Meltric Benefits

Arc Flash Protection

Decontactors are a combination plug, receptacle and disconnect switch. With Decontactors installed, workers can safely and easily make and break electrical connections under full load. The receptacle's dead front prevents access to live parts and thus, exempts workers from needing to follow NFPA 70E specified work procedures associated with performing energized electrical work.

Decontactors allow qualified workers to change-out a motor or other electrical equipment without needing: • Hazard Analysis   as required in NFPA 70E   2004 Edition article 130.3 • Mechanical Interlocks   as required for use with   non-hp rated plugs and   receptacles • Voltage Testing   as required in NFPA 70E   2004 Edition article   120.2(F)(2) • Flash Boundaries   as required in NFPA 70E   2004 Edition article 130.3 • Auxiliary Disconnects   as required in NEC   430.102 • PPE   as required in NFPA 70E   2004 Edition table   130.7(C)(10)