Eaton Crouse-Hinds E1049-82 Plug - NEMA 3 High-Amperage
Part Number: E1049-82
Quick Summary
The Eaton Crouse-Hinds E1049-82 plug is a high-amperage connector designed for Roughneck wiring in heavy industrial environments. Engineers often struggle with durable terminations that withstand vibration, moisture, and repeated mating cycles. This plug meets NEC/CEC standards and carries a NEMA 3 rating for outdoor or semi-protected use in ordinary/non-hazardous locations. Featuring a rubber housing, copper contacts, and hexagon crimp or solder termination, it delivers secure connections with longevity. By simplifying installation and reducing maintenance downtime, the E1049-82 supports predictable performance and improved uptime across power distribution racks, motor feeders, and large-scale industrial controls. For procurement teams, it combines robust compliance with practical field utility and long-term cost savings.
Product Information
Extended Description
E1049-82 Eaton Crouse-Hinds: Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Roughneck E1049 plug, Up to 636A continuous, 313 kcmil, Red, Hexagon crimp or solder, Copper contacts, Female, Rubber, 1000 Vac/dc
Product Name
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Roughneck E1049 plug
Catalog Number
E1049-82
Product Length/Depth
8.5 in
Product Height
3 in
Product Width
3 in
Product Weight
5.5 lb
UPC
662275136794
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
Female
Connection type
Hexagon crimp or solder
Color
Red
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 - E1049-82
Feature: Up to 636A continuous amperage rating with 313 kcmil cable capacity. Business Impact: Enables large feeders with fewer terminations and reduced voltage drop, improving overall system efficiency. Application: Power distribution panels and motor control centers where high current is required. Feature: Copper contact material and rubber housing. Business Impact: Ensures low contact resistance, reliable conductivity, and durable environmental sealing to combat wear and corrosion. Application: Harsh plant floors and outdoor installations with frequent plug-in cycles. Feature: Hexagon crimp or solder termination. Business Impact: Flexible installation options that speed up field terminations and reduce rework, cutting commissioning time. Application: Field wiring for rugged environments. Feature: Red color and non-hazardous location rating. Business Impact: Easy identification and safer, code-compliant installations in ordinary locations, reducing mis-wiring risk. Application: General industrial wiring where NEC/CEC compliance matters. Feature: 1000 Vac/dc voltage rating with copper contacts. Business Impact: Supports high-voltage feeder applications with reliable insulation and performance. Application: Large control panels and feeder lines. Industry insight: This Roughneck connector aligns with industry expectations for durable, serviceable high-amperage plugs in non-hazardous areas, ensuring maintenance teams can source compatible components quickly and minimize downtime. Keywords: Roughneck high-amperage plugs, 313 kcmil cables, 1000 Vac/dc, hexagon crimp or solder, NEMA 3, ordinary locations, copper contacts, rubber housing, NEC/CEC compliance.
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FAQs
The E1049-82 supports 313 kcmil cables with a copper contact system and a current rating up to 636A continuous. Termination options include hexagon crimp or solder connections, enabling secure, low-resistance terminations suitable for large feeders and high-current applications in non-hazardous locations.
Official installation resources include IF 1777 instruction sheets and the E1049-82 specification sheet. Additional guidance is available in the Roughneck catalog page and Wiring Devices literature. These documents cover termination methods, assembly steps, and safety practices to ensure compliant field installations.
Yes. The connector is rated for Ordinary/Non-Hazardous Locations and carries a NEMA 3 rating, making it suitable for outdoor or semi-protected environments. This combination provides reliable protection against dust and moisture while maintaining NEC/CEC compliance for standard industrial applications.
Key specifications include a length of 8.5 inches, width of 3 inches, height of 3 inches, and a weight of 5.5 pounds. These dimensions support fitment in typical Roughneck wiring enclosures and ease of handling during installation and maintenance.
The E1049-82 is designed to meet NEC/CEC standards and is rated NEMA 3 for non-hazardous locations. It supports ordinary-location installations with robust performance expectations, helping ensure regulatory compliance and reliable operation in industrial settings.