BRASS FLANG TYPE CABLE GLAND

Product Description

Brass flange-type cable glands are heavy-duty mechanical cable entry devices primarily used for terminating armored cables in outdoor industrial applications. Unlike standard threaded glands, these feature an oval-shaped flange body that provides superior mechanical stability and a firm grip on cable armor.

Core Specifications

These glands are meticulously machined from brass castings (typically IS 319 grade) to ensure high mechanical strength and electrical continuity.

• Standard Material: High-grade brass (Natural or Nickel-Plated finish).

• Protection Rating: Typically IP66 to IP68, depending on the seals used.

• Armor Clamping: Uses galvanized mild steel studs and nuts to clamp the armor between a tapered cone and the flange body.

• Operating Temperature: Generally -20C to +80C, though specialized versions can withstand higher ranges.

• Key Components of the Assembly

  A flange-type gland is often referred to as a "mechanical" gland because it uses physical clamping rather than just thread compression.

  1. Flange Body: The oval-shaped base that mounts to the enclosure.

  2. Taper Cone: Positioned inside the gland to provide a 360-degree grip on the armor.

  3. Clamping Plate: A top plate that secures the armor against the cone using studs.

  4. Galvanized Studs & Nuts: Ensure high-tension clamping that resists loosening under vibration.

  Common Applications

  • Outdoor Substations: Where cables are exposed to moisture and require heavy mechanical anchoring.

  • Moving Components: Ideal for railways or engines where continuous vibration could loosen standard threaded glands.

  • Hazardous Areas: Often used in chemical and aeronautic industries to maintain the integrity of electrical enclosures.