Eaton Crouse-Hinds E1049X-14 Plug - Zone 2 Hazardous
Part Number: E1049X-14
Quick Summary
The Eaton Crouse-Hinds E1049X-14 plug provides high‑amperage, rugged power connections for hazardous locations in industrial environments. When downtime is costly and maintenance crews need dependable terminations, reliability and safety become non-negotiable. This plug carries Zone 2 IECEx/ATEX compliance, NEC Class I, Division 2 ratings, IP54 protection, and a NEMA 3R enclosure, ensuring performance in challenging surroundings. Designed for large feeders and field installations, it supports 646 kcmil cables at up to 1009 A while offering flexible termination options and durable construction that translates to lower total cost of ownership and improved uptime. For engineers and procurement teams, it combines safety, performance, and value in a single rugged solution.
Product Information
Extended Description
E1049X-14 Eaton Crouse-Hinds: Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Roughneck E1049 plug, Up to 1009A continuous, 646 kcmil, Orange, Hexagon crimp or solder, Copper contacts, Male, Rubber, Zone 2 rated, 1000 Vac/dc
Product Name
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Roughneck E1049 plug
Catalog Number
E1049X-14
Product Length/Depth
8.5 in
Product Height
2.16 in
Product Width
2.16 in
Product Weight
5.5 lb
UPC
662275961839
Area classification
Hazardous/Classified Locations
Standards type
IECEx/ATEX NEC/CEC
NEC hazardous rating
Class I, Division 2
IECEx/ATEX hazardous rating
Zone 2
NEMA Rating
3R
Ingress protection (IP) ratings
IP54
Cable size
646 kcmil
Amperage Rating
Up to 1009A Continuous
Voltage rating
1000 Vac/dc
Gender
Male
Connection type
Hexagon crimp or solder
Color
Orange
Material
Rubber
Contact material
Copper
Special features
Zone 2 rated
Feature: Rugged rubber housing with IP54 protection and Zone 2 suitability → Business Impact: Reduces ingress risks and environmental damage, extending service intervals and lowering maintenance costs in hazardous environments → Application: Chemical plants, oil & gas facilities, and mining operations where dust, moisture, and hazardous atmospheres are present. Feature: High current capability up to 1009 A and support for 646 kcmil cables → Business Impact: Allows larger feeders with fewer terminations, improving efficiency and reducing installation time on crowded equipment pads → Application: Main feeder connections in substations, motor control centers, and heavy machinery installations. Feature: Hexagon crimp or solder termination with copper contacts → Business Impact: Offers flexible field termination options while ensuring secure, low‑resistance connections, minimizing rework and heat buildup → Application: On‑site assembly in harsh environments where technician preferences vary. Feature: Rubber, corrosion‑resistant construction and Zone 2 rated safety → Business Impact: Enhances durability and compliance, lowering replacement cycles and safety incident risk in explosive‑gas atmospheres → Application: Plant floor power plugs for chemical processing, refineries, and mining sites. Feature: IECEx/ATEX, NEC Class I Div 2, NEMA 3R, IP54 certifications → Business Impact: Streamlines procurement and regulatory approvals, reducing risk during audits and accelerating project timelines → Application: Global deployments requiring hazardous location compliance and rugged outdoor service.
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FAQs
The E1049X-14 supports up to 646 kcmil cables with hexagon crimp or solder terminations using copper contacts. This enables flexible field wiring options while delivering secure, low‑impedance connections ideal for high‑current feeders in hazardous locations.
This plug carries NEC Class I, Division 2 ratings, IECEx/ATEX Zone 2 certification, IP54 ingress protection, and a NEMA 3R enclosure rating, ensuring compliance in hazardous environments and enabling safe, code‑conforming installations worldwide.
Yes. Zone 2 classification and Zone 2 IECEx/ATEX certification make the E1049X-14 suitable for chemical plants and refineries, where sealed, durable power connections reduce ignition risk and downtime in demanding surroundings.
The IP54 sealed rubber housing and rugged construction minimize ingress and environmental wear, translating to longer service intervals and lower maintenance costs. Its robust copper contacts and field‑terminable design further reduce rework and replacement needs in harsh environments.
Ideal for heavy‑duty feeders in oil & gas, chemical processing, mining, and industrial plants requiring Zone 2 safety, 1000 Vac/dc operation, and high amperage up to 1009 A, with flexible field termination for reliable, code‑compliant connections.