Eaton VGE1VS181907L Bayonet Connector - Fire/Smoke Certified
Part Number: VGE1VS181907L
Quick Summary
Eaton VGE1VS181907L is a fire and smoke certified bayonet connector for sealed cable entries in industrial electrical enclosures. Engineers often grapple with maintaining enclosure integrity during fire and smoke events, while needing fast, reliable mating to minimize downtime. This design carries fire and smoke certification and a robust aluminium shell with black anodized plating, delivering durable protection in harsh environments. Compatible with the VGE1-FER1 family, it supports straightforward installation and predictable performance in automation panels. By combining safety credentials with compact form and easy assembly, this connector helps manufacturers maintain compliance while reducing maintenance costs and streamlining wiring in process and factory settings.
Product Information
Extended Description
VGE1VS181907L Eaton: Straight sealing gland backshell, with male grommet, layout 1819; VGE1VS181907L
Product Name
Eaton Souriau VGE1-FER1 series fire and smoke certified bayonet connector
Catalog Number
VGE1VS181907L
Product Length/Depth
52 mm
Product Height
30 mm
Product Width
30 mm
Product Weight
69.5 g
Plating
Black Anodized
Shell material
Aluminium
Feature: Fire and smoke certification elevates safety in critical electrical assemblies. Business Impact: This certification helps protect personnel and equipment, reducing risk and regulatory exposure during emergencies. Application: Use in industrial automation enclosures, process equipment, and control panels where fire safety standards govern design choices. Feature: Aluminium shell and black anodized plating deliver rugged durability with corrosion resistance. Business Impact: This combination extends service life in demanding environments and lowers replacement costs. Application: Suitable for outdoor, washdown, and chemically challenging installations within factory floors and process plants. Feature: Straight sealing gland backshell with male grommet, layout 1819, supports clean cable routing. Business Impact: Improves assembly speed and reduces commissioning risk by providing a secure, repeatable seal. Application: Ideal for panel builders integrating multi-core cables in compact control cabinets. Feature: 52 mm length, 30 mm width, and 30 mm height with a 69.5 g weight keeps a compact footprint. Business Impact: Enables tighter panel layouts and lighter assemblies, lowering overall machine weight and material costs. Application: Fits standard panel cutouts in compact automation equipment and retrofits to existing Souriau VGE1-FER1 systems. Feature: Tool-free bayonet engagement enables fast mating and maintenance. Business Impact: Cuts on-site install times and minimizes downtime for test and service cycles. Application: Field installation in conveyors, packaging lines, and machine tenders where quick connectivity matters.
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FAQs
Plan panel cutouts to accommodate the 52 mm depth and 30 mm square footprint. Use the straight sealing gland backshell with the layout 1819 for clean cable routing and reliable strain relief. Ensure mating is performed with the correct orientation to preserve the fire and smoke certified performance and maintain enclosure integrity. Also verify compatibility with the Souriau VGE1-FER1 family.
Fire and smoke certification confirms the connector maintains enclosure integrity during fire and smoke scenarios, helping you meet stricter electrical safety standards. It reduces risk to personnel and equipment by limiting flame spread through cable entries. For regulated installations, cross-check your local codes and combine this with compatible enclosures and seals for full compliance.
Yes, the VGE1VS181907L is designed to be compatible with the VGE1-FER1 family, sharing a standard bayonet coupling interface. This compatibility simplifies procurement, reduces stocking complexity, and ensures consistent mating performance across panels. Confirm layout requirements and cable bundle specifications to optimize mounting and sealing in your cabinet design.
The connector measures 52 mm depth with a 30 x 30 mm footprint and weighs 69.5 g. The aluminium shell with black anodized finish provides a compact, durable form factor ideal for tight panel spaces. These specifications help engineers plan cutouts, alignment, and overall enclosure weight budgets.
The tool-free bayonet engagement reduces onboarding and maintenance times, lowering labor costs and downtime. The robust shell resists corrosion, extending service life and reducing replacement cycles in harsh environments. Fire and smoke certification adds compliance confidence, helping avoid retrofit penalties in safety-critical facilities.