Thomas & Betts PB424 Single Lever Locking Panel Base

Description:

The Thomas & Betts PB424 Single Lever Locking Panel Base is used to provide a secure panel-mounted housing for B24, K12, D64, and DD108 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 system integrators use this panel base for new installations, equipment upgrades, maintenance, and replacement of existing connector housings.

Applications:

The Thomas & Betts PB424 is a Pos-E-Kon® rear-entry, single lever locking panel base with an integrated spring cover, manufactured from die-cast aluminum alloy with an epoxy powder-coated finish. Designed for use with B24, K12, D64, and DD108 series connector inserts and hoods, it provides IP65 protection when properly mated, making it ideal for industrial automation, packaging machinery, conveyor systems, robotics, process control equipment, and power distribution applications requiring rugged rectangular connector assemblies.

Technical Specifications:

• Brand: Thomas & Betts (ABB) – Pos-E-Kon®
• Part Number: PB424
• Product Type: Single Lever Locking Panel Base with Spring Cover
• Mounting Type: Rear Entry, Panel Mount
• Locking Style: Single Lever
• Compatible Connector Series: B24, K12, D64, DD108
• Contact Capacity: 24 Contacts (Series Dependent)
• Material: Die-Cast Aluminum Alloy
• Finish: Epoxy Powder Coated
• Voltage Rating: 600 VAC
• Current Rating: 10/16 A
• Degree of Protection: IP65 (When Mated and Locked)
• Operating Temperature: -40°F to 257°F (-40°C to 125°C)
• Dimensions: 5.51 × 1.69 × 1.06 in. (140 × 43 × 27 mm)
• Cover Type: Hinged Spring Cover
• Standards: CSA Certified, IEC 529, DIN VDE 0470, RoHS 3 Compliant, REACH Compliant
• Typical Applications: Industrial Automation, Machine Building, Robotics, Packaging Equipment, Control Panels, OEM Equipment, Power Distribution Systems.

Common Replacements:

• Thomas & Betts PB324
• Thomas & Betts PB424M
• Thomas & Betts PB448