Eaton VGE1SS180000 Bayonet Connector - Fire/Smoke Cert
Part Number: VGE1SS180000
Quick Summary
VGE1SS180000 is a fire and smoke certified bayonet connector for straight conduit in industrial wiring. Designers often struggle to meet stringent safety codes while fitting reliable, easy-to-install connectors into tight control panels. This part carries UL94 V0 flammability, RoHS and REACH compliance, ensuring safer, regulated installations. Its lightweight aluminium shell with a straight backshell design simplifies field assembly and reduces maintenance downtime, while the 18 shell size fits common 18 mm flexible conduit widely used in automation gear. The combination of compact form factor, corrosion-resistant finish, and robust salt spray rating enhances long-term reliability in demanding factory environments.
Product Information
Extended Description
VGE1SS180000 Eaton: Straight conduit adaptor, size 18; VGE1SS180000
Product Name
Eaton Souriau VGE1-FER1 series fire and smoke certified bayonet connector
Catalog Number
VGE1SS180000
Product Length/Depth
87.1 mm
Product Height
30 mm
Product Width
30 mm
Product Weight
35.5 g
Environmental conditions
Fire & Smoke RoHS Flammability rating UL94 V0 REACH
Backshell angle
Straight
Backshell type
For Flexible Conduit
Plating
Black Anodized
Shell material
Aluminium
Shell size
18
Operating temperature - max
100 °C
Operating temperature - min
-40 °C
Salt spray
500 hour
Feature → Business Impact → Application: The VGE1SS180000 features a fire and smoke certified bayonet connector design, delivering immediate safety compliance in control panels and machine enclosures, reducing risk during installation and service. This translates to lower regulatory inspection findings and faster commissioning in automation projects. Application: ideal for straight conduit runs in 18 mm systems, common in motor drives and I/O panels, where space is limited and reliability is critical. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Aluminium shell with black anodized plating provides corrosion resistance and durable mechanical strength, extending service life in harsh environments and minimizing replacement costs across manufacturing floors. Application: suitable for outdoor-rated or wash-down areas where exposure to contaminants is a concern. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Backshell type For Flexible Conduit and straight backshell angle simplify mating and termination, decreasing installation time by enabling direct conduit connections and reducing the need for adapters. Application: installation in flexible conduit networks inside control cabinets. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Operating temperature range from -40 °C to 100 °C and 500-hour salt spray resistance offer resilience in cold-start conditions and humid/industrial environments, improving uptime in seasonal or high-dust settings. Application: equipment enclosures in automotive, packaging, and process automation. Feature → Business Impact → Application: 18 shell size and compact dimensions (87.1 mm length, 30 mm width/height) deliver space-efficient wiring solutions, allowing denser panel layouts and easier service access. Application: high-density control panels and compact machines.
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The VGE1SS180000 uses a Backshell type designed for Flexible Conduit and a Straight Backshell angle, with an 18 shell size to match common 18 mm flexible conduits. It mates directly to straight conduit runs, reducing the need for extra adapters and simplifying field installation while ensuring secure, leak-free connections in control panels and equipment enclosures.
This connector carries fire & smoke certification and meets UL94 V0 flammability requirements, plus RoHS and REACH compliance. It is rated for up to 100 °C operating temperature, and offers 500-hour salt spray resistance, ensuring reliability in harsh industrial environments and long-term regulatory conformity.
It is well-suited for industrial automation control panels, machine enclosures, and equipment requiring fire and smoke protection. The 18 shell size and straight conduit adaptation support compact panel wiring, while the aluminium construction is ideal for environments that demand durability and corrosion resistance in both indoor and wash-down settings.
The aluminium shell provides strength with lightweight characteristics, and the black anodized plating enhances corrosion resistance and wear resistance. This combination reduces maintenance needs, extends service life in harsh environments, and keeps connectors looking and functioning effectively across routine inspections.
Key specs include shell size 18, length 87.1 mm, width 30 mm, height 30 mm, and weight 35.5 g. This compact, lightweight profile enables denser panel layouts, faster installs, and easier future servicing, contributing to reduced labor time and improved total cost of ownership for automation projects.