Product Description
Australian and New Zealand electrical installations following AS/NZS 3000 designate white for the L2 phase conductor. The PowerFit 400A Panel Source in white provides a permanent panel-mounted power inlet for mining operations, outdoor festival infrastructure, and industrial facilities across the Oceania region. The connector's 1000V AC / 1500V DC maximum voltage rating and 4500V AC dielectric test voltage provide substantial safety margins for demanding electrical environments, while the patent key-release pin mechanism ensures safe disconnection without specialized tooling.
Key Features
- 400A continuous current capacity at 120mm squared cable; 660A continuous at 240mm squared cable for heavy-duty applications
- Male contact design provides the power source pin for mating with Line Drain or Panel Drain connectors
- Patent key-release pin with POM (Polyoxymethylene) cotter pin enables tool-free disconnection without risking contact damage
- M12 threaded post with brass nut and spring washer for permanent, vibration-resistant panel installation
- Four diameter 5.5mm fixing holes on flange (42mm x 42mm cut-out dimension) ensure secure mechanical mounting
- Plastic end cap over male contact provides IP 2X finger protection against electric shock when unmated
- Push-and-twist locking mechanism maintains positive mechanical engagement across 500 rated mating cycles
- Brass contact with silver plating delivers 0.1 milliohms contact resistance for minimal voltage drop and heat generation
- Non-conductive thermoplastic housing rated UL94-V0 flame retardant for safety-critical installations
- IP67 rating while connected ensures protection against water and dust ingress in outdoor or washdown environments
- 1000V AC / 1500V DC maximum voltage rating with 4500V AC dielectric test voltage for substantial safety margins
- Maximum nut torque: 12 to 14 N/meter for proper fastening without over-tightening
Certifications & Standards
- TUV Rheinland certified (ID 1111303479) - Type Approved, Safety, Regular Production Surveillance
- CE marked for European market compliance
- RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) compliant
- REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals) compliant
- UL94-V0 flame retardancy classification for the housing material
- IP67 environmental protection rating while mated (dust-tight, resistant to temporary submersion)
- Short circuit capacity: Up to 35.5 kiloamperes
- Insulation resistance: Greater than 5000 megohms at 500V AC
- Working temperature range: 45 to 85 degrees Celsius
Applications
- Three-phase power distribution panels requiring dedicated L2 phase inlets
- Dimmer rack and lighting control enclosures for theatrical and concert touring systems
- Industrial manufacturing equipment with balanced three-phase power requirements
- Power management systems for mining and heavy industry operations
- UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) bypass panels and transfer switch enclosures
- Festival and outdoor event power distribution boards with weather-exposed installations
- Generator paralleling switchboards requiring per-phase connection management
Compatibility
The PowerFit 400A Panel Source connector is compatible with major brands of single-pole power connector systems. Its M12 threaded post interface and push-and-twist mating mechanism with key-release pin ensure standardized connection geometry across certified suppliers. The male contact mates with PowerFit Line Drain and Panel Drain connectors. Verify mechanical and electrical specifications with your mating connector manufacturer to confirm impedance matching and safe operating parameters. Use the color-coded and mechanically keyed design as a visual safeguard to prevent cross-phase connection errors during installation or reconfiguration.
Phase / Wire Color Convention
| Region | L1 | L2 | L3 | N | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NA 120/208V 1 | Green / G-Y | ||||
| NA 277/480V 2 | Green / G-Y | ||||
| IEC 60446 3 | Green-Yellow | ||||
| AU/NZ Legacy 4 | Green-Yellow | ||||
| China 5 | Green-Yellow |
1 North America 120/208V (NEMA / NEC) 2 North America 277/480V (NEMA / NEC) 3 Europe, UK, Australia (current IEC 60446)
4 Australia / New Zealand legacy (pre-IEC) 5 China (GB 50303) G-Y = Green-Yellow (earth/ground)
Frequently Asked Questions
How does PFPS-2W combine panel mounting with disconnect convenience?
PFPS-2W is a KUPO PowerFit 400A panel source connector with a white housing, identifying Line 2 (L2) under Australia conventions. Mounted permanently at generator outputs, main panels, and power supply enclosures, it is the origin point from which power flows outward through the PowerFit system. Despite being panel-mounted, it retains the key-release mechanism for convenient field disconnection. It is commonly deployed in marine and shipyard applications. Shipyard and dockside power connections face salt spray, high humidity, and the corrosive marine environment.
How much current can PFPS-2W supply from a distribution panel?
PFPS-2W is rated for 400 amperes continuous with 120mm2 cable, scaling to 660 amperes with 240mm2 cable. The maximum voltage rating is 1000V AC or 1500V DC. The M12 threaded post termination accepts conductors through a brass nut and washer assembly, tightened to a maximum of 12 to 14 N/m. The four-point flange mount with 5.5mm fixing holes distributes mechanical load across the panel surface.
What does the white housing on PFPS-2W represent under Australia standards?
White as L2 follows Australian wiring conventions, where the three-phase set is red (L1), white (L2), blue (L3). This variant specifically serves Australian, New Zealand, and related Asia-Pacific markets. On the Panel Source, the white housing is visible on the connector face at the power origin point. Color coding at the source end of the distribution chain is especially important because phase assignment errors at the panel propagate through every downstream connection. The stark visual contrast between white L2 and the darker L1/L3 conductors makes phase tracing straightforward in Australian installations.
What independent testing has PFPS-2W undergone?
PFPS-2W is TUV Rheinland certified (ID 1111303479) under Type Approval, Safety, and Regular Production Surveillance categories. It also carries CE marking, RoHS compliance (Restriction of Hazardous Substances), and REACH compliance. The housing material achieves a UL94-V0 flammability rating, which is the highest classification for vertical flame resistance in plastics, meaning the material self-extinguishes within 10 seconds with no flaming drips. As the power origin point, the Panel Source undergoes the same TUV safety evaluation as the full PowerFit system, including the key-release mechanism and panel-mount retention.
How does PFPS-2W integrate with existing power infrastructure in marine and shipyard settings?
PowerFit connectors are designed to be compatible with major brands of single-pole power connector. Silver-plated brass contacts resist corrosion far better than plain brass, the silicone O-ring maintains IP67 sealing in high-humidity conditions, and the non-conductive thermoplastic housing is impervious to salt corrosion. For L2 circuits using Australia color conventions, the white PFPS-2W ensures that phase identification remains consistent when mixing PowerFit connectors with existing inventory.