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Mencom Corporation CAO-10YX21 - Standard, Rectangular Hood, size 57.27, Center Latch, Side PG21 cable entry, High Construction
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Overview

Mencom CAO-10YX21 is a standard rectangular hood designed for heavy-duty industrial connectors, featuring a size 57.27 enclosure optimized for compatibility with Mencom’s YX series connectors. This aluminum die-cast enclosure ensures lightweight yet robust construction, ideal for demanding industrial environments. The hood incorporates a center latch mechanism for secure mating, providing consistent clamping force and preventing accidental disconnections. A side PG21 cable entry allows for efficient cable management and routing, supporting flexible installation in tight spaces. The patented stainless steel locking system delivers IP65-rated protection, maintaining environmental integrity even after 500 mating cycles, ensuring long-term reliability. The high construction design enhances durability, resisting impacts, vibrations, and harsh conditions commonly found in industrial settings. Compatible with a wide range of PG, metric, or NPT cable entries, the CAO-10YX21 supports versatile side entry configurations, accommodating various cable sizes and types. This hood is engineered for applications requiring reliable, long-term performance, such as automation, machinery, and heavy equipment. Manufactured by Mencom Corporation, a leader in industrial connectivity solutions, the CAO-10YX21 is part of a globally recognized line of connectors trusted in diverse industries worldwide.
  • Aluminum die-cast construction for durability
  • Center latch with patented stainless steel locking system
  • Side PG21 cable entry for flexible installation
  • IP65 protection maintained after 500 mating cycles
  • High construction design for harsh industrial environments

Specifications

IP Rating
IP65
Material
Aluminum Die Cast
Size
57.27
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mencom Corporation

What accessories are available for Mencom Corporation products?

Mencom Corporation offers a comprehensive range of accessories across multiple product lines, including junction blocks, port adapters, panel interface connectors, cable glands, field wireables, and various connector accessories. Specific accessory options include custom cable lengths, over-molding, plug & play customization, terminal additions (ring, spade, ferrules), and mounting options like ½" NPT, M20, M25, panel mount, and back mount configurations.

How are Mencom Corporation products typically installed?

Mencom Corporation products are typically installed using multiple mounting options, including panel mount, DIN rail, and field wireable configurations. Their connectors feature versatile mounting solutions like 1/2" NPT, M20, M25, panel mount, and back mount options. Installation depends on the specific product series, such as MIN Power, MIL-Spec, Micro, or Panel Interface Connectors, with each line offering precise, application-specific installation methods.

What industries and applications are Mencom Corporation products used for?

Mencom Corporation products are used across multiple industrial automation and control sectors, including manufacturing, process control, industrial networking, and panel interface applications. Their product lines cover critical connectivity needs such as Ethernet networking, power distribution, field wireable connectors, solenoid valve connections, cable glands, and panel interface connectors for PLC, computer, and programmable device systems in harsh industrial environments.

What technical support does Mencom Corporation offer?

Mencom Corporation offers industry-leading technical support through multiple channels. During business hours, customers receive live support from experienced inside sales representatives and account specialists who can assist with quotes, order expediting, connector customization, and technical design challenges. Their engineering team provides expert support for custom connectivity solutions, including cable modifications, over-molding, termination options, and collaborative design assistance.

What are the main product lines offered by Mencom Corporation?

Mencom Corporation offers a comprehensive range of industrial connection products across multiple series, including MIN Series, MIL-Spec Series, Micro Series, NAN Series, Bus Series, and specialized connector types. Key product lines include Junction Blocks, Solenoid Valve Connectors, Cable Glands, Panel Interface Connectors, T35 DIN Rail Connectors, and network connectivity solutions for DeviceNet, Ethernet, Foundation Fieldbus, and Profibus protocols. Their product families cover various sizes and configurations, such as Micro-AC, Micro-DC, Euro-AC, and Power series connectors with options for M16, M23, and M27 connector types.

What are the key features of Mencom Corporation products?

Mencom Corporation offers comprehensive industrial electrical connection solutions featuring high-quality, flexible connectivity products across multiple series including MIN, MIL-Spec, Micro, Nano, and Network connector lines. Key product features include custom cable lengths, over-molded cables, field wireable connectors, panel interface connectors, and versatile mounting options like ½" NPT, M20, and panel mount configurations. Their products support various industrial applications with configurations in straight and right angle designs, utilizing jacket materials like PVC, PUR, and TPE.

What communication protocols do Mencom Corporation products support?

Mencom Corporation products support multiple critical industrial communication protocols, including Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP/IP, PROFIBUS, PROFINET, DeviceNet, and EtherNet/IP. These protocols enable flexible network integration across diverse industrial automation systems, providing comprehensive connectivity and seamless communication capabilities for manufacturing and process control environments.

What certifications and standards do Mencom Corporation products comply with?

Mencom Corporation products are UL certified (UL File #E149111) and offer comprehensive compliance across industrial automation standards. Our product lines meet critical certifications including NEMA (Types 4, 4X, 6, 6P), IP ratings (IP65, IP66, IP67, IP69K), and support multiple industrial communication protocols such as DeviceNet, Ethernet, Foundation Fieldbus, Profibus-DP, and Profibus-PA.