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CHP32242 Ilme Surface housing 2 levers PG42x2 Size 77.62
ILME CHP32.242 is a size 77.62 industrial surface mounting connector housing with two locking levers, two Pg42 cable entries and a double-insert configuration for machinery and automation connections.
Why Choose the ILME CHP32.242 Surface Mounting Housing?
The ILME CHP32.242 is a robust surface mounting housing for industrial multipole connectors designed to provide reliable electrical connections in machinery, automation and control applications. Part of the established ILME C-TYPE enclosure range, this double-size housing provides a durable fixed mounting point for compatible rectangular connector inserts and mating hoods.
The CHP32.242 features two locking levers for secure mechanical mating with compatible ILME connector hoods. Its heavy-duty enclosure construction is designed for repeated connection and disconnection in industrial environments, providing a practical solution for high-density power, control and signal connections.
Designed for size 77.62 connector assemblies, the housing incorporates two Pg42 cable entries to accommodate larger cable glands and provide flexible cable routing into machinery and electrical enclosures. Its double-size format makes the CHP32.242 particularly suitable for applications requiring two compatible connector inserts within a single surface-mounted enclosure.
Key Advantages
- Robust surface mounting housing for industrial multipole connectors.
- Designed for size 77.62 double-size connector assemblies.
- Two locking levers provide secure and convenient connector mating.
- Two Pg42 cable entries accommodate larger cable glands and industrial cabling.
- Double-size construction supports high-density power, signal and control connections.
- Durable enclosure design suited to machinery, automation and electrical installations.
Key Features
- ILME C-TYPE industrial connector enclosure.
- Size 77.62 double-size connector housing.
- Two locking levers.
- 2 × Pg42 cable entries.
- Surface mounting configuration for fixed installations.
- Double insert mounting arrangement.
- Designed for compatible ILME rectangular multipole connector inserts.
- Secure lever-locking system for repeated mating and unmating.
- Suitable for industrial power, control and signal connections.
Reliable Protection for Industrial Connections
Surface mounting housings such as the ILME CHP32.242 provide a secure fixed connection point for detachable industrial wiring. The housing mounts directly onto machinery or an electrical enclosure and accommodates compatible multipole connector inserts, allowing power, control and signal circuits to be conveniently connected and disconnected during installation, maintenance and equipment replacement.
The size 77.62 configuration provides a double insert arrangement for applications requiring a high number of contacts within one connector assembly. Combined with two large Pg42 cable entries and a two-lever locking system, the CHP32.242 provides a practical and maintainable connection solution for industrial equipment with substantial cabling requirements.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machinery and production equipment.
- Factory automation and control systems.
- Electrical cabinets and machine enclosures.
- Conveyor and material handling systems.
- High-density power, signal and control interconnections.
- OEM machinery requiring detachable electrical connections.
Technical Specifications
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| Cable Entry | PG42 | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Type | Housing | |
| Frame Size | 77.62 | |
| Product Series | ILME C-Type | |
| Manufacturer | ILME | |
| Series | C-TYPE | |
| Model | CHP32.242 | |
| Alternative reference | CHP 32.242 | |
| Product type | Surface mounting housing | |
| Connector size | 77.62 | |
| Closing type | 2 levers | |
| Cable entry | 2 × Pg42 | |
| Number of cable entries | 2 | |
| Insert arrangement | Double insert | |
| Insert centre distance | 2 × (77.5 × 27) mm | |
| Mounting type | Surface mounting | |
| Application | Industrial multipole connector systems |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ILME CHP32.242 used for?
The CHP32.242 is a surface mounting connector housing used to provide a fixed connection point for compatible ILME size 77.62 multipole connector assemblies in industrial machinery, automation and electrical installations.
What cable entries does the CHP32.242 have?
The CHP32.242 features two Pg42 cable entries, providing generous cable-entry capacity for industrial wiring and compatible cable glands.
What connector size does the CHP32.242 support?
The housing is designed for compatible size 77.62 ILME connector assemblies and provides a double insert mounting arrangement.
Why does the CHP32.242 use two Pg42 entries?
The two Pg42 cable entries provide separate routing points for larger industrial cables, making the housing suitable for double-insert assemblies and applications with substantial power, control or signal cabling.
How does the ILME CHP32.242 lock to a mating connector?
The housing incorporates two locking levers designed to engage with a compatible ILME connector hood and provide a secure mechanical connection.
Trusted for Industrial Connectivity
ILME industrial connector enclosures are widely used by machine builders, panel builders and automation engineers to provide robust, maintainable and dependable electrical connections in industrial machinery and control systems.
