PowerSyntax Shelter IP 67 backshell for single pole panel connectors

Shelter Evolution

IP67 Protective backshell add-on for Basic panel connectors

Shelter Evolution

IP67 Protective backshell add-on for Basic panel connectors

TOTAL REDESIGN: Now available in different sizes to fit a wide variety of contacts and cables

The ultimate accessory
for your insulated panels
The ultimate accessory
for your insulated panels

Now you can mount a IP67 backshell
to your Basic panel connectors
Now you can mount a IP67 backshell
to your Basic panel connectors

Shelter Evolution add-on for panel-mount PowerSyntax Basic connectors provide total insulation and watertight protection on the cable-to-connector joints on the back of your panels. The range features multiple models of thermoplastic insulating flanges and backshells that are machined and designed to perfectly combine with the different PowerSyntax contact types.

Every backshell is available with M40 or M50 threads to fit the IP68 gland that better adapts to your cable diameter. This system provides optimal cable strain relief and creates an actual shelter offering a range of ideally-sized mechanically strong solutions for IP67 watertight seal at the cable-to-contact connection.

Panel view
Panel view

Backshell view
Backshell view

Extreme protection
and no mechanical stress
on the backshell
Extreme protection
and no mechanical stress
on the backshell

This new version of the PowerSyntax Shelter features a special design that allows to distribute most of the cable weight on the panel structure, unburdening the Shelter backshell and providing ideal cable management with the plus of a totally waterproof and electrically insulated solution for the cable-to-connector joints. This accessory is designed to be fitted on the back of Basic connectors, with the choice of a wide range of compatible contacts.

Shelter Evolution - Short version
Shelter Evolution - Short version

Available with M40 or M50 cable gland thread
Available with M40 or M50 cable gland thread

Great safety in little space
Great safety in little space

The Short version is the smallest of our Shelter Evolution solutions and can be fitted to PowerSyntax Basic panel connectors equipped with Set-screw or Crimp contacts. The Set-screw contacts include a sleeve to retain the cable and are suitable for copper cables up to 150 mm² and for rated current up to 480amp. When using cables 95 mm² or smaller, they can accomodate an optional sleeve adapter. The Crimp contacts are suitable for cables up to 300 mm² and for currents up to 750amp.

Supported contacts
Supported contacts

Shelter Evolution - Short version
Shelter Evolution - Short version

Set screw contact

Set-screw contact, up to 480amp. Cable retained through reduction sleeve (25-150 mm²) and set screws suitable reduction sleeve is included. Used as a standard on SPX/SPZ 480amp line source/drain connectors, the set screw contact is also available for panel-mount connectors on request.

Cable section (class 5)	25 mm²	35 mm²	50 mm²	70 mm²	95 mm²	120 mm²	150 mm²
Recommended sleeve adapter (p/n)	SPX-RED025	SPX-RED035	SPX-RED050	SPX-RED070	SPX-RED095	-	-
Cable strip length	33 mm	33 mm	33 mm	33 mm	33 mm	33 mm	33 mm
Set screw tightening torque	12Nm	12Nm	12Nm	12Nm	12Nm	12Nm	12Nm
M10 hex set screw (2pcs)	allen key size 5	allen key size 5	allen key size 5	allen key size 5	allen key size 5	allen key size 5	allen key size 5

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Sleeve adapter system

for set screw contacts

The ultimate solution for 25 to 95 mm² cables.

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Crimp contact

Crimp contact, up to 750 amp, and up to up to 300 mm² cable sections. The position and number of cable compressions vary according to the different cable sections. Cable stripping length is 42 mm.

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Shelter Evolution - Medium version
Shelter Evolution - Medium version

Available with M40 or M50 cable gland thread
Available with M40 or M50 cable gland thread

Copper or aluminium? No problem!
Copper or aluminium? No problem!

The Medium version of the Shelter Evolution is designed to be attached to PowerSyntax Basic panel connectors fitted with ComLug L or EasiLug contacts. The ComLug L can host lug terminals for cables up to 120 mm² (check Lug compatibility chart below in this page). The EasiLug bimetal contact is used in combination with the PowerSyntax bimetal terminal for aluminium cables. Both contacts can carry rated currents up to 480amp.

Knurled brass threaded inserts
Knurled brass threaded inserts

For Short and Medium Shelter versions
For Short and Medium Shelter versions

The New Shelter Short and Medium versions are attached to panels through special brass threaded inserts. Their knurled bands on the outside will grip the plastic of the flange element as the screws are tightened into the insert.

