Description
A2F Cable Gland Technical Info
A2F cmp explosive proof cable glands are suitable for all types of unarmored cables. Certified by ATEX for the safe glanding of cables in Class 1, Zone 1, potentially explosive atmospheres, they’re manufactured in accordance with the following:
ATEX Certificates
- SIRA13ATEX1068X
- SIRA13ATEX4074X
Approvals
- LRS: 01/00172 (E3)
- DNV: TAE00000Y
- ABS: 14-LD234401A-4-PDA
- BV: 43180/A1BV
IECEx Certificates
- IECEx SIR 13.0023X
- IECEx SIM 14.0006
An A2F explosive atmosphere cable gland is available in brass, electroless nickel-plated brass, stainless steel, and aluminum constructions, but EUTEX International’s standard offering is nickel-plated brass. Optional accessories include locknuts, earth tags, serrated washers, entry thread seals, shrouds, and ingress discs.
This cable gland type features a displacement-type flameproof seal and deluge protections. Standard cable operating environments are -60°C to +130°C, whereas ThermEx options are 20°C to 200°C.
They’re ideal for onshore and offshore use as well as other hazardous areas exposed to gases and dust. Common applications include:
- Aerospace
- Defense
- Chemical
- Mining
- Minerals & Metals
- Commercial Construction
- Downstream Hydrocarbons
- Food & Beverage
- Industrial Energy
- Onsite Utilities
- Industrial Machinery
- Laboratory and R&D
- Life Sciences
- Medical
- Marine
- Oil & Gas
- Packaging
- Power
- Pulp & Paper
- Textiles
- Water & Wastewate
Why Choose EUTEX International?
EUTEX International is a leading provider of electric cables and accessories for demanding industrial use. With an ISO 9001:2015-certified Quality Management System, every product we supply is guaranteed to be durable, effective, and of the highest quality. Strategically positioned locations worldwide enable us to deliver the electrical products you need on time and within budget.
Contact us to learn more about A2F cable gland explosives. Our experts are happy to discuss your needs in greater detail.
Technical
| Design Specification | BS 6121:Part 1:1989, IEC 62444, EN 62444 |
| Mechanical Classifications* | Impact = Level 8, Retention = Class B |
| Enclosure Protection | IK10 to IEC 62262 (20 joules) Brass & Stainless Steel only |
| ATEX Certificate | SIRA13ATEX1068X, SIRA13ATEX4074X |
| Code of Protection | II 2G, II 1D Ex d IIC Gb, Ex e IIC Gb, Ex ta IIIC Da II 3G Ex nR IIC Gc I M2 Ex d I Mb, Ex e I Mb |
| Compliance Standards | EN 60079-0,1,7,15,31 |
| IECEx Certificate | IECEx SIR 13.0023X, IECEx SIM 14.0006 |
| Code of Protection | Ex d IIC Gb, Ex e IIC Gb, Ex nR IIC Gc, Ex ta IIIC Da, Ex d I Mb, Ex e I Mb |
| Compliance Standards | IEC 60079-0,1,7,15,31 |
| CSA Certificate | 1211841 |
| Code of Protection | Class I, Div 2 Groups B, C, D; Class II, Div 2 Groups E, F, G; Class III, Div 2; Type 4X: Oil Resistant II: Ex d IIC, Ex e II, Ex nR II |
