Switch rated connectors for Ports, Shipyards & Vessels
Marechal s DECONTACTOR ideally suited Connect with confidence & disconnect with safety Thanks to its integral load-break isolating switch mechanism, the decontactor socket allows users to connect and disconnect electrical equipment safely up to 250 A: a release button cuts the power and de-energises the plug before it can be removed. Even in the event of a short-circuit, the decontactor guarantees user safety and eliminates any electrocution hazard. Automatic watertight seal Our decontactors are automatically watertight (high pressure washing, temporary immersion) just by inserting the plug or by closing the socket lid when you remove the plug. There is no need to turn any sealing ring! Robust and reliable The decontactor has silver-nickel butt contacts which guarantee superior electrical performance and environmentally sound (-40 C to +60 C) Its glass-fibre reinforced polyester or metal housings provide excellent resistance to shock (IK08 / IK09) UV and corrosion. Endurance to over currents and 100% duty factor Decontactors can carry significant overloads: 2 to 8 times more than it s required by the standard IEC 60309-1. It supports a voltage up to 1 000 V a.c. and up to 250 V d.c., permanent or alternating current without damages or overheating. Marine certification of the DSN/DXN/SP/SPX ranges by Bureau Veritas is pending Marechal connectors are already used in marine applications for more than 20years, especially for navy and Oil&Gas projects. Pumps Compressors Converters Distribution boxes ENSURE SAFETY FOR PERSONNEL... Decontactors features ensure safety by preventing access to live parts, by providing superior electrical connections that do not deteriorate with wear or oxidisation and by allowing users to make and break connections safely - even in wet or during overload conditions. 2
for vessels, ports, marinas and shipyards At the heart of Marechal s technology Load-break plug release button: no need for a pilot conductor to switch power first Watertight seal: IP66/67 protection Central earth contact: no danger of forcing an earth contact into a phase or neutral Anti-corrosion treated Spring-loaded elastic terminals: resist vibrations and temperature changes Socket safety shutter: prevents unwanted access to live parts (IPX4) Silver-nickel tipped contacts: excellent current carrying performance Glassfibre-reinforced polyester or metal bodies: excellent mechanical resistance to abuse Integral cable seal: range-take seal anchors cable sheath 345 kwh 123 m3 Crane connections Ship connections Marinas Conveyors... & SIMPLIFY MAINTENANCE Decontactors allow fans, pumps, heaters, cutting/welding tools and other equipment to be connected safely with plug and play simplicity. Fitters can easily replace or service visibly isolated equipment without needing an electrician on site. Equipment replacement times are significantly reduced, worker exposure to harsh environments is minimized and re-wiring errors are eliminated. 3
Focus on vessels, ports, marinas & shipyards DECONTACTOR TM, a plug and socket technology that solves your connection problems on ports, shipyards and on board. Its robust design guarantees durability and reliability. Its automatic watertight seal and load-break disconnection capability means safety for the workers. Weather conditions and corrosive sea environment With so much water, salt and humidity, brass copper contacts suffer from oxidization and thus failure. Decontactor advantage Our design uses silver-nickel butt contacts which resist to corrosion. The decontactor is automatically IP66/67 watertight, it resists water jetting and temporary immersion. Crane connections Some process equipment such as a crane is moved from one ship to another. Decontactor advantage The decontactor s integral load-breaking capability simplifies connection and disconnection procedures, it can be easily operated by one single person, saving time and money. Harsh environment on shipyards Salt corrosion, humidity, temperature change and mechanical shocks lead to bad connection and overheating, and ultimately failure. Advantage of butt-contact technology Thanks to its butt contact technology and superior material, the decontactor resists shocks and corrosion. Power supply is always available when needed, even after years in use. 4
Durable equipment and cost saving Plugs and sockets often need to be replaced frequently due to conditions of use. Decontactor advantage The decontactor s robust casing, frictionless contact technology, provide excellent resistance to temperature changes (-40 C to +60 C) and shocks (IK08 / IK09) and corrosion. After a short period, you will see your maintenance expenses decrease! Effortless operation To connect or disconnect a plug and socket with 250 A or more needs much physical effort, especially when corrosion and overheating has deformed the sleeves in the socket. Advantage of butt-contact technology Marechal s butt-contact technology is used on PF plugs and sockets (up to 600 A) and SP single pole connectors (up to 700 A and more). The technology and the superior materials used prevent heating and corrosion. Connection remains effortless even after years in use. Public safety Sockets-outlets in public area can be misused and could lead to injuries for adults and children. Decontactor advantage Access to the electrical contacts is protected by IP4X protection against foreign objects and hazardous parts. The socket-outlet contacts are kept clean and inaccessible even when the lid is opened. Oil and gas In hazardous area atmospheres, the ATEX regulation dated 23rd March 1994 and 199/92/EC require certified equipments. Advantage decontactor ATEX DXN decontactor is EX approved for zone 1 and 2. In a compact design it guarantees 10 000 operations. Note Cost Saver: An extra advantage is that DXN type ATEX plugs can fit into industrial DSN sockets negating the need to install the more expensive ATEX socket is the safe area workshop. Of course the industrial DSN plug cannot fit the ATEX socket. 5
