Overview
The
33-18047 is a Meltric DS20 male inlet rated for 277/480V AC and 20 Amps. It is built with 3 Pole + Neutral + Ground, 14-8 AWG wiring capacity, and a screw terminal design for industrial power connection points.277/480V AC20 A3 P + N + GIP54
Its impact-resistant blue thermoplastic polyester body is reinforced with fiberglass and uses silver-nickel contacts for durable conductivity. The housing is designed for exposure to chemicals and UV radiation while maintaining a Type 3R, IP54 environmental rating.
⚡ DS Series Safety Connection
Disconnect Rating: Branch Circuit & Motor Circuit Disconnect Switching
Short Circuit Rating: 100kA Close & Withstand
Contact Material: Silver-nickel contacts support reliable conductivity and repeated connection cycles.
Key Features
- 277/480V AC voltage rating: matches DS20 power inlet requirements
- 20 Amps current rating: supports industrial branch and motor circuit connections
- 3 Pole + Neutral + Ground: configured for the listed circuit layout
- 14-8 AWG wiring capacity: accepts common industrial conductor sizes
- Screw terminals: provide secure field wiring connections
- Branch Circuit & Motor Circuit Disconnect Switching: rated for AC disconnect switching
- 100kA Close & Withstand: supports high fault-current withstand requirements
- IK09 impact rating: reinforced housing helps resist mechanical damage
- Type 3R, IP 54 (Partial protection from dust, and splashing water from any direction): suited for protected outdoor and industrial environments
- UL, CSA listed: supports code-compliant installations
✅ Why Choose This DS20 Male Inlet?
This DS20 male inlet gives equipment builders and maintenance teams a rugged connection point for 277/480V AC circuits while supporting Meltric DS Series safety features that help reduce arc flash exposure during connection and disconnection.
Applications
The 33-18047 is designed for DS Series power connections in industrial environments where safe disconnect performance and durable construction matter.
- Industrial equipment power inlets
- Motor disconnect and branch circuit connection points
- Pumps, compressors, fans, and production machinery
- Machine tools and automated equipment cells
- Facilities requiring Type 3R / IP54 DS Series inlet connections
⚠️ Product Note
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Performance Benefits
- Helps lower arc flash risk when used as part of a compatible DS Series connection system
- Silver-nickel contacts maintain reliable conductivity through repeated mating cycles
- Fiberglass-reinforced thermoplastic housing resists impact, UV exposure, and chemicals
- High short-circuit close and withstand rating supports demanding industrial power circuits
🔧 Built for Industrial Power Systems
The fiberglass-reinforced housing, screw terminals, and silver-nickel contacts help this inlet hold up in demanding production, maintenance, and facility power applications.
