{"product_id":"leviton-16p21-uw-nema-3r-single-pole-protective-cap","title":"Leviton 16P21-UW Nema 3R Single Pole Protective Cap","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe LEVITON 16P21-UW is a single pole protective cap rated for NEMA 3R environments. This male cap fits over female plugs to seal exposed electrical contacts when a cord or device is not in use. It provides a physical barrier against rain, sleet, and external ice formation, which is the core requirement of the NEMA 3R rating. Electricians and maintenance technicians use this cap on job sites and in permanent installations where outdoor or damp-location protection is required. The white finish and compact form factor make it suitable for residential and light commercial applications. It meets both CSA and UL listing requirements, confirming third-party safety verification.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis protective cap is used wherever a female plug is left disconnected in an outdoor or damp-rated installation. Typical applications include temporary power drops on construction sites, exterior receptacle covers, and cord-and-plug connected equipment stored between uses. NEMA 3R suitability makes it appropriate for covered outdoor locations such as building exteriors, loading docks, and equipment pads where rain exposure is likely but not continuous submersion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNEMA 3R rated for rain, sleet, and external ice protection in outdoor and damp locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMale gender fits directly over female plugs to protect open contacts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite color finish for standard residential and light commercial installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCSA Certified and UL Listed for third-party safety compliance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle pole design for straightforward single-circuit plug protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned for use with female plugs requiring a NEMA 3R rated single pole protective cap in outdoor or damp-location installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation and removal should be performed by a qualified electrician in accordance with NEC guidelines for damp and wet location wiring devices. Always de-energize the circuit before handling exposed plug contacts. Confirm that the mating female plug is fully de-energized and dry before seating the cap. Do not force the cap onto damaged or deformed plug housings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNEMA Rating\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3R\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGender\u003c\/strong\u003e: Male\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e: White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoles\u003c\/strong\u003e: Single Pole\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor Use With\u003c\/strong\u003e: Female Plug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.1 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertifications\u003c\/strong\u003e: CSA Certified, UL Listed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: LEVITON\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 16P21-UW\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"LEVITON","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51544615256370,"sku":"16P21-UW","price":33.46,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/ebd789824188d7c9ffb753f3d6bab49c.jpg?v=1785931541","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/leviton-16p21-uw-nema-3r-single-pole-protective-cap","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}