Eaton VGE1VS180001 Connector - Fire & Smoke Certified
Part Number: VGE1VS180001
Quick Summary
Eaton VGE1VS180001 is a fire and smoke certified bayonet connector for rugged electrical harnesses. Engineers often contend with connectors that fail under high temperatures or stringent fire-safety requirements. This product carries UL94 V0 flammability, REACH and RoHS compliance, plus fire and smoke certification to help you meet regulatory standards. By integrating this straight sealing gland backshell with a size 18 aluminium shell and black anodized finish, you gain faster installation, improved environmental sealing, and long-term cost savings for automation and machinery applications. The size 18 backshell is well-suited for compact control panels, robotics, and field devices, delivering reliable connections where space is at a premium.
Product Information
Extended Description
VGE1VS180001 Eaton: Straight sealing gland backshell, size 18; VGE1VS180001
Product Name
Eaton Souriau VGE1-FER1 series fire and smoke certified bayonet connector
Catalog Number
VGE1VS180001
Product Length/Depth
81.6 mm
Product Height
30 mm
Product Width
30 mm
Product Weight
62.5 g
Environmental conditions
Flammability rating UL94 V0 REACH RoHS Fire & Smoke
Backshell angle
Straight
Backshell type
Sealing Gland
Plating
Black Anodized
Shell material
Aluminium
Shell size
18
Operating temperature - max
100 °C
Operating temperature - min
-40 °C
Salt spray
500 hour
Feature: Fire and smoke certification with UL94 V0 flammability, REACH and RoHS compliance. Business impact: Reduces risk of non-compliance penalties and product recalls while simplifying regulatory reporting for industrial equipment. Application: Ideal for machinery, packaging lines, and material handling systems where flame resistance is mandatory. Feature: Straight sealing gland backshell design. Business impact: Improves environmental sealing and simplifies mating, reducing maintenance cycles and waterproofing concerns. Application: Control cabinets exposed to dust, humidity, or splashes in manufacturing floors. Feature: Aluminium shell with black anodized plating. Business impact: Lightweight yet durable housing with corrosion resistance, lowering total cost of ownership in outdoor or wash-down environments. Application: Outdoor enclosures, process automation, and robotics where exposure to the elements is common. Feature: Size 18 and 81.6 mm length with 30 mm width and height. Business impact: Compact profile enables easier routing in tight harness assemblies, speeding up installation and reducing panel depth. Application: Space-constrained automation panels and vehicle-mounted electronics. Feature: Salt spray rating of 500 hours and operating range -40 to 100 °C. Business impact: Demonstrates robustness under harsh climate and industrial conditions, minimizing field failures. Application: Harsh plant floors, cold rooms, and high-temperature zones where reliability is critical. The combination of these features supports compatibility with standard harnesses while delivering measurable improvements in uptime and safety.
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FAQs
The VGE1VS180001 employs a straight backshell design with a sealing gland, enabling straightforward, snap-in mating for reliable harness connections. Ensure mating components are aligned for bayonet locking, tighten to recommended torque, and verify environmental seals are seated to maintain ingress protection in dusty or humid environments. The aluminium shell and black anodized finish resist corrosion, supporting long-term field reliability.
This connector is rated UL94 V0 for flammability and operates from -40 to 100 °C, providing resistance to heat and flame exposure typical in industrial environments. RoHS and REACH compliance further ensure material safety and regulatory adherence. In applications like machinery and material handling, this reduces the risk of rapid degradation or smoke generation, supporting safer, longer-lasting operation.
Yes. The VGE1VS180001 uses a size 18 shell and a sealing gland backshell designed for easy integration with compatible Souriau and Eaton harnesses. Its straight angle simplifies routing in control panels, making it suitable for compact automation enclosures and robotics where space is limited. Always verify mating compatibility and use the correct accessory backshell for optimal sealing.
The connector carries UL94 V0 flammability, and is REACH and RoHS compliant, ensuring chemical safety and restricted substance control. It is also fire & smoke certified, aligning with higher safety standards in critical applications. These certifications help you meet industry regulations and customer requirements in automotive, industrial, and machinery markets.
The VGE1VS180001 delivers improved uptime due to flame resistance, corrosion protection from an aluminium shell with black anodized plating, and robust sealing via a sealing gland backshell. Its compact size and straightforward mating reduce installation time and field maintenance, while extended temperature suitability and 500-hour salt spray resistance lower replacement costs in outdoor or wash-down environments.