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5-30	5-50	6-15

6-20	6-30	6-50

7-15	7-30	7-50

10-20	10-30	10-50

14-30	14-50	14-60

15-20	15-30	15-50

15-60	18-60	L1-15

L2-20	L5-15	L5-20

L5-30	L6-15	L6-20

L6-30	L7-15	L7-20

L7-30	L8-20	L8-30

L9-20	L9-30	L10-20

L10-30	L11-20	L11-30

L12-20	L12-30	L13-30

L14-20	L14-30	L15-20

L15-30	L16-20	L16-30

L17-30	L18-20	L18-30

L19-20	L19-30	L20-20

L20-30	L21-20	L21-30

L22-20	L22-30	L23-20

L23-30	L25-30	L26-30

ML1-15	ML2-15	ML3-15

	Voltage Voltage

480V AC

	Current Current

30A

	Type Type


Plug	Receptacle

Socket

	Number of Blades Number of Blades

	Number of Slots Number of Slots

	4

	Grounding Grounding

	Grounded

	Connection Type Connection Type

	Turn Lock

	Color Color

	Black		Gray
	White		Yellow

	Shape Shape


90° Elbow	Straight

	Gender Gender

Male

Female

	System of Measurement System of Measurement

Inch

	OD OD

	Housing Material Housing Material

Plastic

Rubber

	Environment Environment

	For Minimum Cable OD For Minimum Cable OD

	For Maximum Cable OD For Maximum Cable OD

3/4"

1.15"

	Specifications Met Specifications Met

	Wire Connection Type Wire Connection Type

	Screw Terminals

	Application Application

Power

	DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement) DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement)

DFARS Specialty Metals
COTS-Exempt

	RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances)

RoHS Compliant

	Environmental Rating Environmental Rating

	REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals) REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals)

REACH Compliant

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About NEMA Plugs, Sockets, and Receptacles

About Industry Designation for Cable Insulation

About Extension Cords

Turn-Lock Plugs, Sockets, and Receptacles

A quarter turn locks these connectors in place to remain secure in high-vibration applications and prevent accidental disconnection.

Receptacles for outlet boxes fit standard wall plates (not included).

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

Four-Blade Plugs

NEMA L16-30 Male

Grounded
NEMA Style	Voltage	Current	OD	Wire Connection Type	For Cable OD	Color		Each
L16-30	480V AC	30A	2.2"	Screw Terminals	0.23"-1.15"	Black	0000000	000000

Four-Blade 90° Elbow Plugs

NEMA L16-30 Male

Grounded
NEMA Style	Voltage	Current	OD	Wire Connection Type	For Cable OD	Color		Each
L16-30	480V AC	30A	2.6"	Screw Terminals	0.23"-1.15"	Black	0000000	000000

Four-Slot Sockets

NEMA L16-30 Female

Grounded
NEMA Style	Voltage	Current	OD	Wire Connection Type	For Cable OD	Color		Each
L16-30	480V AC	30A	2.2"	Screw Terminals	0.23"-1.15"	Black	0000000	000000

Four-Slot Single Female Receptacles

NEMA L16-30 Female

Grounded
NEMA Style	Voltage	Current	Face Dia.	Wire Connection Type	Receptacle Terminal Location	Mounting Location	Color		Each
L16-30	480V AC	30A	1.6"	Screw Terminals	Back, Side	Outlet Box	Black	000000	000000

Four-Slot Panel-Mount Female Receptacles

NEMA L16-30 Female

Grounded
NEMA Style	Voltage	Current	Wire Connection Type	Receptacle Terminal Location	For Panel Cutout Dia.	Color		Each
L16-30	480V AC	30A	Screw Terminals	Back, Side	2.3"	Gray	0000000	000000

Four-Blade Panel-Mount Male Receptacles

NEMA L16-30 Male

Grounded
NEMA Style	Voltage	Current	Wire Connection Type	Receptacle Terminal Location	For Panel Cutout Dia.	Color		Each
L16-30	480V AC	30A	Screw Terminals	Back, Side	2.3"	Gray	0000000	000000

Premium Turn-Lock Plugs, Sockets, and Receptacles

Also known as twist-lock devices, these connectors are built to handle tough, repetitive-use applications, and are more durable than standard turn-lock connectors. A quarter turn locks them in place to remain secure in high-vibration applications and prevent accidental disconnection.

