Leviton Telcom MRI83-R Hospital Grade Receptacle 5-20R

Product Description

The LEVITON TELCOM MRI83-R is a hospital grade, 5-20R configuration single receptacle finished in red. It is designed for use in critical care and healthcare environments where reliable, code-compliant power connections are required. The 5-20R configuration accepts standard 5-20P plugs and is rated for 20-amp circuits. Hospital grade receptacles meet stringent grounding and mechanical retention requirements mandated for patient care areas, making them a specified component in healthcare facility electrical installations. Licensed electricians and electrical contractors are the typical installing trade for this device.

This receptacle is suited for installation in hospitals, outpatient clinics, surgical centers, and other healthcare facilities where hospital grade wiring devices are required by code. The red color designation is commonly used to identify outlets connected to emergency or critical branch circuits, aiding staff in quickly identifying backed-up power sources during normal operations and emergency conditions. It is sold individually as a single unit.

Key Features

• Hospital grade construction meets elevated grounding and retention standards for patient care areas
• 5-20R configuration accepts 5-20P plugs on 20-amp branch circuits
• Red color finish used to identify emergency or critical branch circuit outlets
• Single receptacle format for straightforward replacement or new installation
• Sold as individual unit for precise quantity ordering

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation hospital grade receptacle for 20-amp, 125-volt branch circuits in healthcare and critical care electrical systems.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed electrician in accordance with NFPA 99 healthcare facility requirements and the National Electrical Code. De-energize the branch circuit at the panel and verify absence of voltage with a meter before wiring. Hospital grade receptacles in patient care areas are subject to inspection and must be installed per facility and authority having jurisdiction requirements. Do not substitute a standard grade receptacle in a location where hospital grade is specified.