Eaton VGE1VS201511M Bayonet Connector - Fire & Smoke Certified
Part Number: VGE1VS201511M
Quick Summary
The Eaton Souriau VGE1-FER1 bayonet connector provides robust, fire and smoke certified interconnections for control cabinets and heavy machinery. Engineers often struggle with sealing reliability and quick-field assembly in space-constrained installations. The design achieves RoHS compliance, UL94 V0 flammability, and REACH suitability, with a straight backshell and sealing gland ensuring gas-tight seals. This combination supports dependable automation in energy, manufacturing, and process environments, while reducing maintenance and downtime.
Product Information
Extended Description
VGE1VS201511M Eaton: Straight sealing gland backshell, with female grommet, layout 2015; VGE1VS201511M
Product Name
Eaton Souriau VGE1-FER1 series fire and smoke certified bayonet connector
Catalog Number
VGE1VS201511M
Product Length/Depth
98.1 mm
Product Height
33 mm
Product Width
33 mm
Product Weight
105 g
Environmental conditions
RoHS Flammability rating UL94 V0 Fire & Smoke REACH
Backshell angle
Straight
Backshell type
Sealing Gland
Contact gender
Socket (Female)
Layout
20
Plating
Black Anodized
Shell material
Aluminium
Shell size
20
Operating temperature - max
100 °C
Operating temperature - min
-40 °C
Salt spray
500 hour
Feature → Business Impact → Application: Fire and smoke certified bayonet connector delivers safety-critical compliance for enclosures and machinery, reducing risk of fire propagation and enabling regulatory alignment across plant networks. Application: control panels, safety interlocks, and critical sensor interfaces in harsh environments. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Straight backshell with sealing gland enables easy assembly in tight spaces and provides reliable, leak-tight sealing under vibration. Application: panel interfaces in compact layouts where field servicing is common. Feature → Business Impact → Application: 20-position layout with socket (female) contacts and a robust aluminium shell delivers high-density wiring with reduced weight and improved EMI resilience. Application: PLC inputs/outputs, servo drives, and distributed I/O blocks. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Black anodized plating and 20 shell size offer corrosion resistance and durable aesthetics, lowering maintenance costs over the product life. Application: outdoor cabinets, machine enclosures, and harsh plant floors. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Wide operating temperature range (-40 °C to 100 °C) and salt spray resistance (500 hours) support long-term reliability in extreme environments. Application: steel mills, chemical plants, and outdoor installations. Feature → Business Impact → Application: RoHS, REACH, and UL94 V0 compliance provide regulatory assurance and supply-chain confidence, reducing risk during audits. Application: global manufacturing lines and multi-site installations.
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FAQs
The VGE1VS201511M uses a socket (female) contact arrangement within the VGE1-FER1 series bayonet family and is designed to pair with matching straight backshell assemblies and the corresponding male counterparts. Look for Sealing Gland backshell options and a 20-position layout to ensure proper fit and alignment during mating, along with the black anodized aluminium housing for structural integrity.
The connector supports a wide operating range from -40 °C to 100 °C, enabling reliable performance in extreme cold and hot environments. Combined with RoHS, UL94 V0 flammability, and REACH compliance, this makes it suitable for industrial automation, outdoor cabinets, and equipment exposed to temperature fluctuations.
Yes. The VGE1-FER1 family is fire and smoke certified, meeting critical safety requirements for enclosures and systems where flame propagation must be minimized. This certification, together with RoHS and REACH compliance, supports safer operation in workplaces with stringent regulatory expectations.
The straight backshell with a sealing gland provides a compact, straight-mating interface that simplifies panel routing and improves sealing performance under vibration. This reduces the risk of ingress and improves reliability in high-dynamic environments, while enabling faster field assembly and maintenance.
Designed for rugged industrial use, the connector’s aluminium shell, black anodized finish, and sealing gland backshell deliver durability and corrosion resistance. The 20-position layout supports high-density wiring without excessive panel depth. Together with its temperature and salt spray ratings, this reduces downtime, lowers maintenance costs, and supports predictable performance across multiple sites.