Eaton Crouse-Hinds E1049-38 Plug - NEC/CEC
Part Number: E1049-38
Quick Summary
Eaton Crouse-Hinds Roughneck E1049-38 plug delivers high-current power connections for demanding industrial equipment. Customers often confront connectors that fail under vibration, moisture, or improper termination, resulting in downtime and repair costs. This plug is engineered to NEC/CEC standards and NEMA 3-rated performance for ordinary/non-hazardous locations, ensuring consistent operation in harsh environments. With copper contacts and a rubber body, it supports hexagon crimp or solder terminations and up to 636A continuous at 1000 Vac/dc. Compatible with the Roughneck family, the E1049-38 offers reliable power distribution with straightforward installation, helping you reduce maintenance expenses and improve equipment uptime.
Product Information
Extended Description
E1049-38 Eaton Crouse-Hinds: Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Roughneck E1049 plug, Up to 636A continuous, 313 kcmil, Brown, Hexagon crimp or solder, Copper contacts, Male, Rubber, 1000 Vac/dc
Product Name
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Roughneck E1049 plug
Catalog Number
E1049-38
Product Length/Depth
8.5 in
Product Height
2.16 in
Product Width
2.16 in
Product Weight
5.5 lb
UPC
662275913678
Area classification
Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations
Standards type
NEC/CEC
NEMA Rating
3
Cable size
313 kcmil
Amperage Rating
Up to 636A Continuous
Voltage rating
1000 Vac/dc
Gender
Male
Connection type
Hexagon crimp or solder
Color
Brown
Material
Rubber
Contact material
Copper
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Eaton Specification Sheet - E1049-38
Feature: High current capability up to 636A continuous and 313 kcmil cable size. Business Impact: Enables distribution of large conductors without stacking multiple connectors, reducing panel density and installation time. Application: Heavy machinery feeders in manufacturing and mining environments. Feature: 1000 Vac/dc rating. Business Impact: Improves system flexibility for diverse voltages and safer long-term operation, lowering voltage drop and arc risk. Application: Plant power distribution and critical equipment feeds. Feature: Hexagon crimp or solder termination with copper contacts. Business Impact: Provides durable, low-resistance connections adaptable to field conditions, reducing maintenance calls. Application: Field installations in harsh environments with varied termination practices. Feature: Rubber housing, brown color, and rugged construction. Business Impact: Enhanced resistance to moisture, dust, and vibration, extending service life and reducing replacements. Application: Outdoor and non-hazardous locations in industrial facilities. Feature: NEC/CEC compliance and NEMA 3 rating for Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations. Business Impact: Simplifies regulatory approvals and enclosure integration, lowering risk and project lead times. Application: Facilities requiring electrical code conformity and weather-resilient components. Feature: 8.5 in length and 2.16 in width/height with a 5.5 lb weight. Business Impact: Predictable footprint for tray and panel planning, enabling accurate space budgeting. Application: Control cabinets and distribution blocks in tight spaces. Industry Insight: The Roughneck E1049 series is designed to align with set-and-forget maintenance cycles, reducing downtime costs in high-cycle applications and providing a familiar, interchangeable plug for compatible Roughneck connectors. This promotes faster spares planning and more efficient procurement workflows for maintenance teams.
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FAQs
The E1049-38 supports hexagon crimp or solder terminations with copper contacts. This gives field installers the flexibility to choose the termination method that best suits their tools and experience, while ensuring a robust, low-resistance connection for up to 313 kcmil conductors and 636A continuous operation.
This plug is rated up to 636A continuous and accepts 313 kcmil conductors, with a voltage rating of 1000 Vac/dc. These specs support high-current power feeds for large equipment, enabling fewer parallel connections and simplified wiring schemes in heavy-duty installations.
Yes. The E1049-38 is designed for Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations and carries a NEMA Rating of 3, indicating weather-resilient performance suitable for exterior or damp areas within facilities, provided the environment remains within non-hazardous classifications.
The plug aligns with NEC/CEC standards and is classified for Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations, with a NEMA 3 enclosure rating. This combination supports regulatory compliance and safe operation in common industrial settings without requiring special hazardous-location configurations.
By offering a rugged, high-current connection with durable termination options andREliable operation in harsh environments, the E1049-38 reduces downtime and spare-part complexity. Its compatibility with Roughneck components streamlines procurement and maintenance planning, delivering lower lifecycle costs and improved asset uptime.