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Ivory straight-blade receptacle with compact impact-resistant face

Hubbell Incorporated

Hubbell Incorporated HBL8300HI Straight Blade Receptacle 5-20R 20 A Ivory

SKU CH-0NNF-FG0SQ

A 20 A straight-blade receptacle with hospital-grade nickel-plated contacts and impact-resistant face

  • Color familyIvory
  • Product typeWiring Devices
  • Hospital-grade reliability with UL-compliant construction
  • Nickel-plated bypass contacts reduce operating temperature
  • Four-point grounding system ensures low-resistance continuity
  • Impact-resistant deep face prevents breakage in high-abuse areas
  • Slender compact design fits tight installation spaces

Hospital-grade receptacle

The Hubbell HBL8300HI is a straight-blade 5-20R receptacle rated at 20 A, finished in ivory. It is built to UL hospital-grade requirements that exceed standard device specifications. The extra heavy-duty construction suits healthcare facilities and other high-abuse environments where reliable power connections are critical. This device is not for buyers who need a different amperage rating or a locking-blade configuration.

Nickel-plated contacts and thermal performance

Exclusive nickel-plated bypass contacts increase contact pressure, which lowers the operating temperature during normal use. The four-point grounding system provides redundant grounding for low-resistance ground continuity. An impact-resistant deep face design prevents breakage under daily physical stress. These features combine to deliver consistent performance and reliability in demanding installations.

Sustained load behaviour

Under continuous load the nickel-plated bypass contacts maintain pressure to keep temperatures down over extended periods. The four-point grounding system preserves low-resistance ground continuity even after repeated insertion cycles. The impact-resistant face and finder-groove design resist wear that could degrade the connection. The receptacle is restricted from sale in certain states, so verify local code compliance before specifying.

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Price $23.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameHUBBELL WIRING DEVICE-KELLEMS
Color familyIvory
Product typeWiring Devices

Questions about this item

How do I wire the HBL8300HI receptacle and what is the common mistake installers make?

Connect hot, neutral and ground to the screw terminals using the nickel-plated bypass contacts; the step often missed is tightening each terminal to the specified torque so the four-point grounding system maintains low-resistance continuity.

What part of the HBL8300HI will need inspection or replacement after extended use in a clinical setting?

The triple-wipe contacts and impact-resistant face should be checked periodically; heavy plug insertion cycles can wear the contact wipe surfaces, and the deep face can crack if subjected to repeated impact.

Which limit appears first when the HBL8300HI runs at 20 A continuously in a high-abuse area?

The operating temperature of the nickel-plated bypass contacts rises first; the design lowers temperature but sustained 20 A load in demanding environments will reach thermal limits before mechanical wear becomes critical.

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