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    Cable Glands

    Cable glands, also known as cable connectors or cable fittings, are mechanical devices used to securely attach and seal cables to equipment, enclosures, or surfaces while providing protection against environmental factors such as dust, moisture, and even the entry of gases or liquids. They are commonly used in various industries, including electrical, telecommunications, manufacturing, and construction.

    Cable glands come in various sizes, materials, and designs to accommodate different cable types. They often consist of multiple components, including a body, a sealing element (such as a rubber or elastomeric seal), a locknut, and sometimes additional features like gaskets or washers.

    What are cable glands used for?

    • Cable Protection: Cable glands provide strain relief, which prevents cables from being pulled or twisted at the point of entry into equipment. This helps to protect the cables from damage and ensures longevity.
    • Environmental Sealing: Cable glands typically have features that allow for effective sealing against external elements. They prevent dust, dirt, water, and other contaminants from entering into the equipment or enclosure, thereby safeguarding the components inside.
    • Safety: Cable glands can help prevent dangerous situations such as electrical shorts or fires by providing a secure and proper connection between cables and equipment.
    • Cable Management: Cable glands help organize and manage cables, keeping them neat and well-arranged within enclosures or equipment.

    What are the different types of cable glands? 

    • Metal glands - suitable for use in more demanding environments. The glands are robust and can cope with the high demands of harsher environments. Metal glands include brass, stainless steel, and nickel-plated.
    • Plastic glands - Due to their clamp and seal design, plastic glands have a wider cable entry range. They are ideal for flexible cables and provide high strain relief. Plastic glands include polyamide and nylon.
    • Thread size - The two main thread types on a gland are metric (M) or Panzer-Gewinde (PG). Metric sizes range from M6 to M63, whilst Panzer-Gewinde sizes range from PG7 to PG21. Cable glands are often supplied with a locknut, however locknuts are also available to purchase as a separate accessory.
    • Ingress protection - The IP rating can also be a key feature to consider when selecting a cable gland. IP-rated glands offer extra protection to reduce the ingress of dust and moisture. Protection classes range from IP44 to IP69K. The most popular is IP67 or IP68.
    • Hazardous kits -  are for fitting onto cables in dangerous or high-risk enclosures.

    For more information on cable glands please refer to our comprehensive Cable Gland Guide;

    https://uk.rs-online.com/web/content/discovery/ideas-and-advice/cable-glands-guide

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    NPT 3/8in
    8mm
    5mm
    Polyamide
    Black
    SIB-TEC
    IP68
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
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    Phoenix Contact
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    M16
    17mm
    11.5mm
    Nickel Plated Brass
    Metal
    WP-G
    IP65
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Legrand
    Locknut Included
    M25
    18mm
    12mm
    Plastic
    Red
    -
    IP68
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
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    SIB
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    M50
    38.5mm
    28mm
    Polyamide
    Blue
    SIB-TEC
    IP68
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Prysmian
    Locknut Included
    M50
    46.2mm
    38mm
    Steel
    -
    LSF-CW
    IP66
    -
    Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH)
    +90°C
    -20°C
    9
    CE
    -
    -
    -
    1
    TE Connectivity
    Locknut Included
    1-3/8-12 UNF
    15.2mm
    4.3mm
    Modified Polyolefin
    Black
    CES Series
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    HENSEL
    -
    M50
    35mm
    21mm
    Polyamide
    Black
    ASS
    IP66, IP67, IP69 (IP69K)
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
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    Takachi Electric Industrial
    Locknut Included
    M10
    6mm
    3mm
    Polyamide
    Black
    RMW
    IP67
    No
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    SIB
    -
    NPT 1in
    25mm
    16mm
    Polyamide
    Black
    SIB-TEC
    IP68
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Lapp
    Locknut Included
    M40
    28mm
    19mm
    Nickel Plated Brass
    Metallic
    SKINTOP
    IP68
    -
    -
    +100°C
    -25°C
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    SIB
    Locknut Included
    PG36
    32mm
    18mm
    PA 6
    Grey
    SIB-TEC
    IP68
    -
    -
    +100°C
    -40°C
    -
    RoHS Compliant, UL 94 V-2
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Legrand
    Locknut Included
    M50
    38mm
    30mm
    Plastic
    Grey
    -
    IP68
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Lapp
    Locknut Included
    PG21
    18mm
    13mm
    Polyamide
    Black
    SKINTOP
    IP68
    -
    -
    +80°C
    -20°C
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Lapp
    Locknut Included
    PG13.5
    14mm
    12mm
    Nickel Plated Brass
    Metallic
    SKINDICHT
    IP55
    -
    -
    +80°C
    -20°C
    -
    CE, RoHS Compliant
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Entrelec
    Locknut Included
    PG9
    8mm
    4mm
    PA 6
    Light Grey
    1SNG
    IP66, IP68
    -
    UL 94 V2
    +100°C
    -20°C
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    HENSEL
    -
    M40
    28mm
    16mm
    Polyamide
    Grey
    KBM
    IP65, IP67
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Lapp
    Locknut Included
    PG36
    32mm
    19mm
    Nickel Plated Brass
    Metallic
    SKINTOP
    IP68
    -
    -
    +100°C
    -25°C
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Lapp
    -
    M25
    33.6mm
    30mm
    Polyamide
    Light Grey
    SKINTOP STR-M
    IP69
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Lapp
    Locknut Included
    M16
    8mm
    5mm
    Nickel Plated Brass
    Metallic
    SKINDICHT
    IP55
    -
    -
    +80°C
    -30°C
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Lapp
    -
    M20
    13mm
    7mm
    Polyamide
    Grey
    SKINTOP
    IP68
    -
    Heat Resistant
    +100°C
    -20°C
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