Eaton Crouse-Hinds E1049X-259 Plug - Zone 2 Rated
Part Number: E1049X-259
Quick Summary
The Eaton Crouse-Hinds E1049X-259 plug provides rugged, high‑amperage electrical connectivity for hazardous locations in industrial facilities. Facilities often struggle with reliable, safe connections amid moisture, dust, and tight maintenance windows; this plug helps reduce rework and downtime. Certified for IECEx/ATEX Zone 2, NEC Class I, Division 2, and IP54 enclosure protection, it supports compliance across global sites. With copper contacts, rubber housing, and a choice of hexagon crimp or solder terminations, it delivers dependable performance while supporting up to 796 A and 1000 Vac/dc. This combination helps buyers streamline procurement and carry a single connector family across multiple projects, improving maintenance planning and overall lifecycle costs.
Product Information
Extended Description
E1049X-259 Eaton Crouse-Hinds: Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Roughneck E1049 plug, Up to 796A continuous, 444 kcmil, Gray, 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-259
Product Length/Depth
8.5 in
Product Height
3 in
Product Width
3 in
Product Weight
1 lb
UPC
662275962652
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
Gray
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: Up to 796 A continuous and 444 kcmil cable compatibility. Business Impact: Enables high‑current motor and feeder connections with fewer terminations, reducing installation time and potential fault points. Application: Large conveyors and pump installations in hazardous areas benefit from fewer joins and reliable current handling. Feature: 1000 Vac/dc voltage rating with copper contacts. Business Impact: Maintains voltage integrity and corrosion resistance for long service life, lowering replacement costs. Application: Power distribution in Zone 2 environments across manufacturing lines. Feature: Rubber housing and IP54 enclosure protection. Business Impact: Seal and environmental resilience minimize ingress of dust and moisture, lowering maintenance intervals. Application: Outdoor or damp plant floor installations in hazardous locations. Feature: Connection options including hexagon crimp or solder. Business Impact: Flexible field termination supports rapid installs and repairability, reducing downtime in the field. Application: On‑site terminations during retrofit projects or new builds. Feature: Zone 2 and Class I, Division 2 certified. Business Impact: Simplifies regulatory approval and cross‑site deployment, reducing procurement complexity. Application: Global oil & gas, chemical processing, and mining facilities. Feature: Roughneck family compatibility with 444 kcmil and 8.5 in length footprint. Business Impact: Streamlines spares management and inventory with a consistent product family. Application: High‑amperage plugs and connectors across multiple projects.
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FAQs
The E1049X-259 is designed for Zone 2 hazardous locations and NEC Class I, Division 2 environments, supporting up to 796 A continuous and 444 kcmil conductors with a 1000 Vac/dc rating. It uses copper contacts in a rubber housing and offers hexagon crimp or solder termination for reliable field assembly, reducing commissioning time on demanding industrial sites.
Installations utilize either hexagon crimp or solder terminations to create a robust, low‑impedance connection. The rubber housing and IP54 enclosure protect the joint from dust and moisture, while Zone 2/NEMA 3R considerations ensure compliance. For best results, follow the IF 1778 installation sheets and ensure proper cable sizing up to 444 kcmil with appropriate sealing.
Yes. The plug is certified for NEC Class I, Division 2 and IECEx/ATEX Zone 2, making it suitable for many hazardous locations. This certification combination supports compliance across global sites, enabling safer, reliable connections in chemical processing, oil and gas, and other high‑risk environments.
The E1049X-259 carries IECEx/ATEX Zone 2 and NEC Class I, Division 2 certifications, plus IP54 ingress protection and 3R NEMA compatibility. These certifications matter because they verify safe operation in hazardous locations, ensure regulatory compliance, and simplify cross‑border procurement and maintenance planning for multinational facilities.
Using the Roughneck E1049X-259 reduces downtime with quick field terminations (hex crimp or solder), minimizes fault points through a rugged rubber housing, and extends service life with copper contacts and solid IP54 protection. The result is lower maintenance costs, longer replacement intervals, and a lower total cost of ownership for high‑current connections in challenging environments.