Eaton Crouse-Hinds X8999-40 Ship/Shore Receptacle - 500V/400A
Part Number: X8999-40
Quick Summary
The X8999-40 Ship/Shore Receptacle Assembly from Eaton Crouse-Hinds provides rugged, high-current power connections for dockside equipment. Maintenance and installation teams grapple with corrosion, misalignment, and inaccessible terminations in harsh marine and industrial environments. This unit is rated for Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations and supports up to 500 VAC, three‑phase power, and up to 400 A continuous, with a stainless steel enclosure and neoprene tube. With a spring-door receptacle, 400 MCM cable compatibility, and terminal screws for secure field wiring, the assembly minimizes downtime and streamlines compliance. Ideal for ship-to-shore power transfers and dockside installations, it integrates with standard power distribution layouts and offers durable, service-friendly installation.
Product Information
Extended Description
X8999-40 Eaton Crouse-Hinds: Eaton Crouse-Hinds series ship/shore receptacle assembly, Up to 400A continuous, 400 MCM cable, 3-wire, 3-pole, Pin, Female, Stainless steel with neoprene tube, Wall/surface mount, Three-phase, Spring door, Terminal screws, 500V
Product Name
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series ship/shore receptacle assembly
Catalog Number
X8999-40
UPC
662275402943
Product Length/Depth
11.5 in
Product Height
9.5 in
Product Width
6.7 in
Product Weight
20.5 lb
Area classification
Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations
Receptacle style
Spring door
Cable size
400 MCM
Amperage Rating
Up to 400A Continuous
Phase
Three-phase
Voltage rating
500 Vac
Configuration
Three-wire, three-pole
Contact type
Pin
Gender
Female
Material
Stainless steel with neoprene tube
Mounting method
Surface/Wall Mount
Termination style
Terminal screws
Crouse-Hinds series Shore Power Connectors and Cables flyer
Crouse-Hinds series Shore Power Connectors and Cables catalog page
Eaton Specification Sheet - X8999-40
Feature: High current capability and large conductor compatibility. Business impact: Enables connections for heavy loads with minimal parallelism and downtime. Application: Three-phase dockside equipment and offshore installations, using up to 400 A and 400 MCM cables. Feature: 500 VAC rating and three‑phase, 3-wire/3-pole configuration. Business impact: Provides safe, compatible power delivery for critical industrial systems and marine gear. Application: Ship-to-shore power transfer where reliable voltage and phase distribution are essential. Feature: Stainless steel enclosure with neoprene tube. Business impact: Delivers corrosion resistance and environmental protection in dockside environments, reducing maintenance costs. Application: Harsh outdoor and marine settings. Feature: Surface/Wall mounting with spring-door receptacle and terminal screws. Business impact: Simplifies installation and maintenance, lowers labor time, and improves termination reliability. Application: Permanent fixtures on walls or structural surfaces. Feature: Documentation-ready and compatible with Eaton Crouse-Hinds shore power ecosystem. Business impact: Facilitates quick sourcing, compliant installations, and streamlined retrofits. Application: Integration with catalogs, spec sheets, and brochures for project planning and procurement.
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FAQs
The X8999-40 supports surface or wall mounting and is designed for 400 MCM cable with a 3-wire, 3-pole configuration. It uses terminal screws for secure terminations, aligning with the enclosure dimensions of 11.5 in length, 9.5 in height, and 6.7 in width to fit standard dockside frames.
The receptacle is rated for up to 400 A continuous current, three-phase operation, 500 Vac, and conforms to a three-wire, three-pole configuration with pin female contacts. This setup supports robust shore power connections for heavy-duty equipment.
Yes. It is built for ordinary/non-hazardous locations, uses a stainless steel enclosure with neoprene tube for environmental protection, and is compatible with 400 MCM cables and 3-phase 500 V shore power demands typical of dockside and shipboard deployments.
The unit specifies an area classification of Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations, which guides its use in non-hazardous environments. The 500 VAC rating and 400 A capability further support compliance with common industrial and marine power distribution requirements.
You can access Eaton’s brochures, catalogs, and the official specification sheet for X8999-40. These documents provide installation guidelines, wiring details, and compatibility information to support procurement and field deployment.