Eaton VGE1PS400000 Bayonet Connector - Fire/Smoke Certified

Part Number: VGE1PS400000
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Manufacturer
Eaton
Part number
VGE1PS400000

Quick Summary

VGE1PS400000 is a fire and smoke certified bayonet connector from Eaton Souriau designed for rugged electrical enclosures. Engineers often struggle to meet fire-safety regulations while keeping panels compact and serviceable. This solution delivers Fire & Smoke certification along with RoHS, REACH, and UL94 V0 compliance to support safety and sustainability in demanding environments. In practice, you gain regulatory clarity, faster assembly, and a reliable, long-life interface for wiring & connectivity applications in industrial automation and control panels.

Product Information

Extended Description

VGE1PS400000 Eaton: Straight adaptor, size 40; VGE1PS400000
Product Name
Eaton Souriau VGE1-FER1 series fire and smoke certified bayonet connector
Catalog Number
VGE1PS400000
Product Length/Depth
51 mm
Product Height
63 mm
Product Width
63 mm
Product Weight
85 g
Environmental conditions
Fire & Smoke RoHS Flammability rating UL94 V0 REACH
Backshell angle
Straight
Backshell type
Adaptor
Plating
Black Anodized
Shell material
Aluminium
Shell size
40
Operating temperature - max
100 °C
Operating temperature - min
-40 °C
Salt spray
500 hour
Feature: Fire and Smoke certification in a compact 40 shell adaptor. Business Impact: Enables quick regulatory validation and safer installations in enclosure designs that demand strict fire performance. Application: Control panels and safety-critical assemblies in industrial environments. Feature: Straight backshell with adaptor capability. Business Impact: Simplifies cable routing and reduces installation time, lowering labor costs during panel assembly. Application: Front-end wiring in tight spaces where panel depth is limited. Feature: Aluminium shell with Black Anodized plating. Business Impact: Delivers corrosion resistance and robust mechanical integrity in harsh environments, extending service life and reducing maintenance cycles. Application: Outdoor or factory-floor enclosures subject to exposure and salt spray. Feature: Shell size 40 with 51 mm length and 63 mm dimensions. Business Impact: Maintains a compact footprint for high-density connections while preserving accessibility for mating and inspection. Application: Equipment racks and modular panels in automation and machine-building. Feature: Operating temperature range -40 °C to 100 °C and salt spray rating of 500 hours. Business Impact: Supports reliable performance across wide temperature swings and corrosive environments, minimizing field failures. Application: Industrial control systems, robotics, and rail/elevator applications requiring rugged performance. Feature: Compatibility with Souriau VGE1-FER1 series and standard adaptors. Business Impact: Reduces part variety, accelerates procurement, and ensures supply chain consistency. Application: System-level integration in wiring & connectivity networks where common interfaces are preferred.

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FAQs

The VGE1PS400000 uses the 40 shell size and straight backshell adaptor design, aligning with the Souriau VGE1-FER1 series. This ensures straightforward mating, standard mounting, and predictable clearance in panel layouts, helping to minimize redesigns during system integration.
This connector carries fire and smoke certification, RoHS and REACH compliance, and UL94 V0 flammability performance. These certifications support regulatory approval for critical environments, reduce compliance risk, and simplify documentation for audits and customer specifications.
The VGE1PS400000 operates from -40 °C to 100 °C and offers a salt spray rating of 500 hours, indicating strong resistance to corrosion and suitable performance in harsh industrial environments and exposed equipment.
The straight backshell and adaptor design streamline cable routing and mating in constrained enclosures, enabling faster assembly and easier ingress protection checks while preserving a compact footprint for 40 shell size components.
With an aluminium shell and black anodized plating, the connector offers improved corrosion resistance, reducing maintenance needs. The 500-hour salt spray rating further supports durability in challenging environments, contributing to lower downtime and total cost of ownership over time.