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Ilme CHI16 Bulkhead housing 2 levers Size 77.27
ILME CHI16 is a C-TYPE size 77.27 bulkhead mounting housing with two locking levers, an NBR gasket and IP65, IP66 and IP69 protection for compatible heavy-duty industrial connector assemblies.
£15.09
Why Choose the ILME CHI16 Bulkhead Housing?
The ILME CHI16, manufacturer designation CHI 16, is a robust bulkhead mounting housing for heavy-duty industrial connectors. Part of the ILME C-TYPE series, it is designed for size 77.27 connector inserts and incorporates two locking levers for secure mating with compatible ILME hoods and connector enclosures.
Designed for fixed installation on control panels, machinery and industrial equipment, the CHI16 provides a dependable interface for detachable power, control and signal connections. Its two levers combine stainless steel and polyamide (PA) components, while an NBR sealing gasket helps provide reliable environmental protection when the connector assembly is correctly closed.
The CHI16 provides IP65, IP66 and IP69 protection when correctly assembled with compatible components. Its RAL 7040 grey finish, size 77.27 format and wide operating temperature range of -40 °C to +125 °C make it suitable for demanding machinery, factory automation and industrial electrical installations.
Key Advantages
- Robust bulkhead mounting housing for heavy-duty industrial connectors.
- Two locking levers provide secure and convenient connector mating.
- Designed for ILME size 77.27 connector inserts.
- IP65 / IP66 / IP69 protection when correctly assembled with compatible components.
- Lever system incorporates stainless steel and polyamide (PA) components.
- NBR sealing gasket supports dependable environmental protection.
Key Features
- ILME C-TYPE series enclosure.
- Bulkhead mounting configuration.
- Size 77.27 connector format.
- Two-lever locking arrangement.
- IP65 / IP66 / IP69 degree of protection.
- Stainless steel and polyamide (PA) levers.
- NBR sealing gasket.
- RAL 7040 grey finish.
- Designed without cable entry for fixed bulkhead installation.
- Wide -40 °C to +125 °C operating temperature range.
Reliable Bulkhead Connection for Industrial Machinery
Bulkhead mounting housings provide a fixed connection point for heavy-duty multipole connectors installed on control panels, machinery and industrial equipment. The ILME CHI16 accommodates compatible size 77.27 inserts and provides a robust interface for detachable electrical connections without requiring a cable entry through the housing itself.
The two locking levers secure a compatible mating hood or enclosure to the bulkhead housing, while the NBR gasket supports environmental sealing. When correctly assembled, the IP65, IP66 and IP69 protection levels make the CHI16 suitable for applications exposed to dust, water and demanding industrial cleaning conditions.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machinery and factory automation.
- Electrical control cabinets and panels.
- Heavy-duty multipole connector installations.
- Manufacturing and production equipment.
- Material handling and conveyor systems.
- Power, control and signal connection interfaces.
Technical Specifications
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| Product Series | ILME C-Type | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Type | Housing | |
| Frame Size | 77.27 | |
| IP Rating | IP65, IP66, IP69 | |
| HS Code | 85389099 | |
| Country of Manufacture | Italy | |
| Manufacturer | ILME | |
| Series | C-TYPE | |
| Model | CHI16 / CHI 16 | |
| Product type | Bulkhead mounting housing | |
| Size | 77.27 | |
| Closing type | 2 levers | |
| Cable entry | Without cable entry | |
| Protection rating | IP65 / IP66 / IP69 | |
| Lever materials | Stainless steel / polyamide (PA) | |
| Gasket material | NBR | |
| Colour | RAL 7040 grey | |
| Operating temperature | -40 °C to +125 °C | |
| Weight | 160.7 g | |
| Certifications | CQC, DNV, BV | |
| UL classification | ECBT2 | |
| cUL classification | ECBT8 | |
| RoHS conformity | Compliant | |
| REACH SVHC | None declared | |
| EAN13 | 8015747017688 | |
| eCl@ss 8.1 | 27440202 | |
| ETIM 7.0 | EC000437 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ILME CHI16 used for?
The CHI16 is a bulkhead mounting housing that provides a fixed mounting interface for compatible ILME size 77.27 heavy-duty connector inserts on machinery, panels and industrial equipment.
What size connector does the ILME CHI16 accommodate?
The CHI16 is designed for the ILME size 77.27 heavy-duty connector enclosure format.
How does the ILME CHI16 lock to a mating connector?
The housing incorporates two locking levers that securely engage with the pegs on a compatible ILME mating hood or enclosure.
What is the IP rating of the ILME CHI16?
When correctly assembled with compatible connector components, the CHI16 provides IP65, IP66 and IP69 protection.
Does the ILME CHI16 have a cable entry?
No. The CHI16 is a bulkhead mounting housing without a cable entry, designed to create a fixed connector interface on a panel or equipment surface.
What temperature range is the ILME CHI16 suitable for?
The specified operating temperature range is -40 °C to +125 °C, supporting use across a wide range of industrial environments.
Trusted by Industrial Connector Professionals
ILME C-TYPE heavy-duty connector enclosures are widely used by machine builders, panel builders and automation engineers to provide robust, secure and environmentally protected electrical connection interfaces for industrial machinery and equipment.
