Description
🔌 Safe and Effortless Wiring for Hazardous Areas
Wago 221-483 3 Way EX E Connectors for Ex Applications – Transparent, Maintenance-Free Design
The Wago 221-483 3 Way EX E White Lever Connector helps electricians speed up installations while maintaining safety in Ex-rated zones and hazardous areas. As part of Wago’s trusted 221 Series, this compact connector enables tool-free terminations using a simple lever—making it ideal for busy, safety-conscious professionals.
Thanks to Wago’s CAGE CLAMP® technology, the connector grips copper conductors firmly without needing crimping or ferrules. This secure and maintenance-free system delivers consistent contact, even in harsh environments.
Furthermore, its transparent housing allows for instant visual confirmation of correct wire positioning. Whether you’re wiring control gear, lighting, or machinery, this connector handles solid, stranded, and fine-stranded copper wires from 0.2mm² to 4.0mm² with total reliability.
🧷 Key Features – Wago 221-483 3 Way Hazardous Area Connectors
- Connection Type: CAGE CLAMP® with lever actuation
- Voltage Rating: Up to 440V AC
- Current Rating (Ex e II): 32A
- Conductor Range: 0.2–4.0mm² (solid, stranded, fine-stranded)
- Housing Material: Transparent polycarbonate for visual checks
- Approvals: ATEX, IECEx, UL 60079, cULus, ENEC
- Dimensions (mm): 18.8 (W) × 8.4 (H) × 18.6 (D)
- Temperature Range: –55°C to +105°C
- Flammability Rating: UL94 V-2
📐 Technical Overview
- Product Code: 221-483
- Insulation Class: IIIa
- Weight per unit: 2.7g
- Compliant With: EN 60079-7, EN 60998, RoHS
📦 What’s Included
- 50 x Wago 221-483 3 Way EX E White Lever Connectors
🛑 What Does “Ex e” Mean?
“Ex e” stands for “Increased Safety,” a protection method for components used in explosive gas or vapour environments. These devices are specifically designed to prevent arcs, sparks, and heat that could cause ignition.
You’ll commonly find Ex e components in Zone 1 and Zone 2 classified areas. Such installations require higher insulation levels, wider spacing between contacts, and strict thermal protection. For these reasons, Wago 221-483 connectors are a reliable choice for petrochemical, offshore, and other high-risk industries.
✅ Guarantee & Compliance – Wago 221-483 3 Way Hazardous Area Connectors
This connector meets global compliance standards, including ATEX and IECEx. It must be installed by a qualified electrician and used only in line with Ex safety regulations. For technical specifications and safety documentation, please refer to the official Wago datasheet.
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