Introduction
In hazardous industrial environments, electrical connections must be as secure as the equipment they power. Improper sealing or incompatible fittings can lead to gas leaks, sparks, or catastrophic explosions. Ex Industries (exindustries) provides a complete range of certified hazardous area cable glands and thread adapters, ensuring safe and compliant electrical installations in hazardous zones.
This article explores the importance of cable glands, thread adapters, and supporting accessories in hazardous area applications. We will cover design considerations, compliance standards, product types, and practical applications across industries.
What Are Hazardous Area Cable Glands?
Cable glands are mechanical devices that terminate electrical cables to enclosures, equipment, or panels while maintaining the integrity of the hazardous area protection. They provide:
- Sealing against dust, moisture, and corrosive environments
- Flameproof containment for explosive atmospheres
- Strain relief to prevent cable damage and maintain electrical continuity
Ex Industries supplies cable glands certified for ATEX, IECEx, and NEMA standards, ensuring compatibility with explosion proof enclosures, explosion proof junction boxes, and other hazardous area equipment.
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Importance of Thread Adapters in Hazardous Areas
Thread adapters are essential components that allow seamless connection between different types of conduit threads (NPT, BSP, metric) and enclosures. They:
- Ensure mechanical compatibility across equipment brands
- Maintain the explosion proof integrity of the system
- Facilitate easy installation and maintenance
- Allow retrofit of legacy systems with new components
Ex Industries offers precision thread adapters for various hazardous area applications, supporting flexible system design.
Key Standards & Compliance
Electrical connections in hazardous areas must meet strict international standards:
- ATEX – Equipment protection for European hazardous zones
- IECEx – International standard for explosive atmospheres
- NEMA 7 & 9 – US-based protection ratings for enclosures and equipment
- CSA/UL – North American certification for electrical safety
Ex Industries ensures that all cable glands and thread adapters meet or exceed these standards, guaranteeing safety, reliability, and legal compliance.
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Types of Cable Glands Offered by Ex Industries
Explosion Proof Cable Glands
Designed for Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas, these glands prevent flame propagation and protect against explosive gases and vapors.
Hazardous Location Cable Glands
These provide dust, water, and corrosion resistance while maintaining electrical safety in Zone 21/22 dust-prone environments.
Ex Equipment Compatible Glands
Ex Industries’ glands are compatible with major ex equipment including explosion proof enclosures, junction boxes, and switch boxes.
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Types of Thread Adapters
Ex Industries provides high-quality thread adapters for hazardous area applications:
- NPT to BSP adapters
- Metric to NPT adapters
- Multi-standard adapters for legacy and new systems
These adapters ensure a secure fit, maintain explosion proof integrity, and reduce installation errors.
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Supporting Accessories
For a complete hazardous area installation, accessories are critical:
- Breather drains – Prevent condensation inside enclosures
- Plugs – Seal unused conduit entries
- Adapters and reducers – Ensure mechanical and electrical compatibility across systems
Accessories maintain system reliability and compliance in challenging environments.
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Industry Applications
Hazardous area cable glands and thread adapters are widely used across:
- Oil & Gas Production & Refining
- Petrochemical & Chemical Processing
- Offshore & Marine Operations
- Power Generation & Utilities
- Heavy Industrial Manufacturing
Each application requires ex equipment and accessories that ensure safety and uninterrupted operations.
Integration with Other Ex Equipment
Cable glands and thread adapters work seamlessly with other hazardous area products from Ex Industries:
- Explosion proof enclosures
- Explosion proof junction boxes
- Explosion proof lighting
- Intrinsically safe barrier systems
- Purge & pressurization systems
Integrated solutions ensure a fully compliant, high-performance hazardous area installation.
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About Ex Industries
Ex Industries (exindustries) is a trusted provider of hazardous area solutions worldwide. With certified ex equipment, technical expertise, and reliable supply chains, the company supports industries operating in the most challenging environments.
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Conclusion
Certified hazardous area cable glands and thread adapters are critical for safe electrical installations in explosive atmospheres. By using Ex Industries’ high-quality components, industries can ensure compliance, reliability, and operational safety. Combined with explosion proof enclosures, ex equipment, and supporting accessories, these products form a complete solution for hazardous area protection worldwide.