Receptacles for outlet boxes fit standard wall plates (not included).

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

Four-Blade Plugs

NEMA L16-30 Male

Grounded
NEMA Style	Voltage	Current	OD	Wire Connection Type	For Cable OD	Color	Environmental Rating	Specifications Met		Each
L16-30	480V AC	30A	2.3"	Screw Terminals	0.35"-1.15"	Black	IP20	UL Listed, CSA Certified, Fed. Spec. W-C-596, UL 94 HB, UL 498	0000000	000000

Four-Slot Sockets

NEMA L16-30 Female

Grounded
NEMA Style	Voltage	Current	OD	Wire Connection Type	For Cable OD	Color	Specifications Met		Each
L16-30	480V AC	30A	2.3"	Screw Terminals	0.35"-1.15"	Black	UL Listed, CSA Certified, Fed. Spec. W-C-596, UL 94 HB, UL 498	0000000	0000000

Four-Slot Single Female Receptacles

NEMA L16-30 Female

Grounded
NEMA Style	Voltage	Current	Face Dia.	Wire Connection Type	Receptacle Terminal Location	Mounting Location	Color	Environmental Rating	Specifications Met		Each
L16-30	480V AC	30A	1.6"	Screw Terminals	Back, Side	Outlet Box	Black	IP20	UL Listed, CSA Certified, Fed. Spec. W-C-596, UL 94 V-2, UL 498	0000000	0000000

Four-Slot Panel-Mount Female Receptacles

NEMA L16-30 Female

Grounded
NEMA Style	Voltage	Current	Wire Connection Type	Receptacle Terminal Location	For Panel Cutout Dia.	Color	Environmental Rating	Specifications Met		Each
L16-30	480V AC	30A	Screw Terminals	Back	2.2"	White	IP20	UL Listed, CSA Certified, Fed. Spec. W-C-596, UL 94 HB, UL 498	00000000	000000

Four-Blade Panel-Mount Male Receptacles

NEMA L16-30 Male

Grounded
NEMA Style	Voltage	Current	Wire Connection Type	Receptacle Terminal Location	For Panel Cutout Dia.	Color	Specifications Met		Each
L16-30	480V AC	30A	Screw Terminals	Back	2.2"	White	UL Listed, CSA Certified, Fed. Spec. W-C-596, UL 94 HB, UL 498	0000000	000000

Washdown Turn-Lock Connectors and Cords

When mated, connectors meet NEMA 6P for protection against corrosion and washdowns. All have a multiple-ring seal and rubber housing to keep out liquid. They resist heat, oil, and chemicals. A quarter turn locks them in place to remain secure in high-vibration applications and prevent accidental disconnection.

Plugs mate with female receptacles and female sockets with an attached cover.

Male receptacles mate with female sockets without an attached cover.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

Four-Blade Plugs

NEMA L16-30 Male

Plugs									Caps for Plugs
NEMA Style	Voltage	Current	OD	Wire Connection Type	For Cable OD	Color		Each		Each
Grounded
L16-30	480V AC	30A	2.8"	Screw Terminals	0.44"-0.75", 0.88"-1"	Yellow	00000000	000000	000000000	000000
L16-30	480V AC	30A	2.8"	Screw Terminals	0.44"-0.75", 0.88"-1"	Black	000000000	00000	000000000	00000

Four-Slot Sockets

NEMA L16-30 Female

Grounded
NEMA Style	Voltage	Current	OD	Wire Connection Type	For Cable OD	Color		Each
L16-30	480V AC	30A	2.8"	Screw Terminals	0.44"-0.75", 0.88"-1"	Yellow	000000000	000000

