Eaton Crouse-Hinds E1049-68 Plug - Up to 1009A
Part Number: E1049-68
Quick Summary
The Eaton Crouse-Hinds Roughneck E1049 plug is a rugged, high‑current connector designed for heavy conductor assemblies in industrial power distribution. In harsh facility environments, you need terminations that resist vibration, moisture, and field mishandling, not fragile components. The E1049-68 delivers that reliability with copper contacts, a rubber housing, and a choice of hexagon crimp or solder connections. It joints with up to 646 kcmil cable and supports continuous operation up to 1009 A at 1000 Vac/dc, making it a practical solution for feeders and equipment interconnects. This plug carries NEC/CEC compliance and a NEMA 3 rated enclosure, suitable for ordinary/non-hazardous locations. For procurement teams, the combination of capacity, durability, and clear installation guidance translates to fewer parts and faster commissioning.
Product Information
Extended Description
E1049-68 Eaton Crouse-Hinds: Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Roughneck E1049 plug, Up to 1009A continuous, 646 kcmil, Purple, Hexagon crimp or solder, Copper contacts, Female, Rubber, 1000 Vac/dc
Product Name
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Roughneck E1049 plug
Catalog Number
E1049-68
Product Length/Depth
8.5 in
Product Height
3 in
Product Width
3 in
Product Weight
5.5 lb
UPC
662275934802
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
Female
Connection type
Hexagon crimp or solder
Color
Purple
Material
Rubber
Contact material
Copper
Roughneck Single Pole High-amperage Plugs and Connectors brochure
Roughneck Single Pole High Amperage Plugs and Connectors catalog page
IF 1777 - Roughneck E1049 Series Connectors
IF 1777 - Roughneck E1049 Series Connectors
Eaton Specification Sheet - E1049-68
Feature: High amperage capability up to 1009 A continuous with 646 kcmil cable. Business impact: Enables larger feeders and fewer series terminations, reducing installation time and potential contact resistance issues. Application: Feeder connections to heavy equipment and motors in industrial facilities. Feature: Hexagon crimp or solder connection options. Business impact: Provides field flexibility to accommodate varying installation practices and tool sets, improving reliability in rugged environments. Application: On-site terminations where crimp tooling may be limited or soldering is preferred for secure copper contact joints. Feature: Rubber housing with a distinct purple color and copper contacts. Business impact: Enhances durability against moisture and rough handling while improving part traceability and visual inspection during maintenance. Application: Outdoor or harsh indoor locations requiring dependable, long-life electrical interfaces. Feature: 1000 Vac/dc rating and ordinary/non-hazardous location certification (NEC/CEC, NEMA 3). Business impact: Aligns with standard industrial safety codes, reducing compliance risk and enabling faster procurement. Application: Power distribution in non-hazardous environments where robust, code-compliant connectors are required.
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FAQs
The E1049-68 is designed to be compatible with the Roughneck line of plugs and connectors, including the Roughneck Single Pole High-Amperage family. For seamless integration, refer to the IF 1777/IF 1778 installation sheets and the corresponding catalog pages, which provide part-to-part matching guidelines and installation steps for reliable terminations in heavy-current applications.
Key specifications include a 646 kcmil conductor size, an amperage rating up to 1009 A continuous, a voltage rating of 1000 Vac/dc, and copper contacts housed in rubber. The connector is female with a hexagon crimp or solder termination method, offering robust, low-resistance connections for high-power feeders.
This plug is rated for Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations and carries NEC/CEC compliance with a NEMA Rating of 3, making it suitable for non-hazardous environments and outdoor or wet-location conditions where rugged performance is required, while still meeting standard industrial safety requirements.
Install using either hexagon crimp or solder methods as appropriate for your field crew. Consult the IF 1777 and IF 1778 instruction sheets and the Eaton spec sheet for exact procedures, tool recommendations, and torque values. Ensure cable size matches 646 kcmil and verify proper mating with Roughneck plugs to minimize resistance and maintain integrity.
The E1049-68 delivers high-current capability with large conductor compatibility, reducing the number of terminations and potential failure points. Its rugged rubber housing, copper contacts, and certified NEC/CEC compliance improve reliability and uptime in demanding environments, while installation guidance streamlines procurement and commissioning, delivering a lower total cost of ownership.