Compatible screws: Stainless steel - ISO 7380-1 - Metric M5 - 3mm Hex socket - Button head screw - Head height 2.75mm - Head diameter 9.5mm.
Thread lengths, depending on the thickness of the panel:
- 30mm (panel thickness 0-5mm)
- 35mm (panel thickness 5-10mm)

Supported contacts
Supported contacts

Shelter Evolution - Medium version
Shelter Evolution - Medium version

SPY ComLug L

Lug Converter

Entirely designed and produced by Syntax, contact up to 480 amp and suitable for cable lug terminals up to 120 mm².

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SPY EasiLug - Bimetal

Complete EasiLug contact with bi-metal (aluminium/copper) terminal for aluminium cables.

Crimping specs

Shelter Evolution - Long version
Shelter Evolution - Long version

Available with M40 or M50 cable gland thread
Available with M40 or M50 cable gland thread

A longer Shelter for bigger lugs
A longer Shelter for bigger lugs

The Long version of the Shelter Evolution is made to work in combination with PowerSyntax Basic panel connectors fitted with ComLug L2 or ComLug XL contacts. The ComLug L2 can host lug terminals for cables up to 240 mm². The ComLug XL contact is used with cables up to 300 mm². Both contacts can carry rated currents up to 750amp. For more information about lugs and cable sizes check the Lug compatibility chart below.

Supported contacts
Supported contacts

Shelter Evolution - Long version
Shelter Evolution - Long version

SPY ComLug L2

Lug Converter

Entirely designed and produced by Syntax, contact up to 750 amp and suitable for cable lug terminals up to 240 mm².

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SPY ComLug XL

Lug Converter

Entirely designed and produced by Syntax, contact up to 750 amp and suitable for cable lug terminals up to 300 mm².

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Lug compatibility chart

Choose the right contact for your lug terminal

Lug Type	B	Cable section (flex)	∅i	d ∅ screw	Contact
S	25,0	70 - 95 mm²	13,5	12 mm	L-L2-XL
S	28,5	95 - 120 mm²	15,2	12 mm	L-L2-XL
S	31,5	120 - 150 mm²	16,7	12 mm	L2-XL
S	35,5	150 - 185 mm²	19,2	12 mm	L2-XL
C	31,0	240 mm²	21,1	12 mm	L2-XL
C	31,0	300 mm²	23,7	12 mm	XL

Versions and Part Numbers

Shelter Evolution only - connector not included

For the connector and Shelter Evolution combination check the Part numbers page.

CABLE GLAND	SHORT VERSION (Compatible with set-screw and crimp contacts)	MEDIUM VERSION (Compatible with EasiLug and ComLug L contacts)	LONG VERSION (Compatible with ComLug L2 and ComLug XL contacts)
Shelter with M40 thread and without cable gland	SPXSH-SM4	SPXSH-MM4	SPXSH-LM4
Shelter with M50 thread and without cable gland	SPXSH-SM5	SPXSH-MM5	SPXSH-LM5
Shelter with reduced M40 gland Ø 15-23 mm	SPXSH-SMQ	SPXSH-MMQ	SPXSH-LMQ
Shelter with normal M40 gland Ø 19-28 mm	SPXSH-SMP	SPXSH-MMP	SPXSH-LMP
Shelter with oversized M40 gland Ø 22-32 mm	SPXSH-SMR	SPXSH-MMR	SPXSH-LMR
Shelter with M50 gland Ø 30-38 mm	SPXSH-SMU	SPXSH-MMU	SPXSH-LMU

Overall dimensions
Overall dimensions

Short version
with M40 gland
Short version
with M40 gland

Dimensions in mm

Short version
with M50 gland
Short version
with M50 gland

Dimensions in mm

Medium version
with M40 gland

Dimensions in mm

Medium version
with M50 gland

Dimensions in mm

Long version
with M40 gland

Dimensions in mm

Long version
with M50 gland

Dimensions in mm

Panel mount cut-out dimensions
Panel mount cut-out dimensions

Panel drain front/rear
Panel drain front/rear

Dimensions in mm

Panel source front/rear
Panel source front/rear

Dimensions in mm

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Protection caps IP67
Protection caps IP67

For IP67 waterproof protection
For IP67 waterproof protection

The PowerSyntax IP67 caps ensure complete waterproof protection and IP53 caps are a fast, easy way to protect connectors.

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Shelter Evolution

IP67 Protective backshell add-on for Basic panel connectors

Shelter Evolution

IP67 Protective backshell add-on for Basic panel connectors

The ultimate accessory for your insulated panels

The ultimate accessory for your insulated panels

Now you can mount a IP67 backshell to your Basic panel connectors

Now you can mount a IP67 backshell to your Basic panel connectors

Panel view

Panel view

Backshell view

Backshell view

Extreme protection and no mechanical stresson the backshell

Extreme protection and no mechanical stresson the backshell