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CAO16X Ilme Hood 2 levers side entry PG21 Size 77.27
Ilme CAO16X is a high-construction size 77.27 industrial connector hood with two locking levers, Pg21 side cable entry and IP65 / IP66 / IP69 protection when correctly assembled.
Why Choose the Ilme CAO16X Hood?
The Ilme CAO16X is a robust industrial multipole connector hood designed for demanding machinery, automation and electrical connection applications. Featuring two locking levers, a Pg21 side cable entry and Ilme size 77.27, it provides a durable enclosure for compatible heavy-duty connector inserts and mating components.
The CAO16X features a high-construction design, providing additional internal space for cable routing and termination. Its lateral Pg21 cable entry allows convenient side-entry installation, while the integrated two-lever locking arrangement provides secure mechanical coupling with compatible Ilme housings equipped with the corresponding locking pegs.
Designed without a hood gasket, the CAO16X forms part of an assembled connector system in which the required sealing is provided by the compatible mating enclosure. When correctly assembled with suitable Ilme components and cable sealing accessories, the connector assembly provides IP65 / IP66 / IP69 protection for dependable service in challenging industrial environments.
Key Advantages
- Robust Ilme industrial connector hood for heavy-duty connection systems.
- Size 77.27 format for compatible Ilme inserts and enclosures.
- Two integrated locking levers provide secure mechanical coupling.
- Pg21 side cable entry supports convenient lateral cable routing.
- High-construction design provides increased internal space for wiring and termination.
- IP65 / IP66 / IP69 protection when correctly assembled with compatible components.
- Suitable for machinery, control panels and industrial automation installations.
Key Features
- Ilme CAO series heavy-duty connector hood.
- Two-lever closing arrangement.
- Size 77.27.
- Pg21 side cable entry.
- High-construction enclosure format.
- Without gasket in the hood.
- IP65 / IP66 / IP69 degree of protection when correctly assembled.
- Designed for compatible Ilme multipole industrial connector systems.
Reliable Connections for Industrial Machinery
Heavy-duty connector hoods provide mechanical protection for electrical connector inserts and cable terminations while creating a practical interface between field cabling and mating industrial equipment. The Ilme CAO16X combines a high-profile enclosure with side cable entry, helping installers route cables efficiently where vertical clearance or installation geometry makes lateral entry preferable.
Its two integrated locking levers are designed to engage with the corresponding pegs on a compatible mating housing, creating a secure and serviceable connection. The robust enclosure format and high degree of protection available from the correctly assembled connector system make the CAO16X suitable for machinery and automation installations where reliable detachable electrical connections are required.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machinery and machine tools.
- Factory automation and production equipment.
- Control panel and electrical cabinet connections.
- Motor and actuator connection systems.
- Conveyor and material handling equipment.
- Industrial power, control and signal connections.
- Heavy-duty multipole connector assemblies.
Technical Specifications
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| Cable Entry | Side entry PG21 | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Type | Hood | |
| Frame Size | 77.27 | |
| Product Series | ILME C-Type | |
| IP Rating | IP65, IP66, IP69 | |
| Manufacturer | Ilme | |
| Model | CAO16X / CAO 16 X | |
| Product type | Industrial connector hood | |
| Size | 77.27 | |
| Closing type | 2 levers | |
| Cable entry | Side entry | |
| Cable entry size | Pg21 | |
| Construction | High construction | |
| Gasket | Without gasket | |
| Protection rating | IP65 / IP66 / IP69 when correctly assembled | |
| Alternative part number | CAO 16 X | |
| Barcode | 8015747006262 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Ilme CAO16X used for?
The CAO16X is an industrial connector hood designed to house compatible multipole connector inserts and provide a robust cable interface for machinery, automation and industrial electrical equipment.
What size is the Ilme CAO16X?
The CAO16X is an Ilme size 77.27 hood and should be used with compatible connector inserts and mating enclosure components of the corresponding size.
What cable entry does the CAO16X have?
The CAO16X features a Pg21 side cable entry, allowing the connected cable to enter laterally rather than through the top of the hood.
How does the Ilme CAO16X lock to a mating housing?
The hood incorporates two locking levers that engage with the corresponding pegs on a compatible Ilme mating housing to provide a secure mechanical connection.
Does the Ilme CAO16X include a gasket?
No. The CAO16X is specified as a high-construction hood without gasket; sealing of the complete connection depends on correct assembly with compatible mating components and cable sealing accessories.
What is the protection rating of the Ilme CAO16X?
The correctly assembled connector system can provide IP65 / IP66 / IP69 protection when the CAO16X is used with compatible Ilme components and appropriate cable sealing accessories.
Trusted by Industrial Connection Professionals
Ilme heavy-duty connector enclosures are designed for dependable electrical connections in industrial machinery and automation systems, providing machine builders, panel manufacturers and maintenance engineers with robust and serviceable connection solutions.
