Eaton Crouse-Hinds CEX-13-3-A-12-333-PN Cable Plug - Zone 1
Part Number: CEX-13-3-A-12-333-PN-CH
Quick Summary
CEX-13-3-A-12-333-PN is a rugged cable mounted plug designed for hazardous-area applications. Engineers often struggle to find certified connectors that survive tough environments without costly downtime. This solution carries IECEx/ATEX Zone 1 certification, IP66/IP68 protection, and a NEMA 4X 6P rating, ensuring reliable operation in harsh sites. For system integrators and maintenance teams, it translates to faster installations, simplified compliance, and reduced spare-part inventories, delivering safer, more efficient control-system connectivity in petrochemical, mining, and heavy industry environments.
Product Information
Extended Description
CEX-13-3-A-12-333-PN-CH Eaton Crouse-Hinds: Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Roughneck CEX cable mounted plug with cable gland, 18A, Eex d gland, Unarmoured, Male, Silver plated copper contacts, #16 AWG, Crimp, Pin, 10.5 - 15.5 inner sheath, 13.5 - 21.0 outer sheath, 12 shell
Product Name
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Roughneck CEX cable mounted plug with cable gland
Catalog Number
CEX-13-3-A-12-333-PN
Product Length/Depth
6.57 in
Product Height
1.75 in
Product Width
1.75 in
Product Weight
1 lb
UPC
662275366931
Area classification
Hazardous/Classified Locations
Standards type
NEC/CEC IECEx/ATEX
IECEx/ATEX hazardous rating
Zone 1
NEMA Rating
4X 6P
Ingress protection (IP) ratings
IP66 IP68
Shell size
12
Cable hardware
Eex d Gland
Cable type
Unarmoured
Inner sheath (min/max)
10.5 - 15.5
Outer sheath (min/max)
13.5 - 21.0
Contact size
#16 AWG
Amperage Rating
18 A
Connector gender
Male
Contact type
Pin
Contact termination
Crimp
Contact material
Silver plated copper
Roughneck Hazardous Area Multi-pin and Single Pole Connectors catalog page
IF 1683 - Roughneck Hazardous Multi-pin Connector
Eaton Specification Sheet - CEX-13-3-A-12-333-PN
Feature: 18 A amperage rating enables standard control circuit loads and motor-control links with confidence → Business Impact: reduces the need for multiple smaller connectors and minimizes wiring changes during commissioning → Application: panel-to-harness connections in hazardous-area control panels. Feature: EEx d cable gland provides intrinsic safety in Zone 1 environments → Business Impact: lowers ignition risk and simplifies regulatory approval → Application: field terminations in hazardous-location assemblies. Feature: Unarmoured cable option with 10.5–15.5 mm inner and 13.5–21.0 mm outer sheath tolerances → Business Impact: broad compatibility with common industrial cables, lowering inventory complexity → Application: towing, field-bed, or motor connection runs. Feature: Silver-plated copper contacts with crimp termination → Business Impact: improves conductivity and vibration resistance, reducing contact creep → Application: high-reliability signal and power paths in demanding plants. Feature: IP66/IP68 and NEMA 4X 6P ruggedness → Business Impact: ensures ingress protection and long-term outdoor performance, lowering maintenance costs → Application: offshore platforms, refineries, and outdoor switchgear. Feature: 12-shell size and 6.57 in length with 1.75 in width/height → Business Impact: compact yet capable footprint for tight panels and crowded wiring ducts → Application: multi-pin hazardous-area connectors in space-constrained installations.
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FAQs
When installing the CEX-13-3-A-12-333-PN, ensure the EEx d gland is correctly seated and the cable outer sheath falls within the 13.5-21.0 mm range while the inner sheath is 10.5-15.5 mm. Use crimp contact termination with #16 AWG conductors, and clamp the shell securely to maintain IP66/IP68 integrity. Follow Zone 1 wiring practices per installation sheets for safe commissioning.
The connector supports an 18 A amperage rating with #16 AWG conductors. It uses male pin contacts with crimp termination and silver-plated copper contact material. The 12-shell size enables multi-pin configurations suitable for hazardous-area control or sensing applications, ensuring reliable power and signal paths.
Yes. The CEX-13-3-A-12-333-PN offers IP66/IP68 protection and NEMA 4X 6P ratings, making it suitable for harsh outdoor and indoor environments. This combination provides robust ingress protection against dust, water, and corrosion, which translates to reduced maintenance and longer service life in challenging sites.
The connector carries IECEx/ATEX hazardous location certifications with Zone 1 rating and supports NEC/CEC compliance. Its NEMA 4X 6P rating and IP66/IP68 protection further bolster regulatory acceptance for hazardous-location installations, facilitating safer, compliant system integration across petrochemical, mining, and industrial automation projects.
By combining Zone 1 certification, high IP protection, durable materials, and a compact 12-shell design, the CEX-13-3-A-12-333-PN reduces installation time, minimizes risk of costly rework, and lowers spare-part needs. The product’s ruggedness and certifications help keep projects on schedule while delivering long-term reliability and compliance across hazardous environments.