Eaton Crouse-Hinds X8999-43 Ship/Shore Receptacle Assembly - 500 Vac
Part Number: X8999-43
Quick Summary
The Eaton Crouse-Hinds X8999-43 ship/shore receptacle assembly is a robust shore power connection designed for three-phase industrial and marine equipment up to 400 A. In harsh port and on-site environments, unreliable connections and corrosion can cause downtime and safety concerns, which this unit mitigates with stainless steel construction and a neoprene tube. Rated for ordinary/non-hazardous locations, it handles up to 500 Vac in a three-wire, three-pole configuration and supports heavy feeders with 400 MCM cables. Its surface/wall mounting simplifies retrofits and tight-space installations, while the spring door, two switches, and termination screws deliver quick, secure power control for shore power connectors and cables. This translates to better uptime, safer operation, and straightforward procurement for power distribution teams.
Product Information
Extended Description
X8999-43 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 mt, Three-phase, Spring door, Two switches, Terminal screws, 500V
Product Name
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series ship/shore receptacle assembly
Catalog Number
X8999-43
UPC
662275402950
Product Length/Depth
11.5 in
Product Height
9.5 in
Product Width
6.7 in
Product Weight
22 lb
Area classification
Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations
Receptacle style
Spring door
Cable size
400 MCM
Special features
Two switches
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 - X8999-43
Feature: Up to 400 A continuous and 500 Vac rating. Business Impact: Enables heavy-duty shore power connections without frequent redesigns or upstream overloads, improving system reliability. Application: Ideal for large industrial or marine power feeds where consistent performance is critical. Feature: Supports 400 MCM cable in a three-wire, three-pole configuration. Business Impact: Reduces need for splices or adapters, lowers installation time, and minimizes voltage drop across long feeds. Application: Direct acceptance of large feeders for docks, plants, and vessels. Feature: Stainless steel body with neoprene tube. Business Impact: Provides excellent corrosion resistance and environmental sealing, lowering maintenance and replacement costs in harsh environments. Application: Outdoor, wet, or wash-down areas common in marine and heavy industry. Feature: Surface/Wall mounting with terminal screws, spring door, and two switches. Business Impact: Simplifies installation, improves access for servicing, and enhances safety with controlled power isolation. Application: Retrofit projects and new builds where space is constrained and reliable door interlock is required. Feature: Ordinary/Non-Hazardous area classification with 500 Vac capability. Business Impact: Aligns with standard industrial codes for non-hazardous locations while enabling high-voltage, multi-phase operations. Application: Ship/shore operations, plant yards, and distribution panels that demand robust, compliant connectors.
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FAQs
Installers should mount the unit on a clean, flat surface using the provided ballast or mounting hardware. Connect the 400 MCM cable to the terminal screws as indicated by the product wiring diagram, then secure the spring door and verify the two switches operate to isolated and energized states. Ensure the installation complies with local electrical codes for ordinary/non-hazardous locations.
The receptacle supports up to 400 A continuous and a voltage rating of 500 Vac. It is a three-phase, three-wire, three-pole configuration with a pin contact type, female gender, and accepts up to 400 MCM cables. The assembly uses terminal screws for termination and features a spring door for secure enclosure.
Yes. The unit is rated for Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations, making it suitable for typical factory floors, docks, and other non-hazardous environments while delivering robust performance for high-current, three-phase shore power applications.
Regular inspection of terminal screws for torque retention, visual check of the stainless steel enclosure for corrosion or damage, and confirmation that the neoprene tube remains intact to protect cable ingress are recommended. Periodic functional tests of the spring door and switches help ensure safe power control during port or dock operations.
Use appropriate torque values for terminal screws as per the wiring diagram, route the 400 MCM cable to minimize bending and strain, and provide strain relief where required. Ensure the enclosure is properly sealed against environmental exposure and that the mounting surface is sturdy enough to support 22 lb of equipment weight.