Eaton Crouse-Hinds E1049-201 Plug - NEMA 3 Rating
Part Number: E1049-201
Quick Summary
The Eaton Crouse-Hinds E1049-201 plug is a rugged, high-amperage connector designed for heavy-duty power feeds in industrial environments. Maintenance teams often grapple with unreliable high-current connections and tool compatibility during field installs. This Roughneck plug is NEC/CEC compliant, with a NEMA Rating of 3 and ordinary/non-hazardous location suitability, delivering code-conscious performance in demanding settings. With 444 kcmil copper conductors and up to 796 A continuous capability, it reduces installation time and enhances system reliability, while offering hexagon crimp or solder termination options for flexible field wiring and long-term service life.
Product Information
Extended Description
E1049-201 Eaton Crouse-Hinds: Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Roughneck E1049 plug, Up to 796A continuous, 444 kcmil, Black, Hexagon crimp or solder, Copper contacts, Male, Rubber, 1000 Vac/dc
Product Name
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Roughneck E1049 plug
Catalog Number
E1049-201
Product Length/Depth
8.5 in
Product Height
2.16 in
Product Width
2.16 in
Product Weight
5.5 lb
UPC
662275136183
Area classification
Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations
Standards type
NEC/CEC
NEMA Rating
3
Cable size
444 kcmil
Amperage Rating
Up to 796A Continuous
Voltage rating
1000 Vac/dc
Gender
Male
Connection type
Hexagon crimp or solder
Color
Black
Material
Rubber
Contact material
Copper
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Eaton Specification Sheet - E1049-201
Feature: High amperage capability Up to 796A continuous enables you to consolidate feeders and reduce parallel connections, lowering cabling complexity and labor costs in large facilities. Business Impact: Improved power distribution efficiency and reduced maintenance overhead. Application: Heavy manufacturing, mining, and processing plants where high current is routine. Feature: Large conductor accommodation 444 kcmil copper conductors support substantial current-carrying capacity with minimal voltage drop. Business Impact: Fewer terminations mean quicker installs and easier future upgrades. Application: Upstream/downstream equipment feeders and switchgear interconnects. Feature: Copper contact material delivers low resistance and superior conductivity. Business Impact: Enhanced reliability and reduced heat generation under load. Application: Critical power paths in non-hazardous environments. Feature: Rubber housing with rugged build provides durable protection in rough environments. Business Impact: Extended service life and lower replacement costs in dusty or damp plant floors. Application: Roughneck assemblies in ordinary locations. Feature: Hexagon crimp or solder termination offers flexible termination methods. Business Impact: Faster field termination with fewer specialized tools, increasing on-site productivity. Application: Field wiring on large-diameter cables and complex rigs. Feature: Voltage rating of 1000 Vac/dc supports versatile high-voltage distribution. Business Impact: Safe operation across multiple electrical systems, reducing device diversity. Application: Industrial power distribution networks requiring 1000 V capability.
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FAQs
The E1049-201 supports hexagon crimp or solder termination with copper contacts, enabling rapid, field-friendly terminations on up to 444 kcmil conductors. This flexibility reduces tooling needs and speeds up installation while maintaining a robust, low-resistance connection for high-current feeders.
This Roughneck plug is rated up to 796 A continuous and accommodates a 444 kcmil conductor with copper contacts. It is rated for 1000 Vac/dc, making it suitable for high-voltage industrial power distribution in non-hazardous environments.
No. The product is classified for Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations and carries a NEMA 3 rating. It is designed for non-hazardous areas, in line with NEC/CEC compliance requirements.
The E1049-201 is designed to NEC/CEC compliant, with a NEMA Rating of 3 and suitability for Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations. These certifications support safe, code-compliant use in typical industrial facilities.
Common applications include high-current feeders and interconnects in manufacturing, mining, and processing plants. The combination of 796 A capacity, 444 kcmil conductors, and 1000 Vac/dc rating supports reliable power distribution in rugged environments while meeting NEC/CEC requirements.