Eaton Crouse-Hinds E1049X-257 Roughneck Plug - Zone 2
Part Number: E1049X-257
Quick Summary
The Eaton Crouse-Hinds E1049X-257 Roughneck plug is a rugged high-amperage connector engineered for hazardous locations and demanding industrial environments. Engineers often struggle with reliable sealing, field installability, and regulatory compliance in Zone 2 settings; this plug addresses those pain points with proven protection and versatility. It carries IECEx/ATEX and NEC/CEC certifications, Zone 2 hazardous location rating, and an IP54 ingress protection rating to support safe operation in harsh conditions. Through robust construction and flexible termination options, this solution reduces downtime and accelerates commissioning, while maintaining critical performance for large-diameter cables, high current, and long service life.
Product Information
Extended Description
E1049X-257 Eaton Crouse-Hinds: Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Roughneck E1049 plug, Up to 796A continuous, 444 kcmil, Brown, Hexagon crimp or solder, Copper contacts, Female, Rubber, Zone 2 rated, 1000 Vac/dc
Product Name
Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Roughneck E1049 plug
Catalog Number
E1049X-257
Product Length/Depth
8.5 in
Product Height
3 in
Product Width
3 in
Product Weight
1 lb
UPC
662275962638
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
444 kcmil
Amperage Rating
Up to 796A Continuous
Voltage rating
1000 Vac/dc
Gender
Female
Connection type
Hexagon crimp or solder
Color
Brown
Material
Rubber
Contact material
Copper
Special features
Zone 2 rated
Roughneck Single Pole High-amperage Plugs and Connectors brochure
Roughneck Single Pole High Amperage Plugs and Connectors catalog page
IF 1778 - Roughneck E1049 Series Connectors and Receptacles
IF 1778 - Roughneck E1049 Series Connectors and Receptacles
Feature → Business Impact → Application: High amperage capability up to 796A continuous supports reliable power delivery for large motors and feeders, reducing risk of overload and unplanned downtime in mining, chemical processing, and heavy manufacturing. Feature → Application → The 444 kcmil cable size compatibility enables direct, efficient large-diameter wiring with copper contacts and a rubber housing, improving conductor integrity and long-term reliability in harsh environments. Feature → Benefit → Hexagon crimp or solder connection options provide installation flexibility in the field, speeding terminations and ensuring robust electrical contact for messy or constrained wiring routes. Feature → Compliance → Zone 2 rated, IP54, and NEMA 3R ratings deliver rugged protection against dust, splashing water, and incidental impacts, helping you meet stringent safety standards without special enclosures. Feature → Durability → Brown rubber housing plus copper contacts offers resistance to chemical exposure and wear, lowering maintenance costs and extending service life in aggressive industrial atmospheres. Feature → Compatibility → Works with the Roughneck family and comes with installation literature (IF 1778), enabling rapid deployment and consistent installation quality across multiple sites.
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FAQs
To install, select the E1049X-257 for Zone 2 applications, prepare and terminate the 444 kcmil copper conductors using hexagon crimp or solder methods, and follow the IF 1778 instruction sheets for correct torque, sealing, and enclosure fit. Verify IP54 sealing and NEMA 3R suitability after installation and perform a continuity check to confirm a solid electrical connection.
The plug supports up to 444 kcmil conductors with copper contacts and offers hexagon crimp or solder termination. This combination provides low-resistance, durable connections suitable for continuous operation up to 796A, while enabling flexible field assembly in confined spaces or complex routing found in hazardous plant layouts.
Yes, the E1049X-257 is Zone 2 rated and approved under IECEx/ATEX and NEC/CEC standards, with IP54 protection and NEMA 3R enclosure compatibility. This ensures safe operation in hazardous classifications while meeting international and North American regulatory requirements for electrical equipment in such locations.
Plan for up to 796A continuous, 1000 Vac/dc, and 444 kcmil cable with a rubber housing and copper contacts. The product is Zone 2 rated, IP54 protected, and designed for hazardous locations, enabling reliable performance in demanding industrial conditions with reduced maintenance needs.
The Roughneck E1049X-257 reduces downtime through high current capacity, durable rubber construction, and reliable copper contacts, while enabling easier field terminations. With installation literature available (IF 1778) and broad certifications, projects benefit from faster commissioning, lower maintenance costs, and safer long-term operation in hazardous environments.