TE Connectivity DEC-E-INF-C5A-8.8 1SNA166934R1600 is an ESSAILEC shunted trip socket with protective cover, flush mounting and clip connections for industrial electrical protection, testing and maintenance applications.
Why Choose the TE Connectivity DEC-E-INF-C5A-8.8 1SNA166934R1600 ESSAILEC Trip Socket?
The TE Connectivity DEC-E-INF-C5A-8.8 1SNA166934R1600, also referenced as DEC-E-C5A-8-8, is an industrial ESSAILEC® shunted trip socket designed for electrical protection, testing and maintenance applications. Part of the established TE Connectivity Entrelec ESSAILEC measuring and testing range, it provides a dedicated interface for trip and protection circuits in switchgear, relay panels and electrical distribution equipment.
The DEC-E-INF-C5A-8.8 combines a shunted contact arrangement with a supplied protective cover and flush-mounting configuration. Its clip connection technology supports practical integration into electrical equipment, while the ESSAILEC plug-and-socket architecture enables engineers to perform testing and maintenance operations without unnecessarily disturbing permanent panel wiring.
With compact dimensions of approximately 74 mm high, 50 mm wide and 40 mm deep, the 1SNA166934R1600 is suitable for space-conscious protection and control installations. The socket weighs approximately 166 g and forms part of the modular ESSAILEC system developed for safe and efficient testing of secondary electrical circuits.
Key Advantages
Professional ESSAILEC shunted trip socket for industrial protection circuits.
Shunted contact configuration designed for specialised trip circuit applications.
Supplied with protective cover for enhanced protection of the test interface.
Flush mounting provides convenient access from the front of electrical panels.
Clip connection technology supports efficient and dependable panel wiring.
ESSAILEC plug-and-socket architecture supports testing and maintenance without unnecessary disturbance to permanent wiring.
Key Features
TE Connectivity / Entrelec ESSAILEC® series.
DEC-E-INF-C5A-8.8 trip socket.
Shunted contact arrangement.
Protective cover included.
Flush-mounting configuration.
Clip connection technology.
Designed for electrical protection and trip circuit testing.
ESSAILEC coding architecture helps reduce the risk of incorrect circuit connections.
Protection against reverse insertion of compatible ESSAILEC plugs.
Compact construction for industrial switchgear and control panels.
Reliable Testing for Electrical Trip and Protection Circuits
ESSAILEC test blocks are designed to provide convenient access to secondary electrical circuits during testing, commissioning and maintenance. The system can support measurement, monitoring, signal injection and the servicing or replacement of protection relays and metering equipment while helping minimise disruption to permanent field wiring.
The DEC-E-INF-C5A-8.8 is specifically configured as a shunted trip socket with a protective cover, flush mounting and clip connections. Used as part of a compatible ESSAILEC installation, it provides an organised test interface for protection systems while coding and reverse-insertion protection help reduce the risk of connection errors during maintenance procedures.
Typical Applications
Electrical protection trip circuits.
Protection relay panels.
Medium- and low-voltage switchgear.
Circuit breaker control and protection systems.
Electrical distribution and substation panels.
Commissioning, maintenance and protection testing installations.
Technical Specifications
Manufacturer
TE Connectivity / Entrelec
Series
ESSAILEC®
Model
DEC-E-INF-C5A-8.8
Alternative model reference
DEC-E-C5A-8-8
Manufacturer part number
1SNA166934R1600
Product type
Trip socket / electrical test block
Application
Trip circuit protection and testing
Contact configuration
Shunted
Connection type
Clip
Mounting type
Flush mounting
Cover
Included
Width
50 mm
Height
74 mm
Depth
40 mm
Net weight
approx. 166 g
DIN rail compatibility
G32, TH35-7.5 and TH35-15
DIN rail standard
IEC 60715
ETIM classification
EC000902
Pack quantity
1
Customs tariff number
85369010
EAN
3472591669343
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the TE Connectivity DEC-E-INF-C5A-8.8 1SNA166934R1600 used for?
The DEC-E-INF-C5A-8.8 is an ESSAILEC shunted trip socket designed to provide an accessible testing interface for electrical protection and trip circuits in switchgear, relay panels and distribution systems.
What contact configuration does the DEC-E-INF-C5A-8.8 use?
The 1SNA166934R1600 uses a shunted contact configuration designed for its specialised trip circuit testing application.
Is a protective cover supplied with the 1SNA166934R1600?
Yes. The DEC-E-INF-C5A-8.8 is supplied with a protective cover as part of its trip socket configuration.
How is the DEC-E-INF-C5A-8.8 installed?
The socket uses a flush-mounting configuration with clip connections, making it suitable for integration into compatible switchgear, protection panels and electrical control equipment.
What are the dimensions of the 1SNA166934R1600?
The DEC-E-INF-C5A-8.8 measures approximately 74 mm high, 50 mm wide and 40 mm deep and has a net weight of approximately 166 g.
Trusted for Industrial Electrical Protection and Testing
TE Connectivity Entrelec ESSAILEC test blocks provide specialised interfaces for electrical protection, measurement and testing systems, helping engineers perform commissioning and maintenance while preserving organised and dependable permanent panel wiring.
Manufacturer
TE Connectivity / Entrelec
Series
ESSAILEC®
Model
DEC-E-INF-C5A-8.8
Alternative model reference
DEC-E-C5A-8-8
Manufacturer part number
1SNA166934R1600
Product type
Trip socket / electrical test block
Application
Trip circuit protection and testing
Contact configuration
Shunted
Connection type
Clip
Mounting type
Flush mounting
Cover
Included
Width
50 mm
Height
74 mm
Depth
40 mm
Net weight
approx. 166 g
DIN rail compatibility
G32, TH35-7.5 and TH35-15
DIN rail standard
IEC 60715
ETIM classification
EC000902
Pack quantity
1
Customs tariff number
85369010
EAN
3472591669343
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