ATEX-approved cable glands are ideal for hazardous environment equipment

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Issue Date: 9th January 2008

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Anixter Components (formerly Heyco) is pleased to announce a new range of ATEX-approved cable glands for use in hazardous locations (type “e” or “d” according to EN50014, EN50018 and EN50019). The glands fix cables securely in place and are suitable for applications in potentially hazardous areas, including machine apparatus and plant equipment, control and feedback systems, railway vehicles and industrial installations.

The diverse range is available in sizes from M16 to M32, with diameters of three to 25mm and the glands can operate in a temperature range of -20 to +95 degrees C. Designed for use in the most demanding applications, all the glands in the range carry UL, CSA, VDE, CE, Germanischer Lloyd, ATEX and Ex II 2G 1D approvals as well as being sealed to IP68/69K for protection against the ingress of dust and water. They are moulded in UL94V-0 rated Nylon 6,6.

“With more than 35 years’ experience of supplying cable glands and fittings to industry Anixter Components understands design engineers’ requirements,” said Andrew Fletcher, Technical Director, Anixter Components. “We are really pleased to now offer a range of ATEX-approved glands. The practical design features and durability of this range make it an ideal choice for any cable application in a hazardous environment and we are now able to offer a reliable solution whatever our customers’ needs.”

For more information about Anixter Components’ extensive range of cable glands please call 01202 865 222, email sales@anixtercomponents.com or visit http://www.anixtercomponents.com

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