| Compliance Standards | C22.2 No 0,0.4, 94, 174, CAN/CSA-E60079-0,1,7,15 |
| EAC Certificate | C-GB.AA87.B.00487 |
| KCC Certificate | 13_GA4BO_0748X, 13_GA4BO_0749X, 13_GA4BO_0750X, 14_GA4BO_0251X |
| NEPSI Certificate | GYJ13.1140X , GYJ13.1282X |
| INMETRO Certificate | TÜV 12.0619X |
| CCOE / PESO (India) Certificate | P333688 |
| RETIE Certificate | 03866 |
| Marine Approvals | LRS: 01/00172 (E3), DNV: TAE00000Y, ABS: 14-LD234401A-4-PDA, BV: 43180/A1BV |
| Ingress Protection Rating ** | IP66, IP67 & IP68 |
| Deluge Protection Compliance | DTS01 : 91 |
| Cable Gland Material | Brass, Electroless Nickel Plated Brass, Stainless Steel, Aluminium |
| Seal Material | CMP SOLO LSF Halogen Free Thermoset Elastomer |
| Cable Type | Unarmoured & Braided when terminated inside enclosure |
| Sealing Technique | CMP Unique Displacement Seal Concept |
| Sealing Area(s) | Cable Outer Sheath |
| Optional Accessories | Locknuts, Earth Tags, Serrated Washers, Entry Thread Seals, Shrouds,Ingress Discs |
| Optional Installation Tools | Spanners, Armour Former Tool |
Product Table
Metric
| Cable Gland Size | Available Entry Threads “C” (Alternate Metric Thread Lengths Available) | Overall Cable Diameter “A” | Across Flats “D” | Across Corners “D” | Protrusion Length “F” | Combined Ordering Reference (*Brass Metric) | Shroud | Cable Gland Weight (Kgs) | |||||||
| Standard | Option | ||||||||||||||
| Metric | Thread Length (Metric) “E” | NPT | Thread Length (NPT) “E” | NPT | Min | Max | Max | Max | Size | Type | Ordering Suffix | ||||
| 16 | M16 | 15.0 | – | – | – | 3.2 | 8.7 | 24.0 | 26.4 | 29.9 | 16 | A2F | 1RA | PVC02 | 0.06 |
| 20S16 | M20 | 15.0 | ½” | 19.9 | ¾” | 3.2 | 8.7 | 24.0 | 26.4 | 26.0 | 20S16 | A2F | 1RA | PVC04 | 0.07 |
| 20S | M20 | 15.0 | ½” | 19.9 | ¾” | 6.1 | 11.7 | 24.0 | 26.4 | 26.0 | 20S | A2F | 1RA | PVC04 | 0.06 |
| 20 | M20 | 15.0 | ½” | 19.9 | ¾” | 6.5 | 14.0 | 27.0 | 29.7 | 27.7 | 20 | A2F | 1RA | PVC05 | 0.07 |
| 25 | M25 | 15.0 | ¾” | 20.2 | 1″ | 11.1 | 20.0 | 36.0 | 39.6 | 35.5 | 25 | A2F | 1RA | PVC09 | 0.13 |
| 32 | M32 | 15.0 | 1″ | 25.0 | 1 ¼” | 17.0 | 26.3 | 41.0 | 45.1 | 35.1 | 32 | A2F | 1RA | PVC10 | 0.15 |
| 40 | M40 | 15.0 | 1 ¼” | 25.6 | 1 ½” | 23.5 | 32.2 | 50.0 | 55.0 | 35.1 | 40 | A2F | 1RA | PVC13 | 0.20 |
| 50S | M50 | 15.0 | 1 ½” | 26.1 | 2″ | 31.0 | 38.2 | 55.0 | 60.5 | 33.0 | 50S | A2F | 1RA | PVC15 | 0.26 |
| 50 | M50 | 15.0 | 2″ | 26.9 | 2 ½” | 35.6 | 44.0 | 60.0 | 66.0 | 37.3 | 50 | A2F | 1RA | PVC18 | 0.27 |
| 63S | M63 | 15.0 | 2″ | 26.9 | 2 ½” | 41.5 | 49.9 | 70.5 | 77.6 | 33.5 | 63S | A2F | 1RA | PVC21 | 0.43 |
| 63 | M63 | 15.0 | 2 ½” | 39.9 | 3″ | 47.2 | 55.9 | 75.0 | 82.5 | 36.2 | 63 | A2F | 1RA | PVC23 | 0.40 |
| 75S | M75 | 15.0 | 2 ½” | 39.9 | 3″ | 54.0 | 61.9 | 84.0 | 92.4 | 34.1 | 75S | A2F | 1RA | PVC26 | 0.52 |
| 75 | M75 | 15.0 | 3″ | 41.5 | 3 ½” | 61.1 | 67.9 | 84.0 | 92.4 | 40.9 | 75 | A2F | 1RA | PVC26 | 0.50 |
