CRCPQ Ilme Coding pin (for CDC,CQ,CQE,CCE,CMCE,Mixo (16 amp) inesrts)

CRCPQ Ilme Coding pin (for CDC,CQ,CQE,CCE,CMCE,Mixo (16 amp) inesrts)

ILME CRCPQ is a red plastic coding pin for CDC, CQ, CQE, CCE, CMCE and MIXO 16 A connector inserts, designed to help prevent incorrect mating between identical industrial connectors.

SKU: CRCPQAlt SKU: CR CPQMPN: CRCPQ
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Why Choose the ILME CRCPQ Coding Pin?

The ILME CRCPQ is a dedicated coding pin for ILME multipole connector inserts, designed to help prevent incorrect mating between otherwise identical industrial connectors. Also identified by ILME as CR CPQ, this accessory is suitable for CDC, CQ, CQE, CCE, CMCE and MIXO 16 A inserts.

The coding pin is manufactured from red plastic and is installed in a contact cavity of the female connector insert in place of a crimp contact. The corresponding contact position in the male insert is left empty, creating a mechanical coding arrangement that prevents connectors with incompatible functions from being accidentally mated.

Using one or more CRCPQ coding pins allows multiple identical connector assemblies installed close together to be differentiated. This provides a simple and effective method of reducing connection errors in machinery, control panels, production equipment and modular industrial wiring systems.

Key Advantages

  • Provides mechanical coding for compatible ILME connector inserts.
  • Helps prevent accidental mating of connectors assigned to different functions.
  • Compatible with CDC, CQ, CQE, CCE, CMCE and MIXO 16 A inserts.
  • Fits into a female insert contact cavity in place of a crimp contact.
  • Multiple coding pins can be combined to create different mating configurations.
  • Durable red plastic construction for easy identification.

Key Features

  • ILME CR coding accessory range.
  • CR CPQ / CRCPQ coding pin.
  • Designed for compatible 16 A connector insert families.
  • Installed in the female insert instead of a crimp contact.
  • Corresponding male contact cavity is left empty.
  • Supports multiple coding arrangements for identical connector systems.
  • Red plastic construction.
  • Compact pin format for straightforward installation.

Reliable Mechanical Coding for Industrial Connectors

Industrial installations can contain several identical multipole connectors positioned close together. Without a coding system, it may be possible to connect a mobile connector to the wrong corresponding fixed connector, potentially resulting in incorrect electrical connections, equipment malfunction or damage.

The ILME CRCPQ provides a straightforward mechanical coding method. The pin occupies a selected contact position in the female insert while the matching position in the male insert remains vacant. Different pin combinations can therefore be used to distinguish connector pairs while retaining the same basic connector and insert families.

Typical Applications

  • Industrial multipole connector identification.
  • Machine building and factory automation systems.
  • Electrical control panels and switchgear.
  • Modular production equipment.
  • Motor and machinery connection systems.
  • Installations containing multiple identical ILME connectors.

Technical Specifications

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Product Series ILME C-Type
Housing Material Thermoplastic
Device Type Accessory
HS Code 85389099
Country of Manufacture Italy
Manufacturer ILME
Series CR Coding Accessories
Model CRCPQ
ILME designation CR CPQ
Product type Connector coding pin
Material Plastic
Colour Red
Compatible insert families CDC, CQ, CQE, CCE, CMCE and MIXO
Compatible insert rating 16 A
Installation Female insert contact cavity in place of crimp contact
Pin length approx. 31 mm
Pin diameter approx. 2.8 mm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ILME CRCPQ used for?

The ILME CRCPQ is a mechanical coding pin used to distinguish compatible connector pairs and help prevent identical multipole connectors from being connected incorrectly.

Which ILME inserts are compatible with the CRCPQ?

The CRCPQ is designed for CDC, CQ, CQE, CCE, CMCE and MIXO 16 A connector inserts.

How is the CRCPQ coding pin installed?

The coding pin is inserted into a selected contact cavity of the female insert in place of a crimp contact, while the corresponding cavity of the male insert is left empty.

Can more than one CRCPQ coding pin be used?

Yes. Multiple coding pins can be positioned in different contact cavities to create a larger number of selected mating combinations between otherwise identical connectors.

What material and colour is the CRCPQ?

The ILME CRCPQ coding pin is manufactured from red plastic, making it readily identifiable during connector assembly and maintenance.

Trusted ILME Connector Accessories

ILME coding accessories provide a practical method of differentiating industrial multipole connectors, helping machine builders, panel manufacturers and maintenance engineers reduce the risk of incorrect connector mating.