Eaton Crouse-Hinds E1049-16 Roughneck Plug - 1000 Vac/dc
Part Number: E1049-16
Quick Summary
Eaton Crouse-Hinds Roughneck E1049 plug provides high-current power connections for harsh industrial environments. Engineers often struggle with reliable, moisture- and vibration-resistant terminations that stay secure across long cable runs. This unit carries NEC/CEC compliance, NEMA 3 protection, and ordinary/non-hazardous location suitability, enabling safer operation in diverse facilities. With a 646 kcmil copper conductor and hexagon crimp or solder termination, it delivers dependable performance while simplifying field installation. The result is reduced maintenance, lower downtime, and faster commissioning on motor feeders and large equipment power feeds.
Product Information
Extended Description
E1049-16 Eaton Crouse-Hinds: Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Roughneck E1049 plug, Up to 1009A continuous, 646 kcmil, White, Hexagon crimp or solder, Copper contacts, Male, Rubber, 1000 Vac/dc
Product Name
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Roughneck E1049 plug
Catalog Number
E1049-16
Product Length/Depth
8.5 in
Product Height
2.16 in
Product Width
2.16 in
Product Weight
5.5 lb
UPC
662275135827
Area classification
Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations
Standards type
NEC/CEC
NEMA Rating
3
Cable size
646 kcmil
Amperage Rating
Up to 1009A Continuous
Voltage rating
1000 Vac/dc
Gender
Male
Connection type
Hexagon crimp or solder
Color
White
Material
Rubber
Contact material
Copper
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Eaton Specification Sheet - E1049-16
Feature: Up to 1009A continuous amperage rating. Business Impact: Supports high-load motor and equipment feeds with a generous safety margin, reducing overload events and unplanned outages. Application: Industrial power distribution in stamping presses, extruders, and large conveyors. Feature: Cable size 646 kcmil and copper contacts. Business Impact: Enables handling of large conductors with low contact resistance for efficient current transfer. Application: Main feeder connections in heavy manufacturing and refining plants. Feature: Voltage rating 1000 Vac/dc. Business Impact: Accommodates both AC and DC power systems, improving versatility and asset compatibility. Application: DC bus and motor drive applications alongside AC distribution. Feature: Rugged rubber housing and white finish. Business Impact: Provides insulation, resistance to field wear, and visibility for quick inspection in demanding environments. Application: Plant floor installations with frequent maintenance and inspections. Feature: Connection type hexagon crimp or solder. Business Impact: Offers flexible termination options to suit technician skill sets and on-site conditions, shortening install time. Application: Field terminations in retrofits or new builds. Feature: Certifications and location class—Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations, NEC/CEC, NEMA 3. Business Impact: Ensures regulatory compliance and broad applicability without special enclosure requirements. Application: General-purpose power distribution in non-hazardous industrial facilities.
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FAQs
The E1049-16 supports both hexagon crimp and solder terminations. For crimping, select the correct size die for 646 kcmil conductors, ensure clean copper contacts, and crimp to a snug, consistent profile. For solder, pre-tin the conductor ends and apply a secure fillet to the copper contact. Verify mechanical integrity and perform a continuity check after installation to confirm low resistance and reliable current transfer.
Key specs include an amperage rating up to 1009A continuous, a voltage rating of 1000 Vac/dc, and a cable size of 646 kcmil with copper contacts. This male connector features a white rubber housing and is designed for ordinary/non-hazardous locations, complying with NEC/CEC standards and NEMA Rating 3.
Yes. The E1049-16 is rated for Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations with a NEMA 3 enclosure rating, making it suitable for general plant environments. While not a dedicated outdoor IP-rated component, its rubber housing and robust construction provide reliable performance in typical factory and workshop settings.
The plug adheres to NEC/CEC standards and carries a NEMA 3 rating, indicating suitability for non-hazardous indoor locations with protection against dust and light rain. This certification footprint helps ensure regulatory compliance, safer installations, and smoother procurement for compliance-focused projects.
The E1049-16 delivers high-current capability with durable termination options, reducing field rework and downtime. Its compatible hex crimp or solder terminations speed installation, while copper contacts and a robust rubber housing improve reliability, lowering maintenance costs and extending service life for heavy motor feeds and large-power distribution networks.