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Chico A and Chico X Sealing Compounds and Fiber

Crouse-Hinds series Chico sealing compounds and fiber are used to form a seal around each electrical conductor and between them, and inside of the sealing fitting to restrict the passage of gases, vapors or flames through the sealing fitting.   

Chico A sealing compound is a water soluble powder that can be easily mixed and poured.  The dense compound expands slightly when hardening and bonds to inner walls of sealing fittings.  Chico A-P Intrapak is packaged in a two compartment plastic pouch with precise amount of water for mixing.  No measuring is required, speeding up the installation process.  Chico X fiber forms a dam between the integral bushing of the sealing fitting and the end of the conduit and around the electrical conductors entering the hub.  It is a mineral wool that packs easily, forming around each conductor. 

Chico A, Chico A-P and Chico X are approved for use in Class I, Division 1, Groups A, B, C, D and Class II, Division 1, Groups E, F, G hazardous areas.

Certifications and compliances

NEC

  • Class I, Divisions 1 & 2, Groups A, B, C, D

 

Design features

Chico A sealing compound:

  • Cure time is 8 hours for Class I, Groups C and D applications and 72 hours for Class I, Group A and B applications
  • 1 year shelf life from date of manufacture
  • Ambient temperature range (after curing) is -40°F to +165°F 

Chico A-P Intrapak:

  • Packaged in two compartment plastic pouch with precise amount of water for mixing; no measuring or tools required
  • A hard squeeze of the water compartment forces the water into the compartment containing the Chico compound; mixing is completed by kneading the pouch for one minute
  • Mixed sealing compound is poured directly into the sealing fitting – no funnel required; the package label indicates the size and quantity of sealing fittings each pouch will properly fill; compound hardens in 60-70 minutes

Chico X fiber:

  • Mineral wool that packs easily, forming around each conductor
productfamily.specification
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Chico A sealing compound, 115 Cu In
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Chico A-P Intrapak sealing compound, 5 Cu In, 5 pouches per carton
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Chico A sealing compound, 4600 Cu In
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Chico A sealing compound, 23 Cu In
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Chico A-P Intrapak sealing compound, 11 Cu In, 5 pouches per carton
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Chico A sealing compound, 23 Cu In, Includes 1 oz. Chico X fiber
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Chico X fiber sealing compound, Mineral wool, 2 oz
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Chico X fiber sealing compound, Mineral wool, 8 oz
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Chico X fiber sealing compound, Mineral wool, 1 lb
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