ILME TCHI16 is a T-TYPE size 77.27 thermoplastic bulkhead mounting housing with two locking levers, polypropylene construction, a polyurethane gasket and IP65 protection for compatible industrial multipole connector assemblies.
SKU:TCHI16Alt SKU:TCHI 16MPN:TCHI16
Price
List Price£9.56ex VAT
Your Price (ex VAT)
£9.56
Manufacturer Lead TimePlease contact us for a delivery time before you order
Get the best trade pricesTrade exclusive
Create a trade account to unlock exclusive pricing, special offers and more.
Why Choose the ILME TCHI16 Thermoplastic Bulkhead Housing?
The ILME TCHI16, officially designated TCHI 16, is a T-TYPE thermoplastic bulkhead mounting housing designed for heavy-duty rectangular multipole connector assemblies. Featuring two locking levers and ILME's size 77.27 enclosure format, it provides a lightweight and robust fixed connector interface for industrial machinery, control panels and automation equipment.
The housing is manufactured primarily from polypropylene (PP), with polyamide (PA) levers and a polyurethane (PUR) gasket. This insulating thermoplastic construction provides a practical alternative to traditional metal connector housings while retaining the secure mechanical coupling required for industrial detachable connections.
The TCHI16 has IP65 ingress protection and an operating temperature range of -40 to +90 °C. It is supplied without a cable entry because it is intended for bulkhead mounting, while its two-lever closure secures a compatible size 77.27 mating hood. The housing is also DNV and BV certified and carries UL and cUL recognition within the applicable connector enclosure category.
Key Advantages
Thermoplastic T-TYPE construction provides a lightweight insulating connector enclosure.
Size 77.27 format supports a broad selection of compatible ILME inserts.
Two thermoplastic locking levers provide secure mechanical coupling with compatible mating hoods.
IP65 ingress protection for demanding industrial environments.
Bulkhead mounting provides a fixed connector interface directly on panels, enclosures and machinery.
Suitable for compatible conventional multipole inserts and MIXO modular configurations.
Key Features
ILME T-TYPE bulkhead mounting housing.
Thermoplastic insulating construction.
Two locking levers.
Size 77.27.
IP65 degree of protection.
Polypropylene (PP) main housing material.
Polyamide (PA) locking levers.
Polyurethane (PUR) gasket.
Grey RAL 7012 / RAL 7001 colour scheme.
No cable entry due to bulkhead mounting configuration.
Approximate product weight of 86 g.
DNV and BV certified.
RoHS compliant and free from declared REACH SVHC substances.
Lightweight Insulating Housing for Industrial Multipole Connections
The TCHI16 forms the fixed panel-mounted half of a compatible ILME heavy-duty connector assembly. An appropriate size 77.27 insert is installed within the housing, while the two levers engage with the pegs of a compatible mating hood to create a secure detachable connection. The polyurethane gasket contributes to the enclosure's IP65 protection when the connector system is correctly assembled.
ILME's size 77.27 T-TYPE platform can accommodate numerous compatible insert families for power, control and signal connections and also supports suitable four-module MIXO configurations. This flexibility allows the same thermoplastic enclosure platform to be adapted to a wide variety of machine-building and industrial automation requirements.
Typical Applications
Industrial machinery and machine tools.
Factory automation equipment.
Control panels and electrical enclosures.
Production and processing machinery.
Packaging and material-handling equipment.
OEM machine-building applications.
Multipole power, control and signal connections.
MIXO modular connector assemblies.
Technical Specifications
Tick the specs you need, then view products that match.
Housing Material
Thermoplastic
Device Type
Housing
Frame Size
77.27
HS Code
85389099
Country of Manufacture
Italy
Manufacturer
ILME
Series
T-TYPE
Model
TCHI16 / TCHI 16
Product type
Bulkhead mounting housing
Connector format
Rectangular multipole
Enclosure size
77.27
Closing type
2 levers
Main material
Polypropylene (PP)
Lever material
Polyamide (PA)
Gasket material
Polyurethane (PUR)
Colour
RAL 7012 grey / RAL 7001 grey
Cable entry
None
Degree of protection
IP65
Operating temperature range
-40 to +90 °C
Weight
86 g
Approximate overall dimensions
115 × 45 × 29 mm
Panel cut-out
103 × 36 mm
Mounting hole centres
96.5 × 32 mm
Mounting holes
Ø4.5 mm
Certifications
DNV, BV
UL category
ECBT2
cUL category
ECBT8
RoHS conformity
Compliant
REACH SVHC substances
None declared
EAN
8015747168557
IP Rating
IP65
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ILME TCHI16?
The ILME TCHI16 is a T-TYPE thermoplastic bulkhead mounting housing with two locking levers, designed for compatible size 77.27 heavy-duty rectangular connector assemblies.
What size is the ILME TCHI16?
The TCHI16 uses ILME's size 77.27 enclosure format, allowing it to accommodate compatible inserts and mating connector components designed for this housing size.
What material is the TCHI16 made from?
The main housing is manufactured from polypropylene (PP). Its locking levers are polyamide (PA), while the sealing gasket is polyurethane (PUR).
What is the IP rating of the ILME TCHI16?
The TCHI16 has an IP65 degree of protection when used as part of a correctly assembled compatible connector system.
What is the operating temperature range of the TCHI16?
ILME specifies an operating temperature range of -40 to +90 °C for the TCHI16.
Does the ILME TCHI16 have a cable entry?
No. The TCHI16 is a bulkhead mounting housing without a cable entry, as it is designed to mount directly to a panel, enclosure or machine surface.
Can MIXO modular inserts be used with the TCHI16?
