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CKA03CS Ilme Metal cover w/pegs & gasket for Female inserts Size 21.21
Ilme CKA03CS is a size 21.21 zinc die-cast metal connector cover with two pegs, TPE gasket and retaining loop for protecting compatible female inserts in industrial connector assemblies.
Why Choose the Ilme CKA03CS Metal Cover for Female Inserts?
The Ilme CKA03CS is a robust metal protective cover with two locking pegs and gasket designed for compatible female inserts in Ilme industrial multipole connector assemblies. Part of the Ilme CKA series, it uses the compact 21.21 size format and provides dependable protection for connector interfaces on machinery, automation equipment and electrical control systems.
Manufactured from zinc die-cast metal, the CKA03CS combines mechanical durability with a compact design suitable for demanding industrial installations. The integrated TPE gasket helps seal the connector interface when the cover is fitted, while the two pegs provide the mating points required for compatible lever-equipped connector housings.
The cover is finished in RAL 7040 grey and includes a retaining loop manufactured from nylon and galvanised brass. It provides IP44 protection in the standard configuration and can support IP66 / IP67 / IP69 protection when correctly used with the appropriate Ilme CKR 65 sealing accessory.
Key Advantages
- Durable zinc die-cast metal cover for industrial connector protection.
- Designed specifically for female inserts in compatible Ilme connector assemblies.
- Two locking pegs provide secure mating with compatible lever-equipped housings.
- Integrated TPE gasket supports effective sealing of the connector interface.
- Compact size 21.21 format for space-conscious machinery and panel installations.
- Supports enhanced IP66 / IP67 / IP69 protection with CKR 65.
Key Features
- Ilme CKA series protective cover.
- Size 21.21 connector format.
- Designed for female inserts.
- Two-peg closing configuration.
- Zinc die-cast main construction.
- TPE sealing gasket.
- Retaining loop made from nylon and galvanised brass.
- RAL 7040 grey finish.
- Operating temperature range from -40 °C to +125 °C.
Reliable Protection for Industrial Connector Interfaces
Protective covers such as the Ilme CKA03CS help shield unmated industrial connector interfaces from environmental exposure and accidental mechanical contact. Its zinc die-cast construction provides a durable barrier, while the integrated gasket helps maintain the sealing performance of a correctly configured connector assembly.
The two-peg arrangement is designed to engage with compatible lever-equipped Ilme housings, while the retaining loop helps keep the cover attached to the equipment when the connector is in use. This makes the CKA03CS a practical accessory for machinery and control systems where connectors may be connected and disconnected during operation, servicing or maintenance.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machinery and machine-building equipment.
- Factory automation and production systems.
- Electrical control panels and enclosures.
- Protection of unmated female connector interfaces.
- Packaging, processing and material-handling machinery.
- OEM equipment using Ilme size 21.21 multipole connectors.
Technical Specifications
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| Contact Gender | Female | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Type | Insert / Module | |
| Frame Size | 21.21 | |
| Housing Material | Metal (die-cast aluminium) | |
| Product Series | ILME C-Type | |
| IP Rating | IP44, IP66, IP67, IP69 | |
| HS Code | 85389099 | |
| Country of Manufacture | Italy | |
| Manufacturer | Ilme | |
| Series | CKA | |
| Model | CKA03CS | |
| Alternative reference | CKA 03 CS | |
| Product type | Protective connector cover | |
| Connection type | For female inserts | |
| Housing size | 21.21 | |
| Closing type | 2 pegs | |
| Main material | Zinc die-cast | |
| Gasket material | TPE | |
| Loop material | Nylon and galvanised brass | |
| Colour | RAL 7040 grey | |
| Protection rating | IP44; IP66 / IP67 / IP69 with CKR 65 | |
| Operating temperature | -40 °C to +125 °C | |
| Weight | 20.5 g | |
| RoHS conformity | Compliant | |
| UL classification | ECBT2 | |
| cUL classification | ECBT8 | |
| EAN-13 | 8015747039529 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Ilme CKA03CS used for?
The CKA03CS is a metal protective cover for compatible female inserts, helping protect an unmated industrial connector interface in machinery, automation and control equipment.
What size connector does the CKA03CS fit?
The CKA03CS is designed for Ilme connector assemblies using the compact size 21.21 format.
Does the CKA03CS include a gasket?
Yes. The cover incorporates a TPE gasket to support sealing of the connector interface when correctly fitted.
What material is the Ilme CKA03CS made from?
The main cover is manufactured from zinc die-cast metal and finished in RAL 7040 grey.
What is the protection rating of the CKA03CS?
The CKA03CS provides IP44 protection in the standard configuration and can support IP66 / IP67 / IP69 protection when correctly configured with the appropriate Ilme CKR 65 accessory.
Trusted by Industrial Automation Professionals
Ilme industrial connector accessories are widely used by machine builders, panel manufacturers and automation professionals to provide robust, serviceable and protected electrical connections in demanding industrial equipment.
