Why Choose the ILME CK 03 VGS Plastic Hood?
The ILME CK 03 VGS is a compact thermoplastic connector hood designed for compatible ILME CK series multipole connector inserts. Manufactured in the size 21.21 format, it provides a lightweight and insulating enclosure solution for industrial machinery, automation, control equipment and other electrical installations.
The CK 03 VGS incorporates one locking lever and a top-entry Pg11 cable connection, providing a straight cable route from the connector assembly. Its compact dimensions make it particularly suitable for installations where space is limited while maintaining compatibility with the established ILME size 21.21 connector system.
The hood provides IP44 protection in its standard configuration and supports IP66, IP67 and IP69 protection when used with the ILME CKR 65 gasket in the applicable correctly assembled system. With a wide -40 °C to +125 °C operating temperature range and a mechanical life of at least 500 mating cycles, the CK 03 VGS is designed for dependable industrial service.
Key Advantages
- Compact thermoplastic hood for industrial connector systems.
- Size 21.21 format for compatible ILME CK series inserts.
- Single locking lever provides secure mechanical coupling.
- Top-entry Pg11 cable connection provides convenient straight cable routing.
- IP44 protection as standard, with IP66 / IP67 / IP69 capability using the appropriate CKR 65 gasket arrangement.
- Wide -40 °C to +125 °C operating temperature range for demanding industrial applications.
Key Features
- ILME CK series.
- Thermoplastic connector hood.
- One locking lever.
- Top cable entry Pg11.
- Size 21.21 enclosure format.
- Straight cable-entry configuration.
- Polyamide (PA) locking lever.
- RAL 7035 grey colour.
- IP44 standard degree of protection.
- IP66 / IP67 / IP69 with CKR 65 in the applicable assembled configuration.
Compact Protection for Industrial Connector Systems
Thermoplastic connector hoods such as the ILME CK 03 VGS provide a compact enclosure for detachable industrial electrical connections. When assembled with compatible inserts, housings and cable accessories, the hood helps protect the connector assembly while providing a practical interface for power, control, signal or data connections.
The CK 03 VGS combines a straight Pg11 top cable entry with a single locking lever, making it well suited to compact machinery and control installations where straightforward cable routing is required. The optional CKR 65 gasket arrangement enables enhanced ingress protection for applications exposed to more demanding environmental conditions.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machinery and automation equipment.
- Electrical control and distribution systems.
- Compact control cabinet connections.
- Robotics and automated production equipment.
- Industrial power, control, signal and data connections.
- Size 21.21 multipole connector installations requiring Pg11 top cable entry.
