Canadian plants run a lot of portable three-phase equipment at 600 V, and the extension cords feeding it need a female end keyed so it can't mate with the wrong supply. The Techspan SCM430C5S is a 30 A, 600 V three-phase, 3-pole 4-wire IEC 60309 pin and sleeve connector (the female cord end) keyed at 5 o'clock. It belongs to the EUREKA line's IP44 splashproof range for indoor areas where liquids may splash.
Why industrial electricians pick it
- 5h keying for 3-phase 600 V, so it mates only with matching 600 V 3P4W plugs and inlets.
- Earth contact makes first and breaks last for safer connection under load.
- Snap-on locking handle and one-way terminal access speed up cord builds.
- Threaded cable gland with a 6-finger cable grip; flap cover on the face.
- Rugged VALOX thermoplastic housing, IK10 impact rated.
Specifications
| Spec |
Detail |
| Brand |
Techspan (EUREKA line) |
| Model |
SCM430C5S |
| Device |
Connector (female cord end) |
| Rating |
30 A, 3-phase 600 V |
| Poles / wires |
3P 4W (3 phases + ground, no neutral) |
| Clock position |
5h |
| Protection |
IP44 splashproof |
| Cable O.D. range |
0.675 to 0.91 in |
| Mates with |
SCM430P5S plug, SCM430B5S inlet |
| Housing / impact |
VALOX thermoplastic / IK10 |
| Operating temperature |
-25°C to +40°C |
Pro tip from the counter
Build 600 V cords with cord actually rated 600 V, such as SOW or SOOW. SJ-type cords like SJOOW are only rated 300 V, and they can still land inside the 0.675 to 0.91 in grip range, so check the jacket print before you assemble it.
Best for: 600 V portable machinery cords, welders and compressors, plant floor extension cords, indoor industrial maintenance
Downloads: Techspan connection devices catalogue (PDF)
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