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"Cooper Wiring Devices 5246 Flanged Outlet Receptacle, Brass, 15A 125V NEMA 5-15R"

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Cooper Wiring Devices 5246 Flanged Outlet Receptacle, Brass, 15A 125V NEMA 5-15R

The Cooper Wiring Devices 5246 Flanged Outlet Receptacle is a two-pole, three-wire grounding receptacle built for dependable electrical connections in professional and residential settings. Rated 125V and 15A and configured to the NEMA 5-15R standard, this flanged outlet features a brass contact material for reliable conductivity and is engineered with corrosion-resistant construction to hold up under repeated use. It accepts #14 AWG wire, making it a solid choice wherever a standard grounded outlet is required. This receptacle is available in Black and Steel finishes, allowing installers to match the outlet to the surrounding device plate or equipment housing while keeping the same electrical performance and grounding configuration across both options.

Key Features

  • NEMA Configuration: 5-15R configuration for compatibility with standard 15A, 125V grounding plugs.
  • Durable Construction: Brass contact material delivers reliable conductivity and long-term durability.
  • Electrical Rating: Rated 125V and 15A for standard residential and commercial circuits.
  • Two-Pole, Three-Wire Grounding: Provides a properly grounded connection for safe equipment operation.
  • Wire Compatibility: Accepts #14 AWG wire for a secure, code-compliant termination.
  • Corrosion Resistant: Special corrosion-resistant construction supports long service life in varied conditions.
  • Color Options: Offered in Black and Steel to suit a variety of installation aesthetics.

Technical Specifications

  • Contact Material: Brass
  • Receptacle Type: Two-pole, three-wire, grounding
  • Voltage Rating: 125V
  • Number Of Poles: Two-pole
  • Allowable Wire Size: #14 AWG
  • Nema Configuration: 5-15R
  • Amperage Rating: 15A
  • Special Features: Corrosion resistant
  • Number Of Wires: Three-wire
  • Color: Black, Steel

Typical Applications

  • Residential and Commercial Electrical Wiring
  • General-Purpose Grounded Outlet Installations
  • Standard 125V, 15A Circuit Wiring
  • Renovation and New Construction Projects
  • Panelboard-Fed Branch Circuit Outlets

Why Cooper Wiring Devices?

Cooper Wiring Devices builds this flanged outlet receptacle with a brass contact material for reliable conductivity and corrosion-resistant construction for lasting performance. The two-pole, three-wire grounding design and 125V, 15A rating make it a dependable, code-compliant choice for professionals wiring standard grounded circuits in residential and commercial applications, and the Black and Steel color options make it easy to coordinate the finish with existing devices and plates on the job.

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Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Contact Material:
Brass
Receptacle Type:
Two-pole, three-wire, grounding
Voltage Rating:
125V
Number Of Poles:
Two-pole
Allowable Wire Size:
#14 AWG
Nema Configuration:
5-15R
Amperage Rating:
15A
Special Features:
Corrosion resistant
Number Of Wires:
Three-wire
Product Type:
Receptacle
Product Material:
Brass
Department:
Electrical
Product Group:
Wiring Devices
Product Color:
Black, Steel
Configuration:
Two-Pole, Three-Wire Grounding
Product Subgroup:
Receptacles & Outlets

