Eaton Crouse-Hinds E1049X-35 Roughneck plug - Zone 2 rated
Part Number: E1049X-35
Quick Summary
Eaton Crouse-Hinds Roughneck E1049 plug is a rugged hazardous-location connector for high-current motor and power distribution. In harsh Zone 2 environments, many connectors fail due to moisture ingress, vibration, or improper mating, causing costly downtime. This plug carries IECEx/ATEX Zone 2 certification, NEC Class I, Division 2 listing, and IP54/NEMA 3R protection to meet stringent industrial standards. For OEMs and maintenance teams, it translates to safer, more reliable connections with fewer field faults. By combining rugged enclosure sealing with flexible installation options, it delivers better uptime and compliance in demanding electrical installations across large-diameter cables.
Product Information
Extended Description
E1049X-35 Eaton Crouse-Hinds: Eaton Crouse-Hinds series Roughneck E1049 plug, Up to 636A continuous, 313 kcmil, Green, 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-35
Product Length/Depth
8.5 in
Product Height
2.16 in
Product Width
2.16 in
Product Weight
1 lb
UPC
662275962003
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
313 kcmil
Amperage Rating
Up to 636A Continuous
Voltage rating
1000 Vac/dc
Gender
Male
Connection type
Hexagon crimp or solder
Color
Green
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 1777 - Roughneck E1049 Series Connectors
IF 1777 - Roughneck E1049 Series Connectors
Feature: High continuous amperage rating up to 636A. Business Impact: Enables handling large motor and feeder loads with a single connection, reducing the number of junctions and potential failure points. Application: Heavy machinery, pumps, and mine conveyors in hazardous environments. Feature: Cable size compatibility up to 313 kcmil. Business Impact: Supports large conductor cross-sections with minimal splicing, lowering installation time and material costs. Application: Service feeders and drive power in industrial plants. Feature: Voltage rating of 1000 VAC/DC. Business Impact: Accommodates mixed AC and DC drive systems without risking insulation breakdown. Application: DC motors and high-power AC drives. Feature: Hexagon crimp or solder connection. Business Impact: Field-installable options improve installation speed and reliability in confined spaces. Application: On-site termination in assembly lines and substations. Feature: Rubber housing with color coding (Green). Business Impact: Improves environmental sealing and quick identification for safety compliance. Application: Hazardous locations, outdoor or damp environments. Feature: Copper contact material with male gender. Business Impact: Ensures low contact resistance and robust mating in rugged industrial use. Application: High-current plugs for critical power paths. Feature: Zone 2 rated / IP54 and NEMA 3R protection. Business Impact: Delivers dependable ingress protection and safe operation in classified locations. Application: Chemical plants, refineries, and offshore facilities. These combined features support measurable improvements in uptime, maintenance planning, and regulatory compliance across industrial electrical installations.
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FAQs
The E1049X-35 is designed for hazardous locations (Zone 2) and supports up to 636A continuous with 313 kcmil conductors. It uses hexagon crimp or solder terminations, and provides IP54 and NEMA 3R protection, making it suitable for chemical plants, refineries, and other demanding industrial environments.
Prepare 313 kcmil conductors, select the appropriate hex crimp or solder termination, and follow the installation sheet. Ensure proper insulation, verify moisture sealing, and test continuity after mating. Use compatible gaskets and maintain IP54 protection to prevent ingress in hazardous locations.
Yes. The E1049X-35 is rated for 1000 Vac/dc, making it suitable for DC drives and mixed AC/DC systems. When using DC, ensure correct polarity and secure termination to minimize resistance and heat, especially in high-current scenarios.
This plug carries IECEx/ATEX Zone 2 certification and NEC Class I, Division 2 listing. It also features IP54 sealing and a NEMA 3R enclosure rating to support safe operation in classified locations and outdoor or damp environments.
Its rugged rubber housing, copper contacts, and field-installable hex-crimp or solder terminations reduce downtime and maintenance costs. Zone 2 compliance minimizes regulatory risk, while IP54/NEMA 3R protection extends service life in harsh environments, delivering lower total cost of ownership for high-amperage power paths.