Thomas & Betts 8597 Electrical Plug Connector

Description:

The Thomas & Betts 8597 Plug is a heavy-duty Ever-Lok® male plug designed to provide secure, twist-lock electrical connections for industrial power distribution and portable equipment. Commonly installed in manufacturing facilities, welding stations, machine tools, power distribution panels, construction sites, and industrial machinery where dependable portable power connections are required. Maintenance electricians, contractors, and system integrators use this plug for new installations, equipment maintenance, retrofits, and replacement of existing industrial locking plugs. 

Applications:

The Thomas & Betts 8597 is part of the Russellstoll® Ever-Lok® locking connection system and features a hub-type male plug with an automatic locking mechanism that prevents accidental disconnection during operation. Its heavy-gauge plated steel housing, positive grounding system utilizing phosphor-bronze ground straps, and dust-resistant construction make it ideal for lighting connections, indoor welding stations, machine tools, power distribution panels, convenience power outlets, battery charging equipment, and other demanding industrial applications.

Technical Specifications:

• Brand: Thomas & Betts (ABB) – Russellstoll®
• Part Number: 8597
• Product Type: Ever-Lok® Male Plug
• Connector Series: Russellstoll® Ever-Lok®
• Connection Type: Hub-Type Male Plug
• Pole/Wire Configuration: 3 Pole, 4 Wire (3P4W)
• Current Rating: 20–30 A
• Voltage Rating: Up to 600 VAC
• Frequency: 60 Hz
• Housing Material: Heavy-Gauge Plated Steel
• Color: Yellow
• Enclosure Rating: NEMA 3R / NEMA 12, IP44
• Grounding: Positive Grounding with Phosphor-Bronze Ground Straps
• Cable Entry: 3/4 in. I.D. Bushing
• Operating Temperature: -40°F to 203°F (-40°C to 95°C)
• Features: Automatic locking, first-make/last-break grounding contacts, dust-proof construction, industrial-duty design, neoprene cable bushing with gland nut
• Certifications: UL 1682, CSA Certified, NEC Compliant, UL94 V-0 Flammability Rating.

Common Replacements:

• Thomas & Betts 8657
• Thomas & Betts 8594
• Thomas & Betts 8354