Pin & Sleeve Devices
Rugged, code-compliant power connectors for harsh, industrial environments
Altech’s Pin & Sleeve line delivers safe, standardized connections that stand up to real-world abuse. Built on IEC 60309 Parts 1 & 2 (EN 60309), these devices use impact-resistant polyamide 6 housings with anti-tracking properties to maintain reliable performance in demanding conditions. Color-coding and keyed alignment prevent mismates, and the oversized ground pin ensures first-make/last-break grounding for safety.
Why Choose Altech Pin & Sleeve?
Standards compliance: IEC 60309 design for global interchangeability and consistent safety.
Industrial durability: Polyamide 6 construction resists impact and tracking; built for aggressive use.
Fool-proof connections: Voltage/frequency color-coding, external key-ways, and a larger ground pin help eliminate wiring errors.
Ingress protection: Offered in IP44 (splash-proof) and IP67 (watertight) variants.
Broad selection: Plugs, connectors, inlets, and receptacles across common voltages and currents (typ. 16–125 A).
Color Coding at a Glance (IEC 60309)
The housing color indicates the rated operating voltage range, making it easy to match devices correctly:
Yellow: 100–130 V
Blue: 200–250 V
Red: 380–480 V
Black: 500–690 V
Gray / Orange (Series II North America): used for 277 V and 125/250 V split-phase families respectively; some Altech UL styles are supplied in black bodies with color-coded labels for these variants.
IEC 60309 also “keys” the earth/ground pin at specific clock positions to encode voltage/frequency and prevent cross-mating—adding another layer of protection.
Product Range
Device types: Plugs, cable-mount connectors, panel/wall-mount receptacles, inlets.
Ratings & formats: Multiple pole configurations and standard voltages (e.g., 120/208 V, 230–240 V, 277/480 V, 400–480 V, 600/347 V).
Environmental performance: Materials and seals engineered for moisture, dust, and temperature swings.
Applications
Manufacturing lines, machine tools, and mobile equipment
Construction sites and temporary power distribution
Marine/shore power and outdoor installations
Process, utilities, and plant services
Safer, Simpler Power Connections
Altech’s IEC 60309 devices are designed for quick, confident installs and easy maintenance, helping reduce downtime and rework while keeping operations protected.