Eaton AHCL830FI Locking Flanged Inlet - Voltage Color Coding
Part Number: AHCL830FI
Quick Summary
Eaton AHCL830FI is a locking flanged inlet that provides color-coded power entry for industrial equipment. Engineers face mis-wiring and unreliable locking in demanding environments, and this design addresses those challenges with a secure, back-wired connection. It carries RoHS and NAFTA compliance along with cULus listing, ensuring regulatory acceptance across markets. The nylon Ultra grip body and L8-30, two-pole design support fast, safe installation while accommodating #14-8 AWG conductors. Color-coded red and black helps operators wire correctly at a glance, reducing setup time and field errors in high-volume production. Designed for -40°C to 60°C operation, it withstands industrial temperature swings without degradation.
Product Information
Extended Description
AHCL830FI Eaton: Eaton Arrow Hart Color Coded Locking Flanged Inlet, #14-8 AWG, 30A, Industrial, 480V, Back, Red, Black, Ultra grip, Nylon, L8-30, Two-pole, Three-wire, Nylon, -40°C (w/o impact) to 60°C (-40°F to 140°F)
Product Name
Eaton Arrow Hart Color Coded Locking Flanged Inlet
Catalog Number
AHCL830FI
UPC
032664760532
Product Height
2.24 in
Product Diameter
2.87 in
Product Weight
0.001 lb
Compliances
RoHS Compliant NAFTA
Certifications
cULus Listed NOM
Special features
Voltage Color Coding
Type
Locking Flanged Inlet
Amperage Rating
30A
Voltage rating
480 V
Application
Industrial
Wiring method
Back
Number of wires
3
Number Of Poles
Two-pole
Color
Red Black
Material
Nylon
Operating temperature
-40 to 60 °C (-40 to 140 °F)
Allowable wire size
#14-8 AWG
NEMA configuration
L8-30
Torque rating
For #10-14 AWG: 14-16 lbf-inch. For #8 AWG: 20 lbf-inch
Design type
Ultra grip
Face/body material
Nylon
Eaton Arrow Hart color coded locking devices
Eaton Specification Sheet - AHCL830FI
Eaton Specification Sheet - AHCL830FI
Color-coded voltage identification reduces mis-wiring risk, delivering a measurable boost in wiring accuracy and safety. This feature translates to fewer field errors and quicker commissioning, especially in busy panels where attention is split across multiple feeders. It finds application in 480V industrial feeders and motor circuits requiring rapid, correct connections. Back-wiring compatibility and a 3-conductor, two-pole design support standard L8-30 configurations. Simplified installation, lower panel retrofit time, and reduced need for temporary jumpers. Application: Motor control centers and power distribution panels where dependable inlet connections are critical. 30A rating and 480V capability match common industrial loads. Ensures safe handling of typical loads while keeping wiring heats within limits; reduces the risk of overcurrent or mis-sizing. Application: Industrial equipment with moderate to high inrush and continuous duty in manufacturing lines. Ultra grip nylon body provides durable, vibration-resistant locking. Long service life with lower maintenance costs and fewer replacement parts. Application: Harsh factory floors, outdoors, or installation environments with frequent handling. Operating temperature range -40°C to 60°C supports year-round operation. Reduces downtime due to temperature-related failures and avoids additional enclosures or climate control. Application: Outdoor equipment and installations across geographies with wide seasonal variation.
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FAQs
AHCL830FI uses back wiring with #14-8 AWG conductors, supports two poles and three wires at 30A and 480V, and is designed for L8-30 configurations. Ensure torque specs—14-16 lbf-in for #10-14 AWG and 20 lbf-in for #8 AWG—and secure nylon body mounting to prevent movement during operation.
Key specs include a 30A amperage rating, 480V voltage rating, back wiring method, three conductors, two-pole configuration, nylon Ultra grip body, red/black color coding, and a -40°C to 60°C operating range. It uses a back-wired, 3-wire arrangement suitable for L8-30 industrial hookups with reliable locking.
The inlet is designed for extreme industrial environments with an operating range from -40°C to 60°C and a durable nylon body. While not explicitly IP-rated in the datasheet, its temperature tolerance and rugged construction support outdoor and unconditioned spaces, provided appropriate enclosure protection is used at the system level.
AHCL830FI is RoHS compliant and NAFTA compliant, with cULus Listed NOM certifications. These approvals matter for cross-border procurement, safety and regulatory acceptance, and streamlined quality assurance in global manufacturing environments.
Voltage color coding reduces mis-wiring by giving immediate visual cues for hot and neutral connections. The result is faster commissioning, lower risk of mis-wiring-related faults, and enhanced operator safety in high-output industrial settings where wiring occurs quickly and repeatedly.