Product selection guide (See our main catalogue for product details and part-numbers) DECONTACTOR TM : A WIDE RANGE OF PLUGS AND SOCKETS Integral load-break isolating switch Easy and safe to handle Reliability and long service time thanks to silver-nickel butt-contact technology Spring-assisted non-loosening terminals resist vibration and extreme temperature from -40 C to +60 C UV and corrosion resistant Up to 1000 V a.c. or 250 V d.c DS DECONTACTOR TM range The DS decontactors are our widest range offering rated currents from: Polyester, 30 to 90 A and metal-bodied, 50 to 400 A. It provides the user many options: padlocking, auxiliary contacts 5 sizes from 30 to 250 A with AC22 / AC23 load-break capability IK08 robust design (glass fibre reinforced polyester body), IK09 (metal body) safety shutter on the socket to shield the contacts IP54/55 watertight automatically upon connection (IP66/67 optional) product up to 400 A also available without load-breaking capacity unique keying system allows discrimination between 24 different power supplies. DN DECONTACTOR TM range The DN decontactor was designed in 1953 but still is fully compliant with the most recent safety regulations. Its metal bodied rugged design remains a favourite with industries requiring robust connections. 5 sizes from 20 to 150 A with AC22 load-break capability IK09 metal casing for harsh environments IP54/55 watertight automatically upon connection (IP66/67 optional) heavy duty simple design for use in very dusty environments even by non skilled worker unique keying system allows discrimination between 16 different power supplies. DSN / DXN DECONTACTOR TM range The DSN decontactor was designed for humid and corrosive environments thanks to its automatic watertightness IP66/67 against water jetting and temporary immersion. polyester casings, resistant to chemicals conditions and shocks (IK08) ambient temperature: -40 C to +60 C safety shutter on the socket to shield the contacts versions up to 37 contacts AC23 load-break capability dual voltage system reduces costs. From 16 A to 63 A Available in metal version from 16 A to 200 A: DX decontactor. 6 The DXN decontactors offer the same features as the DSN. They can be used in zones 1 and 2 (gas) and in zones 21 and 22 (dust). Their main applications are for supplying machines and equipments in explosive atmospheres. Marine certification of the DSN and DXN ranges by Bureau Veritas, for on board application in boats, is pending.
PLUGS AND CONNECTORS SP Single Pole power connector The SP connectors are designed for safety, durability and ease of operation. SP sockets are IP2X rated to prevent accidental finger contact with live parts and also equipped with pilot contacts for controlling the power circuit. 700 A, more if used in parallel connection up to 1000 V a.c. and up to 1500 V d.c. T5 ATEX classification ambient temperature: -40 C to +60 C automatic IP66/IP67 ingress protection mechanical and electrical interlocking system The SP connector is ideal for power supply to ship at port. The SPX is the ATEX certified version of the SP, with an e protection mode. It can be used in gas (zones 1 & 2) and dust (zones 21 & 22). The SPX connector is used on off-shore plat-forms and FPSO s. Marine certification of the SP and SPX ranges by Bureau Veritas, for on board application in boats, is pending. PF High current plugs and sockets (315 to 600A) 5 sizes from 315A to 600A up to 1000V AC or DC up to 8 pilot or auxiliary contacts easy and safe to handle with locking system reliability and long service time thanks to silver butt-contact technology corrosion resistant metal casing IK10, durable in harsh environments IP 66/67 watertight service temperature range -40 to +60 C. keying system with 7 to 10 positions to avoid incorrect connections mechanical and electrical interlocking system 7
This is more than a plug and socket. The DECONTACTOR TM is a plug and socket with an integral load-break isolating switch. Combining these functions into the same unit makes the decontactor a safe, reliable and compact disconnection device for motors and power supplies, saving you time and cost. It is the ideal electrical connector for ports and shipyards. Innovation for safety and flexibility For over fifty years, the Marechal decontactor has been known for safety and flexibility. With 7% revenue spent on R&D, we continue to innovate and offer the products to meet the varying needs of our customers. United Kingdom & Eire MARECHAL ELECTRIC S.A. Tel. : 0844 804 2066 Fax : 0844 804 4231 e-mail : sales@marechal.co.uk www.marechal.com Head office MARECHAL ELECTRIC S.A. 5, avenue de Presles 94417 Saint-Maurice Cedex- France Tel. : +33 (0)1 45 11 60 00 Fax : +33 (0)1 45 11 60 60 e-mail : sales@marechal.fr www.marechal.com BECMA is an international association of manufacturers of butt-contact connectors. It is the only organisation that is able to guarantee that when a plug made by one member manufacturer is mated with a socket made by another complies with the European Low Voltage Directive. BECMA oversees the compliance of mixed plugs and sockets between its members. www.becma.ch Anplapor200909