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Eaton Locking Receptacle, Industrial Grade Glass-Filled Nylon
The Eaton Locking Receptacle is an industrial-grade twist-lock device built for demanding power distribution applications. Constructed from glass filled nylon with an Ultra Grip design, this locking receptacle carries a 20 lbf-inch torque rating, accepts #14-8 AWG wire, and is CSA Certified for reliable, code-compliant performance on industrial jobsites.
Key Features
- Industrial Application: Engineered for industrial-grade locking connections where dependable power transfer is critical.
- Durable Construction: Glass filled nylon face/body material resists impact and wear in demanding environments.
- Ultra Grip Design: Ultra grip design type delivers a secure, positive locking engagement that resists accidental disconnection.
- Wiring Method: Back and side wiring method allows flexible termination during installation.
- Wire Range: Accepts #14-8 AWG allowable wire size for a range of industrial conductor gauges.
- Torque Rating: Rated to 20 lbf-inch for secure terminal connections.
- Operating Temperature: Rated from -40 to 70°C (-40 to 158°F) for reliable performance across wide ambient conditions.
- Voltage Color Coding: Special feature that provides quick visual identification of voltage configuration.
Certifications & Compliance
- CSA Certified
- RoHS Compliant
Technical Specifications
- Torque Rating: 20 lbf-inch
- Application: Industrial
- Product Height: 3.64 in
- Type: Locking Receptacle
- Design Type: Ultra Grip
- Product Length/Depth: 1.62 in
- Wiring Method: Back and side
- Operating Temperature: -40 to 70°C (-40 to 158°F)
- Face/Body Material: Glass Filled Nylon
- Allowable Wire Size: #14-8 AWG
- Special Features: Voltage Color Coding
- Warranty: Refer to warranty document.
Typical Applications
- Industrial Electrical Installations
- Heavy-Duty Power Distribution Equipment
- Locking Plug and Receptacle Connections
- Panelboard and Machine Wiring
- Renovation and New Construction Projects
- Equipment Requiring Secure Twist-Lock Connections
Why Eaton?
Eaton engineers this locking receptacle with glass filled nylon construction and an Ultra Grip design to withstand the rigors of industrial use. Backed by CSA Certification and RoHS compliance, it delivers dependable, code-compliant performance for professional electrical installations.
Variant Specifications
| NEMA Configuration | Color | Voltage | Amperage | SKU | MPN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L16-30 | Red | 480 volts | Standard | AHCL1630R | AHCL1630R |
| L6-20 | Blue | Standard | 20 amperes | AHCL620R | AHCL620R |
| L6-20 | Blue | Standard | 30 amperes | AHCL630R | AHCL630R |
| L6-20 | Orange | Standard | 30 amperes | EAT-AHCL1430R | AHCL1430R |
| L16-30 | Blue | 250 volts | Standard | EAT-AHCL1520R | AHCL1520R |
| L16-30 | Black | 250 volts | Standard | EAT-AHCL1530R | AHCL1530R |
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Wiring method:
- Back and side
- Listing:
- CSA Certified
- Department:
- Electrical
- Operating temperature:
- -40 to 70 °C (-40 to 158 °F)
- Product Height:
- 3.64 in
- Face/body material:
- Glass filled nylon
- Compliances:
- RoHS Compliant
- Product Type:
- Locking Receptacle
- Certifications:
- CSA Certified
- Application:
- Industrial
- Design type:
- Ultra grip
- Allowable wire size:
- #14-8 AWG
- Warranty:
- Refer to warranty document.
- Special features:
- Voltage Color Coding
- Standards:
- RoHS Compliant
- Product Length/Depth:
- 1.62 in
- Product Group:
- Wiring Devices
- Product Subgroup:
- Receptacles & Outlets
- Product Weight:
- 0.33 lb
- Product Material:
- Glass Filled Nylon
- Product Length:
- 1.62 in
Eaton AHCL620R – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What wire sizes will the Eaton Arrow Hart industrial locking receptacle terminate?
Terminals on the Arrow Hart locking receptacle accept #14 through #8 AWG, so it covers everything from a 15A branch circuit conductor up to the heavier feeds used on 30A equipment drops. Terminal screws are torqued to 20 lbf-inch. Wiring is back and side, so you can land conductors straight in the back or wrap the side screws, whichever the box depth allows.
2) Which NEMA configurations and amperages does the Eaton Arrow Hart AHCL locking receptacle come in?
Two configurations are offered: L6-20 and L16-30. In L6-20 you can get AHCL620R (20A, blue), AHCL630R (30A, blue) and AHCL1430R (30A, orange). In L16-30 the options are AHCL1630R (red), AHCL1520R (blue) and AHCL1530R (black). Match the configuration to the plug on the equipment, since twist-lock blade patterns are not interchangeable between NEMA configurations.
