Wiring devices
In North America, primary wiring devices manufactured according to NEMA/CSA are used. CEE pin and sleeve devices are available for North American voltages but they are not commonly used.
Cooper Wiring Devices is the US leading manufacturer of wiring devices. Besides the standard receptacles, a complete line of boxes, cover plates, receptacles with earth fault protection, modular jack for telecom and data as well as "Hospital Grade" devices are available.
Cooper Crouse-Hinds offers a wide range of plugs and receptacles for hazardous locations.
Sockets according to BS
We also offer a line of socket outlets and plugs according to BS standard. Beside the United Kingdom, BS sockets according to BS 1363 are used in some countries in Africa and Asia.
The line consists of standard, industrial - metalclad - and weatherproof types. Most types are available as single and double, with and without switch. All are rated 240 VAC, 13 A and meet BS 1363.
Wiring devices with high ingress protection
Harsh environment with damp, dirt and water requires matching wiring devices, both when used and not in use.
Modern materials in combination with innovative design result in a line of wiring devices suitable for the most harsh environments. The devices meet the requirements for NEMA 4, 4X and 6P, IEC 60529 equivalents are IP 66 for the receptacles and IP 67 for plugs and connectors. The high protection level applies if the devices are in use or not.
The devices are available as either straight blade devices or locking type devices 125/250, 15/20 A.
Sockets according to Australian Standard
Also Australia has its own standard for sockets and connectors. The most common type is the 250 V, 10 or 15 A with oblique straight pins. The same type of sockets is also used in New Zealand.
We can supply sockets in accordance with Australian Standard manufactured by Clipsal. The products are delivered on order.
New requirements in National Electrical Code 2008
National Electrical Code (NEC) or NFPA70 is the major electrical standard in USA. It is updated every 3rd year, 2008 edition is now released. There are several new requirements for receptacles.
Tamper resistant receptacles
Article 406.11 requires that all receptacles in new dwelling areas shall be tamper resistant.
Weather resistant
Practical experience shows that standard receptacles are not always suitable for outdoor installation. Artice 406.8 requires that all new receptacles installed outdoor shall be "Weather Resistant" and shall be marked with "WR" for visible identification. The largest differences compared to standard receptacles are better corrosion resistance, better UV resistance and more suitable in cold environments.
Catalogues - PDF format
Cooper Wiring Devices
Wiring devices according to NEMA/CSA
CHS Controls
Sockets according to BS-standard
