Appleton POWERTITE Series User Manual

Power Cable
(11) Cable Clamp Screw
(3) Set Screw
(7) Washer
(8) Multi-Cut Grommet
(10) Locking Tab
(9) Bayonet Ring
Strip Length Jacket
(5) Insulator Block
(2) Front Housing(1) Rear Housing
Solid Side
(4) Strain Relief
(6) Adjustable
Cable Clamps
NONMETALLIC POWERTITE
®
PLUG SERIES
WIRING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: BE SURE THE POWER IS OFF BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.
READ ENTIRE DIRECTIONS BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.
CAUTION: Check to see that the rating label on the device is correct for the installation.
Select cable/conductor of suitable ampacity, service type and temperature. See TABLE A.
Figure 1
All installations must comply with applicable local code, National Electric Codes and/or Canadian Electrical Code.
Table A
Ampere
Rating
4W Cable Dia. Range
Terminal
Wire Range
(Extra Flex)
Strip Length (Fig. 2)
Torque value
Jacket
a
Conductor
b
Terminal
Pressure Screws
Strain relief
nut (4)
Cable Clamp
Screw (11)
inch
AWG
inch
inch
in.lb
in.lb
in.lb
30
0.45 – 1.12 for S, SO, STO
G & W
#12 - #6 1.75 0.7 30 - 35 min. 66 18
60
0.50 – 1.45 for S, SO, STO
G & W
#8 - #4 2.5 0.9 30 – 35 min. 66 35
Figure 2 Figure 3
CAUTION The conductor size of the cord must be within the range specified in Table A.
Use cable with diameters within the specified range given in Table A. Failure to do so may result in
overstressed wire terminations which could cause the conductors to pull out of the terminals and cause
serious/fatal personal injury and/or equipment damage.
NOTE: Plugs are to be used with Type G, W, S, SO, STO or equivalent "extra hard usage" portable cable w/copper conductors,
per Table A and to National Electrical Code, Articles 400 and/or Canadian Electrical Code, Table 12.
Copper
Conductors
ONLY!

Appleton POWERTITE Series Specifications

General

Brand	Appleton
Model	POWERTITE Series
Category	Cables and connectors
Language	English

Summary

Plug Installation Overview

Safety and Preparation Guidelines

Emphasizes turning off power, checking ratings, and selecting suitable cable before installation.

Plug Components Identification

Illustrates and identifies the various parts of the nonmetallic plug series for reference.

Cable and Torque Specifications

Lists required cable diameter, wire range, strip lengths, and torque values for proper installation.

Wiring Procedure and Final Assembly

Disassembly and Cable Preparation

Details disassembling the plug, stripping cable jacket, and preparing the strain relief.

Conductive Wire Connection

Explains connecting wires to terminals, ensuring conductors bottom in the terminal well.

Housing Assembly and Securing

Details threading rear housing, aligning locking tab, and securing the plug assembly.

Critical Wiring Safety

Highlights risks of electrocution if wiring steps are not completed properly.