ATEX certified circular power connectors Bulgin EXP-0980 constructed from grade UL94V-0 polyester for industrial

Product Overview

The EXPlora EXP Series circular power connectors are designed for hazardous and explosive atmospheres, specifically for use in Zone 2 and Zone 22 environments. Independently tested for ATEX compliance, these connectors are ideal for manufacturers of ancillary electrical equipment such as motors, pumps, lighting equipment, and process and control gear used in factories and plants where flammable gases, mists, vapors, or combustible dusts may be present. Constructed from tough, high-grade UL94V-0 rated Polyester, the EXPlora range offers environmental sealing to IP68 and features positive locating keyways to prevent mis-connection. They are suitable for single or three-phase applications and are designed for field termination with easy assembly.

Product Attributes

• Brand: EXPlora
• Series: EXP Series
• Material: High-grade UL94V-0 rated Polyester (Body Mouldings)
• Contact Material: Machined Solid Brass, Nickel plated
• Sealing: IP68 (tested at 1.054kg/sq cm, 10m depth for 2 weeks)
• Certifications: ATEX Zone 2 and Zone 22 compliant
• ATEX Coding: Ex II 3 GD
• ATEX Certificate No: Baseefa09ATEX0232X
• ATEX Classification: Ex nA IIC T6 Gc, Ex tc IIIC T85C Dc
• Flammability Rating: UL94V-0
• UV Resistance: To EN50021:1999
• Contacts: 'Scoop proof'
• Termination: Screw terminations
• RoHS: Compliant

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Number of Contacts	2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 10
Current Rating (2, 3, 4, 5 Contacts)	18A
Current Rating (7 Contacts)	16A
Current Rating (10 Contacts)	10A
Voltage Rating (2, 3, 4, 5 Contacts)	600V AC/DC
Voltage Rating (7 Contacts)	430V AC/DC
Voltage Rating (10 Contacts)	250V AC/DC
Contact Resistance	<10m (initial)
Insulation Resistance	>10M (@ 500V DC)
Dielectric Strength	2.2kV DC min
AC Breakdown Voltage	6kV
Ambient Temperature Range	20C to +55C
Leading Earth Contact	Included on 3, 4, 5, and 7 Contact versions
Trailing Neutral	Available on 5 Contact Plug
Cable Acceptance (Standard - EXP-0)	7-15mm O/D (standard), 7-13mm with Gland Pack PX0980
Cable Acceptance (Large - EXP-A)	14-22mm O/D (standard), 14-20mm with Gland Pack PXA980
Conductor Size (2-7 Contacts)	2.5 to 4mm (14 to 10AWG)
Conductor Size (10 Contacts)	0.75 to 2mm (14 to 18AWG)
Cable Retention Force	150N (22mm dia.), 80N (7mm dia.)
Gland Nut Torques	3.16Nm (28lbf/in)
Panel Mount Nut Tightening Torque	3.16Nm (28lbf/in)
Flange & Bulkhead Fixing Screw Tightening Torque	3.16Nm (28lbf/in)
Rear Thread Tightening Torque	2.25Nm
Body Styles	Flex Cable Connector, Inline Cable Connector, Front Panel Mounting Connector, Flange Mounting Connector
Part Number System Example	EXP-0911/07/P (Flex cable connector body, seven Plug contacts, with gland to suit 11-13mm cable)