Appleton announces the ASR Nonmetallic Interlocked Receptacle with Enclosed Disconnect Switch, a 600 Vac power connection platform engineered to eliminate load-switching risk, maximize mounting flexibility, and perform flawlessly in hose-down areas, damp or corrosive locations, and raintight or watertight non-hazardous applications.
The ASR’s core safety is absolute: the plug cannot be inserted or withdrawn under load. The mechanical interlock physically secures the plug until the disconnect switch is actuated, therefore preventing arc flash events, motor damage, and OSHA violations at the source. Dead-front design ensures the receptacle remains de-energized until the plug is fully seated and the switch engaged.
The ASR switch itself represents the latest in contact technology: self-cleaning contacts driven by a solid bridge bar eliminate single-phase motor events. Quick make/break action delivers the electrical life your operation demands shift after shift. And when lockout/tagout protocols apply, the switch locks in the OFF position in full compliance with OSHA Regulation 1910.147.
The ASR enclosure is manufactured from VALOX® thermoplastic polyester that is UV-stabilized, corrosion-resistant, and sealed with a seamless form-in-place gasket. Built tough with stainless steel hardware throughout, the ASR is IP66 rated and meets the UL04–5V plastics flammability safety standard. Whether the installation site is a pulp and paper mill, a refrigerated truck terminal, a shipyard, or an automotive stamping plant, the ASR is engineered to outlast the environment.
Moveable mounting feet accommodate irregular surfaces without custom fabrication, while internal mounting tubes are available where clearance is limited. The supplied conduit hub installs on the top or bottom of the enclosure (1.0” for 30A; 1.25” for 60A), giving electricians real flexibility in conduit routing. In addition, a hidden hinge system eliminates exposed hardware that can trap contaminants which is a critical feature in food processing and sanitary environments.
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