Cooper Wiring Devices 5279C – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Does this Cooper receptacle have GFCI or tamper-resistant shutters?
No. The 5246 is a plain two-pole, three-wire grounding 5-15R outlet with no ground-fault protection and no tamper-resistant shutters. If the location calls for GFCI, look at the Pass & Seymour 2097HGI hospital grade self-test GFCI; for tamper resistance in dwelling units, the Pass & Seymour 3232TRW Trademaster is a tamper-resistant duplex.
2) What is a straight equivalent to the Cooper 5246 flanged outlet if I need a 15A 125V 5-15R device on a standard wall box instead?
The Cooper Wiring Devices 5246 is a two-pole, three-wire grounding device rated 15A at 125V in the NEMA 5-15R configuration. If the opening is a standard wall box rather than a flanged surface application, the Eaton Arrow Hart 5262W is the closest match on electrical ratings: it is a heavy-duty industrial duplex receptacle also rated 15A 125V in 5-15R, built to industrial specification grade. The difference is form factor and outlet count rather than circuit rating, so the same 15A branch circuit and #14 AWG conductors apply.
3) The equipment I am feeding pulls more than 15 amps - what should I use instead of the Cooper 5246?
The Cooper 5246 flanged outlet is rated 15A at 125V, so it is not the device for a 20A load. On the same 125V system, the Bryant 5362B is a heavy-duty duplex receptacle rated 20A/125V, and the Pass and Seymour 26352W is a heavy-duty specification grade decorator duplex also rated 20A 125V. Both require the branch circuit, breaker, and conductors to be sized for 20A, which is a different rough-in than the #14 AWG the Cooper 5246 is listed to accept.
4) My outlet is in a wet or hazardous area - is the corrosion-resistant Cooper 5246 enough, or do I need something else?
The Cooper 5246 is built with corrosion-resistant construction and brass contacts, which addresses damp and chemically harsh service, but it is a general-purpose 15A 125V 5-15R device, not a hazardous-location fitting. For a classified area, the Appleton FSQC Series interlocked explosionproof receptacle is the different class of product to specify, and the Appleton U-Line ECS factory-sealed 15 and 20 amp plug and receptacle set is a 3-pole factory-sealed option. For GFCI protection in patient care or wet locations, the Pass and Seymour 2097HGI is a hospital grade 20A self-test GFCI duplex.
5) What do I use instead of the Cooper 5246 if the circuit is 277V or higher voltage?
The Cooper 5246 is rated 125V only and will not serve a higher-voltage circuit. For a 277V motor-duty connection, the Bryant 430R9W in the 4750DR series is a two-pole, three-wire 277V motor-duty receptacle. For high-voltage industrial cord connections, the Eaton 7379 is an industrial locking receptacle rated 50A at 600V/250V AC/DC. Both use different configurations from 5-15R, so the mating plug changes with the device.
6) Is the Bryant 70520FR flanged locking receptacle a substitute for the Cooper 5246 flanged outlet?
They mount similarly but they are not interchangeable at the plug. The Cooper 5246 is a straight-blade NEMA 5-15R device rated 15A 125V, so it accepts standard grounding cord caps. The Bryant 70520FR is a 7 Series NEMA flanged locking receptacle, which requires a matching twist-lock plug and will not accept a straight-blade 5-15P cord. Choose the locking device only when the cord set is already twist-lock or the connection must resist vibration pull-out.
7) Will a standard three-prong appliance cord plug into the Cooper 5246?
Yes. The NEMA 5-15R configuration is the common household and commercial grounded outlet pattern, so any standard 15A 125V three-prong cord cap mates with it. The two-pole, three-wire grounding design carries hot, neutral and an equipment ground.
8) Is this a locking receptacle, or will the cord pull out?
It is a straight-blade NEMA 5-15R, not a twist-lock, so a plug pulls straight out. Where vibration or accidental unplugging is a concern on portable equipment, use a flanged locking device instead, such as the Bryant 70520FR 7 Series flanged locking receptacle or the Pass & Seymour L2130R 30A single receptacle for higher-amperage loads.
9) I need a single 15A outlet, not a duplex - what are my options besides the Cooper 5246?
The Cooper 5246 is a single flanged outlet rated 15A 125V, 5-15R. For a single-outlet device in a conventional box, the Eaton 816W is a commercial specification grade single receptacle rated 15A. If you want a decorator-style single opening, the Eaton 6450W is an industrial specification grade decorator single receptacle that accepts #14-10 AWG, giving you a wider conductor range than the #14 AWG the Cooper 5246 is listed for.
10) For a residential unit that needs tamper-resistant outlets, can I use the Cooper 5246?
The Cooper 5246 is a two-pole, three-wire grounding 5-15R device with corrosion-resistant construction; tamper resistance is not part of how it is built. Where dwelling-unit receptacles must be tamper resistant, the Pass and Seymour 3232TRW Trademaster tamper-resistant duplex is the device written for that requirement. Property managers standardizing a building often use the tamper-resistant duplex in living spaces and reserve a flanged outlet like the 5246 for equipment and cord-connection points.
11) Is the Pass and Seymour L2130R a heavier-duty version of the Cooper 5246?
No - it is a different connection type, not an upgrade of the same device. The Cooper 5246 is a 15A, 125V straight-blade 5-15R flanged outlet accepting #14 AWG. The Pass and Seymour L2130R is a 30A L2130 single receptacle, a locking configuration used for three-phase style cord connections, and nothing with a standard 5-15P cord cap will mate to it. If the goal is simply a more robust 125V device, a heavy-duty duplex such as the Bryant 5362BI at 20A/125V stays in the straight-blade family.
12) What color options does the Cooper flanged outlet come in?
Two: steel (part 5246) and black (part 5279C). Both are the same 15A 125V 5-15R flanged outlet, so the choice is cosmetic, usually matched to the equipment or enclosure it is mounted on.
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