Harting goes all-plastic for industrial connectors
Tuesday 5 July 2011
Harting has a range of all-plastic industrial connector housings offering cost and weight savings over its Han B series of connector housings.
Like the Han B standard series, the Han-Eco series is available in sizes 6 B, 10 B, 16 B and 24 B.
Depending on size, versions of the bulkhead mounting and hood with straight or angled cable exit can be supplied. The cable exits are available with metric threading.
The housings are made of a quality of plastic that is resistant to environmental stress and provides the necessary mechanical stability.
When the connector is closed and locked, it provides IP 65 protection as defined in DIN EN 60 529. The material also meets the demanding flammability requirements of UL 94 Class V 0.
The connector is compatible with the firm’s Han-Modular series of industrial connector modules.
For example, a protective earth (PA) module has been developed specifically for the Han-Eco housing to hold the protective ground conductor. Use of the PE module is optional depending on the application.
The new HARTING series complies with all standards relating to user safety. All metal parts in the PE system are fully connected to the protective ground conductor. This prevents the risk of anyone touching live parts if a fault occurs. The housing is also suitable for use on machines and systems with Class II protective insulation.