What is EMC cable gland?
EMC Cable Glands are used in applications which involve shielded cables for electromagnetic protection. These Glands help in maintaining electromagnetic integrity of the shielded cable by just tightening the gland. To get perfect shielding, the outer sheath of the cable is passed through the EMC gland.
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What is EMC cable gland?
EMC Cable Glands are used in applications which involve shielded cables for electromagnetic protection. These Glands help in maintaining electromagnetic integrity of the shielded cable by just tightening the gland. To get perfect shielding, the outer sheath of the cable is passed through the EMC gland.
What are the types of cable glands?
Cable Gland Types
- A1/A2 Industrial Cable Glands.
- CW Brass Cable Glands.
- CXT Parts Cable Glands.
- BWC Cable Gland.
- BWL Cable Glands.
- BWR Cable Gland.
- Brass CX Cable Glands.
- Brass CZ Cable Glands.
What is a CW and BW cable gland?
The BW gland is used for indoor application when a waterproof seal is not required. CW Gland – Brass gland for use with steel wire armoured cables (H694-XL). Used to provide clamping of the armour wire to ensure electrical continuity and mechanical retention of the cable.
How are cable glands sizes?
Cable Glands PG Size Conversion Table
| Nominal thread size | Outer diameter | Cable diameter |
|---|---|---|
| PG16 | 22.5mm / 0.886in | 10 – 14mm / 0.394 – 0.551in |
| PG21 | 28.3mm / 1.114in | 13 – 18mm / 0.512 – 0.709in |
| PG29 | 37.0mm / 1.457in | 18 – 25mm / 0.709 – 0.984in |
| PG36 | 47.0mm / 1.850in | 22 – 32mm / 0.866 – 1.26in |
Why cable gland is required?
The main function of the cable gland is to be a sealing device which acts to ensure the protection of enclosures on electrical equipment, including by rendering safe different aspects like: Earth continuity.
Why are cable glands used?
What is a SWA gland?
Steel Wire Armoured Cables Glands (SWA) BW Gland. Brass BW armoured cable gland kit for indoor use, suitable to be used on all SWA cable, providing mechanical cable retention and electrical continuity via armour wire termination.
What is A2 cable gland?
A2 brass cable glands are suitable for use with unarmoured. cables. The outer seal grips the sheath of the cable to achieve a. weather proof seal.
How do I choose a cable gland?
The diameter of the inner bedding. The diameter of the lead covering. The short circuit fault rating of the cable armour. The type and size of the armour braid….To determine the right cable gland size for armoured and unarmoured, you need to consider:
- Cable diameter.
- Construction size.
- Cable material.
Why choose ALCO cable glands?
Alco Cable Glands achieved this by providing multiple seals. This greatly reduces the chances of cable size variations requiring a change of gland. Also known as hazardous area cable glands. Alco cable glands have extended seals required for more effective gas sealing. The seal meets the requirements of current International standards.
Why choose ALCO?
Alco was the first brand to provide a comprehensive range of Metal Cable Glands designed in Australia to meet Australian and International Standards. Alco premium quality cable glands are manufactured to comply with the requirements of the new AS/NZS 60079.2000 (equivalent to IEC 60079.1998) as applicable, which came into effect on 26/04/2000.
What are the EMC glands used for?
The ‘EMC’ range is for use with metal screened cables, and provides a low resistance contact between screen and earth. The glands are designed for use with taped or braided screened cables used in conjunction with Variable Speed Drives (VSD’s).
How do you attach a gland to a cable?
Slide the gland nut and the outer seal over the cable, then the sleeve and clamping ring over the armour and the cone over the bedding and under the armour. On smaller cables it is advisable to pre-bend the wires to the larger diameter cone. Screw the gland body into the enclosure by screwing into tapped fitting.
