Why Choose the ILME MKHVG20 Hygienic Hood?
The ILME MKHVG20 is a compact thermoplastic hygienic connector hood designed for industrial multipole connections in food processing, packaging and other applications where hygienic equipment design is important. Part of the ILME CKH Hygienic size 21.21 enclosure range, it combines durable polyamide construction with a compact format suitable for machinery where installation space is limited.
The MKHVG20 features a single locking lever and a top-entry M20 cable connection, providing a straightforward cable-mounted interface for compatible ILME size 21.21 inserts. The hygienic CKH-MKH enclosure family is specifically developed for food-industry environments, with the locking components designed to support detection of foreign parts in food-processing installations.
With a standard protection rating of IP44, the MKHVG20 can achieve IP66, IP67 and IP69 protection when correctly assembled with the appropriate CKRH 65 or CKRH 65 D kit. Its polyamide body and operating temperature range of -40 °C to +70 °C make it a practical connector enclosure for demanding industrial machinery and hygienic production equipment.
Key Advantages
- Compact hygienic thermoplastic hood for industrial connector systems.
- Size 21.21 format suitable for space-conscious machinery installations.
- Top-entry M20 cable connection for straightforward cable routing.
- Single locking lever provides secure and convenient connector retention.
- Durable polyamide construction suitable for industrial environments.
- Enhanced IP66, IP67 and IP69 protection is available with the appropriate CKRH 65 sealing kit.
Key Features
- ILME CKH Hygienic enclosure series.
- Thermoplastic connector hood.
- Size 21.21 connector interface.
- M20 top cable entry.
- Equipped with one locking lever.
- Polyamide (PA) main body material.
- Designed for hygienic industrial connector applications.
- IP44 standard degree of protection.
- IP66 / IP67 / IP69 achievable with the appropriate CKRH 65 or CKRH 65 D kit.
- Suitable for operating temperatures from -40 °C to +70 °C.
Hygienic Connectivity for Food and Packaging Machinery
Hygienic industrial connector systems are particularly valuable on machinery used for food processing, beverage production and packaging, where equipment components must combine dependable electrical connectivity with materials and designs appropriate for hygienically sensitive environments. The ILME CKH-MKH Hygienic range provides a compact connector enclosure solution specifically developed with these applications in mind.
The MKHVG20 combines a size 21.21 interface with an M20 top cable entry and single-lever closure, making it suitable for compact machine wiring. When correctly assembled with compatible ILME components and the appropriate sealing kit, the enclosure can provide enhanced ingress protection up to IP66, IP67 and IP69 for demanding industrial installations.
Typical Applications
- Food processing and production machinery.
- Beverage manufacturing equipment.
- Industrial packaging and filling machinery.
- Automated production and handling systems.
- Hygienically sensitive industrial equipment.
- Compact machine power, control and signal connections.
