier qualification across projects, helping standardize spares and reduce mis-matches. The combination of weight and dimensions (0.77 lb; 3 in depth, 4.5 in height, 1.31 in width) supports straightforward mounting in standard boxes, while offering robust performance for daily industrial use.
Product Information
Extended Description
NRL96-3 Eaton Crouse-Hinds: Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Pauluhn NRL 96 receptacle, 20A, Die cast aluminum, 5-20R, Single-gang, 125 Vac
Product Name
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Pauluhn NRL 96 receptacle
Catalog Number
NRL96-3
UPC
662276498396
Product Length/Depth
3 in
Product Height
4.5 in
Product Width
1.31 in
Product Weight
0.77 lb
Area classification
Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations
Standards type
NEC/CEC
NEMA Rating
4
Voltage rating
125 Vac
Amperage Rating
20A
NEMA configuration
5-20R
Material
Die cast aluminum
Number of gangs
Single-gang
Pauluhn Industrial Watertight ANSI NEMA Wiring Devices catalog page
IF LBL 1562 - NRL80, NRL86, NRL96 Plugs and Receptacles
Eaton Specification Sheet - NRL96-3
Feature: 125 Vac, 20 A with 5-20R configuration → Benefit: standardizes power receptacles across equipment, reducing downtime and miswiring → Application: general factory wiring and control panels. Feature: Die-cast aluminum housing → Benefit: durable, impact-resistant construction with corrosion resistance → Application: harsh plant environments and frequent equipment handling. Feature: Single-gang, 3 in depth → Benefit: compact footprint simplifies panel design and retrofit projects → Application: control cabinets with space constraints. Feature: NEMA 4 enclosure rating → Benefit: protection against dust and water spray, extending service life in exposed areas → Application: semi-indoor or damp locations. Feature: NEC/CEC compliance → Benefit: streamlined regulatory approvals and consistent installation practices → Application: US and Canadian industrial facilities. Feature: 5-20R configuration with 125 Vac, 20 A capacity → Benefit: compatibility with widely used equipment and plug types, reducing spare-part variety → Application: general-purpose outlets in machinery and power distribution.
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FAQs
NRL96-3 is designed for ordinary locations and uses a standard 5-20R configuration in a single-gang footprint. Plan mounting in typical electrical boxes, verify NEC/CEC compliance for your region, and ensure the panel depth accommodates the 3 in depth. Use appropriate connectors for 125 Vac circuits and follow the illustrated installation sheets in the provided Eaton documentation.
NRL96-3 supports 125 Vac at 20 A with a 5-20R NEMA configuration and adheres to NEC/CEC standards. It carries a NEMA 4 enclosure rating, offering robust environmental protection for ordinary locations, and uses a die-cast aluminum housing for durability.
NRL96-3 is rated for ordinary/non-hazardous locations with a NEMA 4 enclosure rating, which provides protection against dust and water ingress in many exposed settings. It is not specified as a dedicated harsh-environment or marine/watertight device; for extreme conditions consider alternative Pauluhn series options tailored to those environments.
Key specs include: length 3 in, height 4.5 in, width 1.31 in, and weight 0.77 lb. These dimensions support straightforward mounting in standard single-gang boxes and compact panels, aiding quick installation and space planning in control rooms and machine interfaces.
Official resources include the Pauluhn catalog page for Pauluhn Industrial Watertight ANSI NEMA wiring devices, the LBL 1562 instruction sheet for NRL80/NRL86/NRL96 plugs and receptacles, and the Eaton Specification Sheet for NRL96-3. Access to these documents ensures correct wiring, installation practices, and up-to-date specifications.