| 90 | M90 | 24.0 | 3 ½” | 42.8 | 4″ | 66.6 | 79.9 | 108.0 | 118.8 | 60.3 | 90 | A2F | 1RA | PVC31 | 1.60 |
| 100 | M100 | 24.0 | 3 ½” | 42.8 | 4″ | 76.0 | 91.0 | 123.0 | 135.3 | 57.2 | 100 | A2F | 1RA | – | 1.78 |
| 115 | M115 | 24.0 | 4″ | 44.0 | 5″ | 86.0 | 97.9 | 133.4 | 146.7 | 67.3 | 115 | A2F | 1RA | – | 2.67 |
| 130 | M130 | 24.0 | 5″ | 46.8 | – | 97.0 | 114.9 | 152.4 | 167.6 | 74.7 | 130 | A2F | 1RA | – | 3.80 |
| Dimensions are displayed in millimetres unless otherwise stated | |||||||||||||||
Imperial
| Cable Gland Size | Available Entry Threads “C” (Alternate Metric Thread Lengths Available) | Overall Cable Diameter “A” | Across Flats “D” | Across Corners “D” | Protrusion Length “F” | Combined Ordering Reference (*Brass Metric) | Shroud | Cable Gland Weight (Ozs) | |||||||
| Standard | Option | ||||||||||||||
| Metric | Thread Length (Metric) “E” | NPT | Thread Length (NPT) “E” | NPT | Min | Max | Max | Max | Size | Type | Ordering Suffix | ||||
| 16 | M16 | 0.59 | – | – | – | 0.13 | 0.34 | 0.94 | 1.04 | 1.18 | 16 | A2F | 1RA | PVC02 | 2.12 |
| 20S16 | M20 | 0.59 | ½” | 0.78 | ¾” | 0.13 | 0.34 | 0.94 | 1.04 | 1.02 | 20S16 | A2F | 1RA | PVC04 | 2.47 |
| 20S | M20 | 0.59 | ½” | 0.78 | ¾” | 0.24 | 0.46 | 0.94 | 1.04 | 1.02 | 20S | A2F | 1RA | PVC04 | 2.12 |
| 20 | M20 | 0.59 | ½” | 0.78 | ¾” | 0.26 | 0.55 | 1.06 | 1.17 | 1.09 | 20 | A2F | 1RA | PVC05 | 2.47 |
| 25 | M25 | 0.59 | ¾” | 0.80 | 1″ | 0.44 | 0.79 | 1.42 | 1.56 | 1.40 | 25 | A2F | 1RA | PVC09 | 4.59 |
| 32 | M32 | 0.59 | 1″ | 0.98 | 1 ¼” | 0.67 | 1.04 | 1.61 | 1.78 | 1.38 | 32 | A2F | 1RA | PVC10 | 5.29 |
| 40 | M40 | 0.59 | 1 ¼” | 1.01 | 1 ½” | 0.93 | 1.27 | 1.97 | 2.17 | 1.38 | 40 | A2F | 1RA | PVC13 | 7.05 |
| 50S | M50 | 0.59 | 1 ½” | 1.03 | 2″ | 1.22 | 1.50 | 2.17 | 2.38 | 1.30 | 50S | A2F | 1RA | PVC15 | 9.17 |
| 50 | M50 | 0.59 | 2″ | 1.06 | 2 ½” | 1.40 | 1.73 | 2.36 | 2.60 | 1.47 | 50 | A2F | 1RA | PVC18 | 9.52 |
| 63S | M63 | 0.59 | 2″ | 1.06 | 2 ½” | 1.63 | 1.96 | 2.78 | 3.06 | 1.32 | 63S | A2F | 1RA | PVC21 | 15.17 |
| 63 | M63 | 0.59 | 2 ½” | 1.57 | 3″ | 1.86 | 2.20 | 2.95 | 3.25 | 1.43 | 63 | A2F | 1RA | PVC23 | 14.11 |
| 75S | M75 | 0.59 | 2 ½” | 1.57 | 3″ | 2.13 | 2.44 | 3.31 | 3.64 | 1.34 | 75S | A2F | 1RA | PVC26 | 18.34 |
| 75 | M75 | 0.59 | 3″ | 1.63 | 3 ½” | 2.41 | 2.67 | 3.31 | 3.64 | 1.61 | 75 | A2F | 1RA | PVC26 | 17.64 |
| 90 | M90 | 0.94 | 3 ½” | 1.69 | 4″ | 2.62 | 3.15 | 4.25 | 4.68 | 2.37 | 90 | A2F | 1RA | PVC31 | 56.44 |
| 100 | M100 | 0.94 | 3 ½” | 1.69 | 4″ | 2.99 | 3.58 | 4.84 | 5.33 | 2.25 | 100 | A2F | 1RA | – | 62.79 |
| 115 | M115 | 0.94 | 4″ | 1.73 | 5″ | 3.39 | 3.85 | 5.25 | 5.78 | 2.65 | 115 | A2F | 1RA | – | 94.18 |
| 130 | M130 | 0.94 | 5″ | 1.84 | – | 3.82 | 4.52 | 6.00 | 6.60 | 2.94 | 130 | A2F | 1RA | – | 134.04 |
| Dimensions are displayed in inches unless otherwise stated | |||||||||||||||