Eaton VGE1PS282109M Bayonet Connector - Fire & Smoke
Part Number: VGE1PS282109M
Quick Summary
Eaton VGE1PS282109M is a fire and smoke certified straight bayonet connector designed for rugged control panels and enclosures. Manufacturers and maintenance teams often struggle with flame-retardant, reliable interconnects that fit tight spaces and simplify field installation. This product carries RoHS and REACH compliance along with UL94 V0 fire & smoke performance, aligning with stringent industry safety standards. The combination of a lightweight aluminium shell, 28-layout, and a straight backshell supports fast, clean wiring in compact panels while delivering durable service in harsh environments. By integrating this connector, engineers can reduce assembly time, ensure regulatory compliance, and lower lifecycle costs in automation and power distribution applications.
Product Information
Extended Description
VGE1PS282109M Eaton: Straight adaptor, with female grommet, layout 2821; VGE1PS282109M
Product Name
Eaton Souriau VGE1-FER1 series fire and smoke certified bayonet connector
Catalog Number
VGE1PS282109M
Product Length/Depth
51 mm
Product Height
46 mm
Product Width
46 mm
Product Weight
77 g
Environmental conditions
RoHS REACH Flammability rating UL94 V0 Fire & Smoke
Backshell angle
Straight
Backshell type
Adaptor
Contact gender
Socket (Female)
Layout
28
Plating
Black Anodized
Shell material
Aluminium
Shell size
28
Operating temperature - max
100 °C
Operating temperature - min
-40 °C
Salt spray
500 hour
Feature → Business Impact → Application: The VGE1PS282109M uses a durable aluminium shell with a black anodized finish, delivering robust mechanical protection and corrosion resistance, which reduces maintenance cycles in harsh industrial settings. This translates to lower total cost of ownership and fewer unplanned outages in control panels for manufacturing lines. Feature → Business Impact → Application: The 28-layout and straight backshell adaptor enable straightforward mating and wiring, cutting assembly time by simplifying routing in tight enclosures and speeding panel fabrication for automation projects. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Fire and smoke certification plus RoHS and REACH compliance ensure regulatory alignment across global deployments, minimizing risk during audits and accelerating international deployments in heavy industry, packaging, and energy sectors. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Operating temperature range of -40 °C to 100 °C and 500-hour salt spray resistance provide dependable performance in extreme climates, reducing replacement costs in outdoor and HVAC installations. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Socket (female) contact design supports reliable mating with Souriau VGE1-FER1 series, ensuring compatibility and a secure electrical connection in high-vibration environments, which is critical for motor drives and robotics applications. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Black anodized plating improves wear resistance on frequent mating cycles, enhancing long-term contact integrity in industrial automation cabinets and distribution panels.
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FAQs
Installation starts with the straight backshell adaptor and female socket mating. Ensure the 28-layout aligns with the corresponding receptacle, route conductors cleanly, and use the compatible grommet to seal the entry. Tighten fittings per the assembly guidelines to maintain RoHS and UL94 V0 compliance while preserving the fire and smoke certification integrity in tight control panels.
The VGE1PS282109M features UL94 V0 fire and smoke performance, RoHS and REACH compliance, and is part of Eaton Souriau’s fire and smoke certified VGE1-FER1 series. These certifications support safety, environmental compliance, and regulatory alignment across global deployments in industrial environments.
Yes, it is designed as a straight adaptor within the VGE1-FER1 family. Key mating features include a 28-layout, aluminium shell with black anodized plating, a straight backshell, and a socket (female) contact. This combination ensures reliable mating with compatible receptacles and straightforward wiring in compact enclosures.
Ideal for industrial automation, control panels, power distribution, and HVAC applications where flame retardancy and reliable, compact interconnects are critical. Its 51 mm length and 46 mm width/height enable use in tight spaces, while the 28-layout supports dense wiring within standard panels used in manufacturing and process control.
The aluminium shell and black anodized plating offer rugged durability with improved wear resistance, reducing replacement costs. Fire and smoke certification, together with RoHS/REACH compliance, lowers compliance risk. The design supports faster assembly and fewer field faults, delivering a lower total cost of ownership and faster payback in automation projects.