Eaton 5745N Plug - cULus Listed Extra Heavy-Duty, 14-50P
Part Number: 5745N
Quick Summary
The Eaton 5745N plug is an extra heavy-duty auto grip receptacle designed for industrial range and dryer connections. Installers often wrestle with loose terminations, back-wire wiring, and the need for secure, high-current connections in harsh environments. This product is cULus listed and NOM compliant with Federal Specification Classification 6221 02, reinforcing reliability in critical facilities. Designed for 125/250 V systems and a 50 A rating with a NEMA 14-50P configuration, it supports scalable, code‑compliant installs. Its back-wire construction, brass contacts, and nylon body streamline maintenance and reduce field labor costs. With these features, procurement teams gain uptime and predictable lifecycle costs.
Product Information
Extended Description
5745N Eaton: Eaton Arrow Hart extra heavy-duty auto grip plug , #12-4 AWG, 50A, Industrial, range and dryer, 125/250V, Back wire, Gray, Brass, Nylon, 14-50P, Three-pole, four-wire, grounding, Screw, Nylon, Core pack
Product Name
Eaton Arrow Hart extra heavy-duty auto grip plug
Catalog Number
5745N
UPC
040893020419
Product Length/Depth
6.938 in
Product Height
3.375 in
Product Width
3.61 in
Product Weight
0.86 lb
Certifications
cULus Listed NOM Federal Specification Classification 6221 02
Device type
Plug
Type
Plug
Amperage Rating
50 A
Voltage rating
125/250 V
Contact material
Brass
Application
Industrial, range and dryer
Device grade
Extra heavy-duty industrial specification grade
Wiring method
Back wire
Number of wires
4
Number Of Poles
Three-pole
Style type
Power, Straight body
Material
Nylon
Packaging type
Core pack
Color
Gray
Connection type
Screw
Allowable wire size
#12-4 AWG
NEMA configuration
14-50P
Torque rating
30-35 lbf-inch
Design type
Straight blade
Face/body material
Nylon
Receptacle type
Three-pole, four-wire, grounding
Flush mount receptacles sell sheet
Arrow Hart Buyers Guide Section B
Eaton Specification Sheet - 5745N
Feature: 50 A, 125/250 V rating with 4 wires and back-wire wiring. Business Impact: Enables high-current, secure terminations in a single connection, reducing field rewiring and downtime. Application: Industrial range and dryer circuits require robust current capability and reliable back-wire compatibility. Feature: Three-pole, four-wire, grounding NEMA 14-50P receptacle. Business Impact: Supports modern wide-format dryer and range configurations with proper grounding, improving safety and compliance. Application: OEM panels and service entrances in manufacturing environments benefit from standardized 14-50P connections. Feature: Nylon body with brass contact material and screw connection. Business Impact: Delivers durable, heat-resistant insulation and long-term corrosion resistance, lowering maintenance costs. Application: Harsh shop floors and high-temperature environments common in metalworking and woodworking shops.Feature: Extra heavy-duty auto grip design. Business Impact: Reduces installer torque variability and ensures consistent secure connections, improving uptime. Application: Frequent plug-in/plug-out cycles in maintenance operations and equipment racks.Feature: Certifications and specifications: cULus Listed, NOM, Federal Specification 6221 02. Business Impact: Delivers regulatory acceptance and traceability, easing compliance audits. Application: Facilities adhering to strict electrical safety standards can rely on proven Eaton components.Feature: Torque rating of 30–35 lbf-in and back-wire wiring method. Business Impact: Provides predictable installation torque and dependable clamping force, minimizing screw loosening in vibration-prone environments. Application: Industrial control panels and heavy-duty manufacturing lines.
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FAQs
The 5745N is a NEMA 14-50P compatible plug designed for three-pole, four-wire configurations with back-wire termination. This combination supports modern 50 A circuits found in industrial ranges and dryers, enabling quick, secure field connections without requiring additional adapters. Ensure wire size falls within #12-4 AWG to maintain proper torque and clamp integrity.
Key specs include a 50 A amperage rating and a 125/250 V voltage rating, with brass contacts and a nylon body. These details translate to high-current handling, durability in industrial environments, and resistance to heat and chemical exposure. For new builds, this ensures code-compliant power delivery to heavy-duty equipment like ovens, ranges, and industrial dryers.
Yes. The 5745N is cULus Listed and NOM certified, with Federal Specification Classification 6221 02. These certifications help ensure compliance with safety and performance requirements in industrial settings, easing audits and installation approvals and reducing regulatory risk for projects in manufacturing and distribution environments.
Key considerations include the back-wire wiring method for fast terminations, a 30-35 lbf-in torque rating to ensure proper clamp load, and a nylon body with brass contacts for thermal and chemical resilience. In vibration-prone facilities, using the correct torque and secure back-wire connection minimizes loosening, maintenance visits, and downtime.
By delivering a robust 50 A, 125/250 V solution with long-lasting materials and standardized NEMA 14-50P compatibility, the 5745N reduces field failures, simplifies spare parts stocking, and lowers maintenance labor. The combination of durable construction, reliable terminations, and regulatory certifications translates to fewer replacement cycles and more predictable lifecycle costs.