Appleton™ C2KX Series Marine Cable Connectors provide dependable mechanical retention and electrical continuity through a removable armor termination, giving installers a faster, more serviceable alternative to traditional fixed-termination designs. Featured metal-to-metal armor clamping, the connectors are engineered for armor braid shipboard cable and all IEC braid cable types.
The C2KX Series expands Appleton’s comprehensive lineup of deluge-proof connectors for marine shipboard and IEC 60529 (IEE45) armor jacketed cable systems, reinforcing Appleton’s position as a trusted name in harsh and hazardous electrical infrastructure. Engineered for hazardous locations worldwide, the Series carries Class I, Zone 1/21 and Zone 2/22 approvals, plus Class I, Division 2, Groups A–D, backed by global certification marks including UL, cCSAus, IECEx, and ATEX.
Marine and shipboard environments demand connectors that perform under constant exposure to moisture, vibration, and mechanical stress. The C2KX Series was engineered specifically to meet that challenge by combining a robust environmental seal with a removable armor termination that simplifies both installation and maintenance. Key performance features are:
Environmental Sealing, UL Listed: The C2KX provides a reliable environmental seal on the cable outer jacket and is UL Listed for both NPT and Metric entry threads, giving specifiers flexibility across global installation standards.
Deluge-Proof: As part of Appleton’s broader family of deluge-proof connectors, the C2KX is built to withstand direct, sustained water exposure. This is a critical requirement for marine shipboard and armor-jacketed cable applications operating under IEC 60529 (IEE45) conditions.
Division 2: The C2KX is permitted in Division 2 areas on equipment without an internal source of ignition, extending its applicability to hazardous location installations.
Removable Armor Termination: A removable armor cone and ring offers secure mechanical retention and electrical continuity, while significantly reducing time and complexity during termination, inspection, and re-termination.
Displacement Seal: The C2KX employs a displacement seal on the outer sheath of the cable to maintain a consistent, reliable barrier against moisture and environmental ingress.
Certifications and Standards Compliance
The C2KX Series is tested and certified to the industry’s most rigorous standards:
- UL Standards: UL 50, UL 514B, UL 2225
- UL Listed: E200163-19990430, E256367-20060104
- CSA Standards: C22.2 No. 0-10.18.3-04, 94.1-07, 94.2-07, CAN/CSA E60079-7:03, CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60529:05
- CSA Certified: 2367109
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