Eaton Crouse-Hinds CEX-133-B12-333PN Cable Plug - Zone 1
Part Number: CEX-133-B12-333PN
Quick Summary
The Eaton Crouse-Hinds CEX-133-B12-333PN is a rugged cable-mounted plug designed for hazardous-area equipment in industrial automation settings. For engineers, maintaining reliable seals and correct gland terminations under demanding conditions is a chronic challenge that drives maintenance costs and downtime. This product carries IECEx/ATEX Zone 1 permissions, IP68/IP66 protection, and a NEMA 6P 4X rating, ensuring safety and compliance across hazardous locations. It supports unarmoured #16 AWG cables with crimp pin contacts and a robust EEx d gland, delivering dependable performance in oil, gas, and chemical processing environments. By combining durable construction with straightforward installation, it reduces field labor, minimizes leakage paths, and improves overall system reliability while aligning with procurement standards and supplier lead times.
Product Information
Extended Description
CEX-133-B12-333PN 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, 13.5 - 20.5 inner sheath, 18.0 - 27.5 outer sheath, 12 shell, 4 contacts
Product Name
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Roughneck CEX cable mounted plug with cable gland
Catalog Number
CEX-133-B12-333PN
Product Length/Depth
6.57 in
Product Height
1.75 in
Product Width
1.75 in
Product Weight
1.5 lb
UPC
662276683471
Area classification
Hazardous/Classified Locations
Standards type
IECEx/ATEX NEC/CEC
IECEx/ATEX hazardous rating
Zone 1
NEMA Rating
6P 4X
Ingress protection (IP) ratings
IP68 IP66
Shell size
12
Cable hardware
Eex d Gland
Cable type
Unarmoured
Inner sheath (min/max)
13.5 - 20.5
Outer sheath (min/max)
18.0 - 27.5
Contact size
#16 AWG
Amperage Rating
18 A
Connector gender
Male
Contact type
Pin
Contact termination
Crimp
Contact material
Silver plated copper
Roughneck Multi-pin and Single Pole Connectors brochure
Roughneck Hazardous Area Multi-pin and Single Pole Connectors catalog page
IF 1683 - Roughneck Hazardous Multi-pin Connector
Eaton Specification Sheet - CEX-133-B12-333PN
Feature: EEx d gland provides robust hazardous-area sealing → Business Impact: Reduces the risk of gas ignition and ingress in harsh environments → Application: Zone 1 installations in oil, gas, and chemical processing facilities. Feature: 18 A amperage rating with #16 AWG silver-plated copper contacts and crimp termination → Business Impact: Ensures low contact resistance, high reliability, and vibration tolerance → Application: High-load, multi-pin connections for equipment in demanding automation systems. Feature: Unarmoured cable compatibility and 12-shell configuration with 4 contacts → Business Impact: Simplifies field wiring and accelerates installation without compromising protection → Application: Standardized wiring for Roughneck multi-pin assemblies in hazardous locations. Feature: IP68/IP66 protection and NEMA 6P 4X rating → Business Impact: Extends service life, minimizes maintenance, and supports long service intervals → Application: Outdoor, offshore, and chemical plant environments requiring rugged waterproof performance. Feature: EEx d gland and Cable hardware designed for Roughneck connectors → Business Impact: Reliable gland integrity under vibration and thermal cycling → Application: Safe, compliant connections in hazardous-location equipment with easy retrofit options.
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FAQs
The CEX-133-B12-333PN is designed to accept unarmoured cables in the inner sheath range of 13.5–20.5 mm and outer sheath range of 18.0–27.5 mm. It uses a Crimp contact termination with #16 AWG conductors and an EEx d gland, ensuring a secure, sealed connection in Zone 1 environments. For proper performance, follow gland torque specifications and use compatible Roughneck accessories.
This plug carries IECEx/ATEX Zone 1 certifications, IP68/IP66 protection, and a NEMA 6P 4X rating. These certifications confirm suitability for hazardous locations and severe conditions, enabling compliant installation in oil, gas, and chemical facilities. They also support global procurement by aligning with multiple regulatory frameworks in hazardous-area projects.
Yes. The CEX-133-B12-333PN is part of the Roughneck line and is built around a 12-shell design with four contacts. Its connector gender is Male, with Crimp contact termination and silver-plated copper contacts, making it compatible with standard Roughneck mating interfaces and simplifying site integration while maintaining Zone 1 compliance.
Typical use cases include hazardous-area motor control, sensor and actuator connections in oil and gas processing, chemical plants, and offshore facilities. The combination of EEx d gland, Zone 1 certification, and robust IP ratings makes it ideal for reliable field wiring where environmental ingress and ignition risk must be minimized.
Expect reduced downtime due to durable sealing and reliable crimped contacts, longer service intervals thanks to IP68/66 protection, and lower maintenance costs from fewer gland-related failures. The plug’s rugged construction supports faster field terminations, easier replacements, and consistent performance in demanding hazardous-location environments, improving overall project uptime and total cost of ownership.