Four-Slot Sockets with Attached Cover

NEMA L16-30 Female

Sockets									Replacement Caps for Sockets
NEMA Style	Voltage	Current	OD	Wire Connection Type	For Cable OD	Color		Each		Each
Grounded
L16-30	480V AC	30A	2.8"	Screw Terminals	0.44"-0.75", 0.88"-1"	Yellow	00000000	0000000	000000000	000000
L16-30	480V AC	30A	2.8"	Screw Terminals	0.44"-0.75", 0.88"-1"	Black	000000000	000000	000000000	00000

Four-Slot Single Female Receptacles with Attached Cover

NEMA L16-30 Female

Grounded
NEMA Style	Voltage	Current	Wire Connection Type	Receptacle Terminal Location	Mounting Location	Color		Each
L16-30	480V AC	30A	Screw Terminals	Back	Outlet Box	Yellow	00000000	000000

Outlet Box—3/4 NPT Female Conduit Connection	00000000	Each	000000
Outlet Box—1/2 NPT Female Conduit Connection	00000000	Each	00000

Four-Blade Single Male Receptacles with Attached Cover

NEMA L16-30 Male

Grounded
NEMA Style	Voltage	Current	Wire Connection Type	Receptacle Terminal Location	Mounting Location	Color		Each
L16-30	480V AC	30A	Screw Terminals	Back	Outlet Box	Yellow	000000000	0000000

Outlet Box—1/2 NPT Female Conduit Connection	00000000	Each	000000
Outlet Box—3/4 NPT Female Conduit Connection	00000000	Each	00000

Impact-Resistant Turn-Lock Connectors

A rubber housing protects these connectors from damage caused by drops and impact. Lock them in place with a quarter turn to remain secure in high-vibration applications and prevent accidental disconnection. Not intended for use in wet or damp environments.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

Four-Blade Plugs

NEMA L16-30 Male

Grounded
NEMA Style	Voltage	Current	OD	Wire Connection Type	For Cable OD	Color		Each
L16-30	480V AC	30A	2.1"	Screw Terminals	0.43"-1.15"	Yellow	0000000	000000

Four-Slot Sockets

NEMA L16-30 Female

Grounded
NEMA Style	Voltage	Current	OD	Wire Connection Type	For Cable OD	Color		Each
L16-30	480V AC	30A	2.1"	Screw Terminals	0.43"-1.15"	Yellow	0000000	000000

Corrosion-Resistant Turn-Lock Connectors

Stainless steel hardware and nickel-plated blades or slots protect connectors from damage in corrosive environments. A quarter turn locks them in place to remain secure in high-vibration applications and prevent accidental disconnection.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

Four-Blade Plugs

NEMA L16-30 Male

Grounded
NEMA Style	Voltage	Current	OD	Wire Connection Type	For Cable OD	Environmental Rating	Specifications Met	Color		Each
L16-30	480V AC	30A	2.2"	Screw Terminals	0.35"-1.15"	IP20	UL Listed, CSA Certified, Fed. Spec. W-C-596, UL 498, UL 94 HB	Yellow	0000000	000000

Four-Slot Sockets

NEMA L16-30 Female

Grounded
NEMA Style	Voltage	Current	OD	Wire Connection Type	For Cable OD	Environmental Rating	Specifications Met	Color		Each
L16-30	480V AC	30A	2.3"	Screw Terminals	0.35"-1.15"	IP20	UL Listed, CSA Certified, Fed. Spec. W-C-596, UL 498, UL 94 HB	Yellow	0000000	0000000

Turn-Lock Extension Cords for Harsh Environments

NEMA L16-30 Plug

NEMA L16-30 Socket

These cords have an oil- and water-resistant insulation and impact-resistant connectors for protection in harsh environments. Give the connectors a quarter turn to lock in place; they remaining secure in high-vibration applications.

					Cord
Lg., ft.	Wire Ga.	Current, A	Voltage	Power-Indicating Light	OD	Insulation Material	Industry Designation	Specifications Met	Color		Each
NEMA L16-30 Plug × L16-30 Socket
25	10	30	480V AC	Without Power-Indicating Light	0.75"	Rubber	SOOW	UL Listed	Yellow	0000000	0000000