Eaton Crouse-Hinds E1049-75 Roughneck Plug - 1000 Vac
Part Number: E1049-75
Quick Summary
The Eaton Crouse-Hinds Roughneck E1049-75 plug delivers high-current power connections for large industrial equipment. Operators struggle with terminations that fail under vibration, moisture, and heavy-duty cycling in demanding facilities. It meets NEC/CEC guidance, carries a NEMA 3 rating for rugged outdoor use, and is suitable for ordinary/non-hazardous locations. Engineered with a rubber body, copper contacts, and a hexagon crimp or solder connection, this plug supports reliable terminations that minimize downtime. For procurement teams, the E1049-75 supports 777 kcmil cables and up to 1135A continuous, delivering faster installations and lower total cost of ownership through durable, field-proven performance.
Product Information
Extended Description
E1049-75 Eaton Crouse-Hinds: Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Roughneck E1049 plug, Up to 1135A continuous, 777 kcmil, White, Hexagon crimp or solder, Copper contacts, Female, Rubber, 1000 Vac/dc
Product Name
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Roughneck E1049 plug
Catalog Number
E1049-75
Product Length/Depth
8.5 in
Product Height
3 in
Product Width
3 in
Product Weight
5.5 lb
UPC
662275136732
Area classification
Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations
Standards type
NEC/CEC
NEMA Rating
3
Cable size
777 kcmil
Amperage Rating
Up to 1135A Continuous
Voltage rating
1000 Vac/dc
Gender
Female
Connection type
Hexagon crimp or solder
Color
White
Material
Rubber
Contact material
Copper
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Eaton Specification Sheet - E1049-75
Feature → Business Impact → Application: High-current capability up to 1135A continuous and capable of handling 777 kcmil conductors reduce the need for parallel connectors, improving feeder reliability in main power runs and motor control centers. This translates to measurable uptime and simplified bill of materials for large installations such as mining and processing facilities. Application: Suitable for heavy industrial feeders in switchgear and MCCs where consistent current delivery is critical. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Copper contact material provides lower contact resistance and better conductivity, translating to reduced heat and energy losses in high-load applications. Use in rough environments like metal fabrication and outdoor equipment enclosures to maintain performance. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Rubber housing offers rugged, vibration-tolerant protection and weather resistance, lowering maintenance frequency in demanding sites such as outdoor substations and harsh manufacturing floors. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Hexagon crimp or solder connection options give installers flexibility to choose the most efficient termination method, shortening installation time and improving reliability in field terminations. Feature → Business Impact → Application: 1000 Vac/dc voltage rating and NEC/CEC compliance ensure safe operation across mixed power systems, supporting compliance-driven procurement for industrial plants with mixed utilities. Feature → Business Impact → Application: NEMA 3 enclosure suitability and ordinary/non-hazardous location classification enable deployment in both indoor and outdoor environments, reducing design constraints and enabling standardization across facilities.
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FAQs
The E1049-75 provides hexagon crimp or solder termination options, allowing field and workshop installation to accommodate different cable prep practices. Copper contacts ensure reliable mating and low resistance, while the rubber housing offers durable protection against vibration and moisture in industrial environments.
Yes. The E1049-75 is rated up to 1135A continuous and supports 777 kcmil conductors, making it ideal for main feeders, large drive systems, and other high-current circuits in heavy industrial setups. This reduces the need for multiple smaller connectors and simplifies the power distribution architecture.
The plug complies with NEC/CEC standards, has a NEMA 3 rating for rugged outdoor use, and is classified for Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations. This combination supports regulatory compliance across many U.S. and Canadian facilities and helps with safety documentation and audits.
Common applications include large equipment enclosures, motor control centers, and outdoor power distribution where high-current, robust terminations are required. It is well-suited for mining, metals processing, and heavy manufacturing environments where reliability and uptime are critical.
The copper contacts and rugged rubber housing reduce wear and oxidation, leading to longer service life and fewer field repairs. Its high-current capability and simple termination methods translate to quicker installations, lower labor costs, and reduced downtime—delivering a favorable total cost of ownership in enterprise plants.