{"product_id":"thomas-betts-pb348-panel-base","title":"Thomas \u0026 Betts PB348 Panel Base","description":"\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"17lc1ru\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"16\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"18\" data-end=\"705\"\u003eThe Thomas \u0026amp; Betts PB348 Panel Base is used to provide a secure panel-mounted housing for B48, K24, V20, V26, V32, D128, and DD216 series rectangular industrial connectors. Commonly installed in industrial automation systems, manufacturing equipment, robotics, control panels, machine tools, and OEM machinery where reliable multi-pin connector mounting and environmental protection are required. Maintenance technicians, OEM manufacturers, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/collections\/hmi-operator-interfaces\"\u003esystem integrators\u003c\/a\u003e use this panel base for new installations, equipment upgrades, maintenance, and replacement of existing connector housings. The PB348 is supplied without a gasket (no cover). \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"5ms9th\" data-start=\"707\" data-end=\"724\"\u003eApplications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"1358\"\u003eThe Thomas \u0026amp; Betts PB348 is a Pos-E-Kon® rear-entry, single lever locking panel base manufactured from die-cast aluminum alloy with an epoxy powder-coated finish. Designed for use with B48, K24, V20, V26, V32, D128, and DD216 series connector inserts and hoods, it provides a durable panel-mounted connection with an IP65 protection rating when properly mated with the appropriate hood and gasket. It is ideal for industrial automation, robotics, packaging equipment, conveyor systems, machine building, and power distribution applications requiring dependable rectangular connector assemblies. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"5hg6bl\" data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1389\"\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"2240\"\u003e• Brand: Thomas \u0026amp; Betts (ABB) – Pos-E-Kon®\u003cbr data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1436\"\u003e• Part Number: PB348\u003cbr data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003e• Product Type: Single Lever Locking Panel Base (No Gasket \/ No Cover)\u003cbr data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1532\"\u003e• Mounting Type: Rear Entry, Panel Mount\u003cbr data-start=\"1572\" data-end=\"1575\"\u003e• Locking Style: Single Lever\u003cbr data-start=\"1604\" data-end=\"1607\"\u003e• Compatible Connector Series: B48, K24, V20, V26, V32, D128, DD216\u003cbr data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1677\"\u003e• Number of Contacts: 48 + Ground (series dependent)\u003cbr data-start=\"1729\" data-end=\"1732\"\u003e• Material: Die-Cast Aluminum Alloy\u003cbr data-start=\"1767\" data-end=\"1770\"\u003e• Finish: Epoxy Powder Coated\u003cbr data-start=\"1799\" data-end=\"1802\"\u003e• Voltage Rating: 600 VAC\u003cbr data-start=\"1827\" data-end=\"1830\"\u003e• Current Rating: 10\/16 A\u003cbr data-start=\"1855\" data-end=\"1858\"\u003e• Degree of Protection: IP65 (when fully mated)\u003cbr data-start=\"1905\" data-end=\"1908\"\u003e• Operating Temperature: -40°F to 257°F (-40°C to 125°C)\u003cbr data-start=\"1964\" data-end=\"1967\"\u003e• Dimensions: 6.50 × 6.18 × 1.61 in.\u003cbr data-start=\"2003\" data-end=\"2006\"\u003e• Features: Rear-entry design, laser-etched labeling, non-slip lever, panel mount construction, supplied without gasket or cover\u003cbr data-start=\"2134\" data-end=\"2137\"\u003e• Standards: CSA Certified, IEC 529, DIN VDE 0470, RoHS Compliant \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1cz0398\" data-start=\"2242\" data-end=\"2266\"\u003eCommon Replacements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2268\" data-end=\"2378\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e• Thomas \u0026amp; Betts PB448\u003cbr data-start=\"2290\" data-end=\"2293\"\u003e• Thomas \u0026amp; Betts PB132\u003cbr data-start=\"2315\" data-end=\"2318\"\u003e• Thomas \u0026amp; Betts PB324\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thomas","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":51713995931950,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0940\/0818\/1038\/files\/Ebay_website_image_475db550-26e4-4ae4-bdae-a88a065dd9fe.jpg?v=1770413286","url":"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/products\/thomas-betts-pb348-panel-base","provider":"PLG Automation ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}