3) What is an equivalent industrial locking receptacle to the Eaton Arrow Hart AHCL620R if I need a 125/250V four-wire configuration instead of L6-20?
The Eaton Arrow Hart AHCL620R is an L6-20 two-pole three-wire industrial locking receptacle in glass filled nylon. For a 125/250V four-wire opening, the Leviton 2410 is an industrial grade flush mount locking receptacle rated 20A 125/250V in NEMA L14-20R. The L6-20 and L14-20 configurations are not interchangeable, so match the plug already on the cord or equipment.
4) Is the Bryant 71020ER a direct substitute for the Eaton Arrow Hart locking receptacle?
Not directly. The Bryant 71020ER is a 7 Series flanged locking receptacle, meaning it mounts as a flanged outlet on an enclosure or equipment face. The Eaton Arrow Hart AHCL series is a straight industrial locking receptacle with back and side wiring intended for device box installation. If your drawing calls for a flanged inlet or outlet on a machine housing, the flanged Bryant body is the right form factor; for a standard box, stay with the Eaton.
5) Can this locking receptacle be installed outdoors or in an unheated warehouse?
The operating range is -40 to 70 C (-40 to 158 F), which covers unheated warehouses, cold storage, and equipment rooms that run hot. The body is glass filled nylon, so it takes impact and wear rather than cracking like a brittle face. It is a device only, so for wet or outdoor locations it still needs an enclosure or weatherproof cover rated for the location.
6) Why are these Eaton locking receptacles sold in different colors?
Color is voltage coding, not cosmetics. Arrow Hart uses it so an electrician or maintenance tech can identify the voltage configuration at a glance instead of reading the small print on the face. The AHCL range ships blue, red, black and orange depending on the configuration ordered, so on a plant floor with mixed 250V and 480V drops the color tells you what you are plugging into before you twist.
7) Is the Eaton AHCL locking receptacle industrial grade or just commercial?
It is built as an industrial device: glass filled nylon face and body, Ultra Grip locking engagement to resist an accidental pull-apart, and a 20 lbf-inch terminal torque rating. That is the grade you want on machine wiring, portable power distribution and panelboard feeds, rather than a residential-grade twist-lock.
8) Is the Eaton Arrow Hart locking receptacle CSA certified for work in Canada?
Yes, the AHCL locking receptacle is CSA Certified, and it is also RoHS compliant. That covers the certification line most Canadian jobsite and institutional spec sheets ask for on a twist-lock device.
9) How deep does this twist-lock receptacle sit in the box?
The Arrow Hart locking receptacle measures 3.64 in in height and 1.62 in in length/depth, so figure that depth plus your conductor bends when you pick box depth. Back wiring helps here, since landing conductors from the rear keeps less wire bunched behind the device than side-wrapping does.
10) I need a flanged locking receptacle for equipment, not a flush device. What should I order?
The Arrow Hart AHCL is a flush-style locking receptacle for box mounting, so it is not the part for a flanged inlet-style mount on equipment housing. The Bryant 71020ER from the 7 Series is a flanged locking receptacle and is the right style for that application.
11) How does the Leviton 2420 compare with the Eaton Arrow Hart industrial locking receptacle for a flush-mount install?
Both are industrial grade devices. The Leviton 2420 is an industrial grade flush mount locking receptacle described as impact- and chemical-resistant. The Eaton Arrow Hart AHCL receptacles use a glass filled nylon face and body with an Ultra Grip design and back and side wiring, and are rated for -40 to 70 C (-40 to 158 F) ambient. For cold storage or unheated exterior work the Eaton temperature range is the spec to check against.
12) If I am standardizing a plant on industrial grade locking receptacles, does the Leviton 2330 cover the same duty as the Eaton Arrow Hart AHCL?
Both are specified for industrial duty. The Leviton 2330 is an industrial grade flush-mount locking receptacle described as impact- and chemical-resistant. The Eaton Arrow Hart AHCL is an industrial application device with a glass filled nylon body, CSA Certified and RoHS compliant, accepting #14-8 AWG conductors. Standardize by NEMA configuration first, since the two lines cover different configurations.
13) Will a chemical-resistant locking receptacle hold up better than nylon in a wash-down or plating area?
The Arrow Hart AHCL uses a glass filled nylon face and body, which is built for impact and wear in industrial spaces. If the exposure is chemical rather than mechanical, the Leviton 2330 and Leviton 2420 industrial grade flush mount locking receptacles are specified as impact- and chemical-resistant, which is the better fit for wash-down bays and areas with solvent or acid mist.
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