Yes. ILME identifies the size 77.27 T-TYPE enclosure as suitable for compatible four-module MIXO configurations, in addition to numerous conventional multipole insert families.
What approvals does the ILME TCHI16 have?
The TCHI16 carries DNV and BV certifications and is listed under the applicable UL ECBT2 and cUL ECBT8 connector enclosure categories.
Trusted for Industrial Multipole Connections
ILME T-TYPE thermoplastic connector enclosures provide machine builders and automation engineers with lightweight, insulating and serviceable housing solutions for dependable multipole power, control and signal connections.
Housing Material
Thermoplastic
Device Type
Housing
Frame Size
77.27
HS Code
85389099
Country of Manufacture
Italy
Manufacturer
ILME
Series
T-TYPE
Model
TCHI16 / TCHI 16
Product type
Bulkhead mounting housing
Connector format
Rectangular multipole
Enclosure size
77.27
Closing type
2 levers
Main material
Polypropylene (PP)
Lever material
Polyamide (PA)
Gasket material
Polyurethane (PUR)
Colour
RAL 7012 grey / RAL 7001 grey
Cable entry
None
Degree of protection
IP65
Operating temperature range
-40 to +90 °C
Weight
86 g
Approximate overall dimensions
115 × 45 × 29 mm
Panel cut-out
103 × 36 mm
Mounting hole centres
96.5 × 32 mm
Mounting holes
Ø4.5 mm
Certifications
DNV, BV
UL category
ECBT2
cUL category
ECBT8
RoHS conformity
Compliant
REACH SVHC substances
None declared
EAN
8015747168557
IP Rating
IP65
No documents available for this product.
UK delivery
Delivery options
Free UK delivery on orders over £200 ex VAT. Order in-stock items before 2pm Monday to Friday for next-day delivery.
This productLead time on request
Please contact us for a delivery time before you order
Standard delivery
£8 ex VAT · free over £200
UK parcel delivery is £8 ex VAT, or free on orders over £200 ex VAT.
Heavier items may be charged at a weight-based or pallet rate, shown at checkout.
Collect from our showroom
Mon–Fri, 8am–5pm
Order and pay online, then collect from our showroom.
Please allow 15–30 minutes after ordering for us to prepare your order.
Northern Ireland, ROI & export
Priced at checkout
We deliver to Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland and overseas.
Delivery is calculated at checkout based on your destination.
Orders with mixed availability
Shipped complete
If part of your order is on a lead time, we hold it and send everything together.
Need the in-stock items sooner? Ask us and we can split the delivery.
Business customer returns
Returns & order support
Need to return an item? Find the guidance for your order below, then contact our team before sending anything back.
Stocked items
Request within 30 days
Changed your mind or ordered the wrong item? Request a return within 30 days of receipt. There is no restocking charge.
Items must be unused, in resalable condition and in their original packaging, and returns need our approval first. Return carriage is at your cost, and the original delivery charge is not refunded.
Faulty or damaged items
Tell us as soon as possible
Faulty, damaged on delivery or the wrong product supplied? Contact our team as soon as possible with the details.
We will review the issue and arrange an appropriate resolution under our terms and conditions and your statutory rights.
Made-to-order items
Manufacturer approval needed
Manufactured, configured and special-order products can only be returned with the manufacturer’s approval. Any handling charge is agreed with you when you request the return.
This does not affect claims for faulty goods or items that do not meet the agreed specification.
Let’s get your return sorted.
Send your order number, product details and reason for return. For faults or delivery damage, include photographs if available. We will confirm the next steps.
The 30-day return request period applies to change-of-mind returns for stocked items. It does not limit your statutory rights for faulty or non-conforming goods.
● Service Agreements
Credit Accounts
Our service agreements are built to support long term procurement relationships. By working closely with engineering teams and procurement departments, we help streamline purchasing processes while ensuring consistent access to critical components and sourcing support when it matters most.
Priority sourcing and supply support
Flexible payment terms for qualifying organisations
Support for engineering, maintenance, and operations
500 +
Stock lines ready to ship
1,000 +
Same day dispatches
3500 +
Customers supported
28
Trusted Manfacturers
● frequently asked questions
Common questions about our products and support
At Led Controls Ltd we help engineers source the right automation and control gear with confidence. below are quick answers to what we are asked most often.
What product ranges do you supply
We supply all leading manfacturers in our industry. we offer next day delivery on most poplour products.
Can you help specify the correct part?
Your content goes here. Edit or remove this text inline or in the module Content settings. You can also style every aspect of this content in the module Design settings and even apply custom CSS to this text in the module Advanced settings.
Do you have stock for urgent orders?
Your content goes here. Edit or remove this text inline or in the module Content settings. You can also style every aspect of this content in the module Design settings and even apply custom CSS to this text in the module Advanced settings.
What are your delivery times and costs?
Your content goes here. Edit or remove this text inline or in the module Content settings. You can also style every aspect of this content in the module Design settings and even apply custom CSS to this text in the module Advanced settings.
What about warranties, returns and faulty items?
Your content goes here. Edit or remove this text inline or in the module Content settings. You can also style every aspect of this content in the module Design settings and even apply custom CSS to this text in the module Advanced settings.
LED Controls is a specialist distributor of factory automation and industrial controls, supplying OEMs, machine builders, panel builders and end users throughout the UK and worldwide. As a trusted UK distributor for many of the world’s leading automation manufacturers, we provide industrial control products, technical expertise and bespoke automation solutions backed by outstanding customer service.
2025 has been a big year for LED Controls, and our blog has expanded accordingly. We've covered a wide range of topics across industrial control and factory automation this year. From core technology explainers and new product releases to panel building best practice...
