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SEALCON RG HYGIENIC IP69K SS - UL AND FDA COMPLIANT CABLE GLANDS FOR FOOD PROCESSING |
The 316L stainless steel used for these cable glands is a harder material than 303 stainless steel, and is halogen and phosphorous free.They have a wide operating temperature range of -40 F to 248 F (-40 C to 120 C). Both series are EHEDG Certified and meet FDA standards. They are EMI ready for braided cable, meaning these Hygienic cord grips can stand up to electromagnetic interference. Examples of common uses include Motors, Conveyors, Scales, Handling Equipment, and Processing Control Panels.
The FP series has bell shaped housings and is available in M12, M16, M20, & M25 sizes. It is especially useful for foam cleaning & hose down applications. It has a silicone seal for IP 68 protection, with a cord grip inside the housing. The RG series has lower profile, dome shaped housings and is available in M12, M16, M20, M25, & M32 sizes. The RG series is perfect for high pressure cleaning & wash down applications, as it features IP 68 & IP 69K protection. Both the IP 68 & 69K ratings indicate total protection from dust and temporary submersion in water.
They are UL & UR approved and FDA Compliant, plus they have also passed the VDMA Riboflavin test.
Comparison Chart for Cable Glands in Food & Beverage Applications | |||||
Standard Glands | Metal Glands | PVDF Glands | FP Gland | RG Gland | |
Material | Nylon | Nickel Plated Brass | PVDF | 316L Stainless Steel | 316L Stainless Steel |
UL | UL / UR / CSA | UL / UR / CSA | UL / UR / CSA | No | UL |
EHEDG | No | No | No | No | EHEDG |
IP68 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
IP69K | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
Temp | -40C to + 100C | -40C to + 100C | -35C to + 150C | -40C to + 120C | -40C to + 120C |
Antimicrobial | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
Surface | Nooks & Crannies. Attract residuals like food, etc. | Nooks & Crannies. Attract residuals like food, etc. | Nooks & Crannies. Attract residuals like food, etc. | Smooth. 8 micron surface roughness | Smooth. 8 micron surface roughness |
Pro | Less in cost. Multi Hole options | Sturdier than Nylon. EMI and Multi-Hole options | Higher temp and chemical resistant | Labor & Cost savings | Labor & Cost savings |
Con | Need to be cleaned constantly. A maintenance expense. Prone to water pooling too. | Need to be cleaned constantly. A maintenance expense. Prone to water pooling too. | Need to be cleaned constantly. A maintenance expense. Prone to water pooling too. | Cost | Cost |
Note: | An inexpensive and common Cable Gland option, not ideal in FDA regulated environments | An inexpensive and common Cable Gland option, not ideal in FDA regulated environments | A bit higher in cost but better in temp. Still needs to be cleaned periodically, which cost money too. | Second best option because it is Stainless Steel and Silicon, FDA compliant materials. A cost / labor saving option. Higher initial cost but better in wash/foam down environments. | BEST option because it is Stainless Steel & Silicon, FDA compliant materials. A cost / labor saving option. Higher intitial cost but the best in high pressure wash down IP69K environments. |