Description

Raychem Industrial Cable-Glands/E1RU

The E1RU Cable Gland is a heavy-duty, explosion-proof (ATEX/IECEx certified) double-compression cable gland designed for armoured cables used in hazardous industrial environments such as oil & gas, petrochemical plants, and power installations.

Product Description  :

The E1RU type is specifically engineered to:

• Provide secure cable termination and sealing
• Maintain electrical continuity (earthing) of armour
• Ensure flameproof and explosion-safe connections
• Protect equipment in hazardous (Ex) zones

It is suitable for both indoor and outdoor installations, especially where flammable gases or dust may be present.

Key Features :

• Double compression design
  → Seals at both inner bedding and outer sheath for enhanced safety
• Explosion-proof protection
  → Suitable for Ex d, Ex e, and Ex tb protection concepts
• High ingress protection
  → Up to IP66 / IP68 (dust-tight and water-tight)
• Robust construction
  → High mechanical strength with impact resistance ~7 Joules
• Wide compatibility
  → Works with SWA (Steel Wire Armoured), AWA, and braided cables
• Corrosion-resistant materials
  → Brass, nickel-plated brass, stainless steel, aluminium

Technical Specifications :

Mechanical & Material

• Material options:
  • Brass / Nickel-plated brass
  • Stainless steel (SS 304 / 316 / 303)
  • Aluminium / Galvanized steel
• Seal type: Double seal (chloroprene / silicone)
• Impact resistance: ~7 Joules

🌡️ Temperature Range :

• Chloroprene seal: –40°C to +100°C
• Silicone seal: –60°C to +130°C

Protection & Certification :

• Ingress protection: IP66 / IP68
• Explosion protection:
  • ATEX (Directive 2014/34/EU)
  • IECEx certified
  • Applicable zones: Hazardous areas (Gas & Dust)

🔌 Cable & Thread Compatibility :

• Cable type: Armoured cables (SWA, AWA, braided)
• Thread types:
  • Metric (M12 to M110)
  • NPT (¼″ to 3½″ and above)

Typical Clamping Range :

• Small sizes: 3 mm – 12 mm
• Medium sizes: 12 mm – 33 mm
• Large sizes: up to ~80 mm cable diameter

(Exact range depends on gland size and model variant)

Construction Components :

Typical E1RU gland consists of:

• Entry thread body
• Armour clamping cone
• Inner & outer sealing rings
• Compression nut
• Locknut, earth tag, washers (accessories)

Applications :

Used extensively in:

• Oil & Gas refineries
• Offshore platforms
• Petrochemical plants
• Power plants & substations
• Hazardous area instrumentation

Main functions:

• Cable sealing and retention
• Explosion containment
• Earthing continuity
• Environmental protection (dust, moisture)

Advantages :

• High safety in explosive atmospheres
• Dual sealing ensures zero ingress
• Strong mechanical cable grip
• Suitable for wide cable size range
• Long service life in corrosive environments

The E1RU gland is a premium industrial cable gland used when:

• You have armoured cables
• You need explosion-proof safety
• And require reliable sealing + grounding in harsh environments