
243192 Extra Low Voltage 16A Plugs
Installation Guide
Installation Equipment
Plug 16 A Extra-low voltage
8573/12-303 Art. No. 243192
243192 Extra Low Voltage 16A Plugs
- Wide temperature range for use
- High mechanical impact and shock resistance
- Perfect protection against the ingress of liquids and dust
- 3D data available to download from the website
Web Code 8573D ![]()
The new R. STAHL Series 8573/ 12 plugs are designed for 2- or 3- pole applications up to 16 A.
The robust plastic plugs are resistant to corrosive chemicals and gases. The floating pins allow them to be inserted and removed quickly and easily. The inner, pivoting strain relief makes it easier to install the cables quickly. Corrosion- free contact pins made from high- quality materials ensure optimum electrical contact.
The new Series 8573/ 12 plug replaces the plug Series 8575, is 100% compatible with this Series and can be used with Series 8575 sockets.
Technical Data
| Explosion Protection | |
| Scope of validity | European Union (ATEX) IECEx China (CQST) |
| Application range (zones) | 1 2 21 22 |
| IECEx gas certificate | IECEx PTB 16.0029 |
| IECEx gas explosion protection | Ex be IIC T6 Gb |
| IECEx dust certificate | IECEx PTB 16.0029 |
| IECEx dust explosion protection | Ex tab IIIC T70 °C Db |
| ATEX gas certificate | PTB 16 ATEX 1017 |
| ATEX gas explosion protection | |
| ATEX dust certificate | PTB 16 ATEX 1017 |
| ATEX dust explosion protection | |
| Certificates | ATEX (PTB), China (CQST), IECEx (PTB) |
| Explosion protection note | Product label may vary. Series devices have certification according to ATEX and IECEx. |
| Electrical Data | |
| Rated operational voltage | 20 to 25 & 40 to 50 V AC |
| Rated operational current | min. 12 A / max. 3 A |
| Mechanical service life | > 5×103 mating cycles |
| Type of voltage | Extra-low voltage |
| Frequency range | 400 Hz |
| Ambient Conditions | |
| Ambient temperature | -50 °C … +40 °C (3 A) -50 °C … +60 °C (12 A) |
| Ambient temperature | -58 °F … +104 °F (3 A) -58 °F … +140 °F (12 A) |
| Mechanical Data | |
| IP degree of protection (IEC 60529) | IP66 |
| IP degree of protection (IEC 60079) | IP64 |
| Enclosure material | Polyamide, Glass fiber reinforced |
| Silicone-free | No |
| Silicone-free note | Optional: Silicone-free variant available on request (ambient temperature -40 °C to +60 ° C) |
| Finely stranded connection cross-section | 1 x 0.75 mm² … 1 x 10 mm² |
| Finely stranded connection cross-section AWG | 1 x AWG 18 … 1 x AWG 8 |
| Width | 78 mm |
| Width in inches | 3.07 in |
| Height | 78 mm |
| Height, inches | 3.07 in |
| Length | 166 mm |
| Length, inches | 6.54 in |
| Impact strength (IEC 60079) | 7 J |
| Impact strength (IEC 62262) | IK10 |
| Colour code | Green |
| Coding (clock hour position) | 3 |
| Series | Sol Conex |
| Detailed number of poles | 3 P |
| Weight | 0.3 kg |
| Weight | 0.66 lb. |
| Mounting / Installation | |
| Connection | Screw terminal |
| Components | |
| Cable diameter | 8 – 15 mm |
| Cable diameter inch | 0.31 – 0.59 in |
Technical Drawings – Subject to Alterations

Dimensional Drawings (All Dimensions in mm [inches]) – Subject to Alterations
We reserve the right to make alterations to the technical data, dimensions, weights, designs and products available without notice. The illustrations cannot be considered binding.
R. STAHL Schaltgeräte GmbH | Am Bahn of 30 | 74638 WALDENBURG
Tel. +49 7942 943 1700 | +49 7942 943 1777 |
Email: [email protected] | r-stahl.com
2023-05-05
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