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CHC16C-3 Ilme Cover metal 4 pegs with gasket Size 77.27
Ilme CHC16C-3 is a size 77.27 die-cast aluminium heavy-duty connector protective cover with four locking pegs and a gasket for securely protecting compatible Ilme connector housings.
£8.10
Why Choose the Ilme CHC16C-3 Metal Connector Cover?
The Ilme CHC16C-3 is a robust metal protective cover for heavy-duty rectangular connectors, designed to protect compatible Ilme connector housings when the connection is not in use. Part of the Ilme C-TYPE series, this size 77.27 cover combines durable metal construction with four locking pegs and an integrated gasket for dependable protection in industrial machinery and automation installations.
The CHC16C-3 is intended for compatible housings using a double-lever locking arrangement. Its four integral locking pegs provide secure engagement with the housing levers, while the gasket helps seal the connector interface against dust, moisture and other contaminants when the cover is correctly secured.
Designed around the established Ilme size 77.27 enclosure format, the CHC16C-3 provides a practical way to protect disconnected industrial connector interfaces. C-TYPE covers of this configuration use rugged die-cast aluminium construction and are designed for reliable operation across demanding industrial temperature conditions.
Key Advantages
- Robust metal protective cover for Ilme heavy-duty connectors.
- Four locking pegs for secure engagement with compatible double-lever housings.
- Supplied with gasket to help maintain environmental sealing.
- Size 77.27 format for compatible Ilme rectangular connector enclosures.
- Durable die-cast aluminium construction suited to industrial environments.
- Helps protect disconnected connector interfaces from dust, moisture and mechanical contamination.
- Designed for dependable use in machinery, automation and control installations.
Key Features
- Ilme C-TYPE series connector cover.
- Size 77.27 enclosure format.
- Four-peg closing configuration.
- Integrated gasket for enhanced sealing.
- Designed for compatible housings with two locking levers.
- Manufactured from die-cast aluminium.
- RAL 7040 grey C-TYPE enclosure finish.
- IP66 protection characteristic of the corresponding C-TYPE four-peg cover configuration when correctly assembled.
- Wide -40 °C to +125 °C operating temperature range.
- RoHS-compliant C-TYPE construction.
Reliable Connector Protection for Industrial Equipment
Heavy-duty rectangular connectors can be exposed to dust, moisture, debris and accidental contact whenever they are disconnected. The Ilme CHC16C-3 provides a durable protective barrier over the mating interface, helping preserve connector condition and reducing the risk of contamination during maintenance, equipment transport or periods when machinery is not connected.
Its four-peg arrangement allows compatible housing levers to clamp the cover securely into position, while the fitted gasket supports effective environmental sealing. This combination makes the CHC16C-3 particularly useful for industrial machinery and automation systems where reliable protection of unused connector interfaces is important.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machinery and production equipment.
- Factory automation and control systems.
- Heavy-duty rectangular connector assemblies.
- Material handling and conveyor equipment.
- Machine tools and manufacturing systems.
- Electrical equipment requiring protection of disconnected connector interfaces.
Technical Specifications
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| Product Series | ILME C-Type | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Type | Protective Cover | |
| Frame Size | 77.27 | |
| Housing Material | Metal (die-cast aluminium) | |
| IP Rating | IP66 | |
| Manufacturer | Ilme | |
| Series | C-TYPE | |
| Model | CHC16C-3 | |
| Alternative part number | CHC 16 C-3 | |
| Product type | Heavy-duty connector protective cover | |
| Size | 77.27 | |
| Closing type | 4 pegs | |
| Seal | With gasket | |
| Protection rating | IP66 when correctly assembled with compatible components | |
| Main material | Die-cast aluminium | |
| Colour | RAL 7040 grey | |
| Operating temperature | -40 °C to +125 °C | |
| RoHS conformity | Compliant | |
| Barcode | 8015747016148 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Ilme CHC16C-3 used for?
The CHC16C-3 is a metal protective cover designed to protect the mating interface of compatible size 77.27 Ilme heavy-duty connector housings while the connector is disconnected.
What size housing is the CHC16C-3 designed for?
The Ilme CHC16C-3 is designed for compatible size 77.27 heavy-duty rectangular connector housings.
How does the CHC16C-3 lock onto the housing?
The cover incorporates four locking pegs that engage with the two locking levers of a compatible Ilme housing.
Does the Ilme CHC16C-3 include a gasket?
Yes. The CHC16C-3 is supplied with a gasket, helping provide an effective seal between the cover and compatible connector housing when correctly secured.
What material is the CHC16C-3 manufactured from?
The cover uses robust die-cast aluminium construction, making it suitable for demanding industrial machinery and automation environments.
Trusted by Industrial Engineers Worldwide
Ilme heavy-duty connector enclosures and accessories are widely used by machine builders, panel builders and automation engineers to provide robust and dependable electrical connection solutions for industrial machinery and production equipment.
