Flexible Cord and Cable Fittings Flexible Cord Connectors The Ranger Series Cord Connector Fittings Our Ranger Liquidtight fittings are the only connectors able to take a .250 inch cable range. These unique connectors feature: Connectors that take twice the cable range of ordinary strain relief connectors Smaller overall size that makes it easy to fit into tight spaces Gland nut design that restricts cable bending Choice of aluminum, steel, stainless steel and non-metallic materials Straight, 45 and 90 designs Liquidtight Flexible Cord and Power Cable Fittings We also offer liquidtight fittings designed to handle the unique connection demands of flexible cords and power cable applications, where exceptional mechanical strain relief is needed in addition to a dependable seal against dust, oil and other liquids. The design of our flexible cord and power cable fittings is ideal for installations such as robot manufacturers, packaging equipment, machine tool building and other industrial OEM and MRO applications. The advantages these fittings offer include: Neoprene bushing to make liquidtight installations by applying pressure against the cable for the full length of the bushing CSA certified watertight UL listed for liquidtight strain relief and as an outlet bushing Metal and plastic assemblies capable of accepting a wide range of cords Black Beauty non-metallic cord connector offers the convenience of tool-free installation, with a segmented chuck for high mechanical pullout performance, and neoprene bushings for a secure, liquidtight installation. United States Technical Services Tel: 901.252.8000 Tel: 888.862.3289 800.816.7809 A-135 www.tnb.com Fax: 901.252.1354Flexible Cord and Cable Fittings Whatever the application. Whatever the size. Thomas & Betts is your connection to tough, versatile cord and cable fittings. Thomas & Betts offers a complete line of rugged, reliable cord and cable fittings. All fittings are produced to the highest standards, combining innovative design and precision manufacturing methods to provide the products you need for your specific applications. Combining proven performance, installation advantages and availability of ranges, T&B is also your connection to lower installed costs for the life of your cord and cable requirements. Use this guide to help you specify the fitting you need for your cord and cable requirements. Cord and Cable Requirements CORD AND CABLE TYPE T&B FITTING S, SO, SV, ST, STD, SJ, Ranger 2920NM Series, 2920 Series SJO, SJT, SJTO, SVO Liquidtight Strain Relief 2500 Series S, SO, SV, ST, STD, SJ, SJO, SJT, SJTO, SVO Wire Mesh Grips WMG-PC Series for Portable Cord Considerations for Selection Selection of the proper device or fitting involves consideration of the type of cable to be installed and the environment that will surround the cable installation. A proper matching of the cable and its fitting is necessary to prevent physical damage to the cable when installed. NEMA Applications: Fittings used in a trade size knockout requiring a NEMA 3R, 4, 6 or 13 listing require a 5262 Series sealing ring. Cord and Cable Descriptions Type SJ, tradename is Junior Hard Service Cord. The outer covering is Thermoset and it is a pendant or portable cord used in damp locations for hard usage. Type SJO, tradename is Junior Hard Service Cord. The outer covering is oil-resistant Thermoset. Type SJT, tradename is Junior Hard Service Cord. The outer covering is Thermoplastic. Type SJTO, tradename is Junior Hard Service Cord. The outer covering is oil resistant Thermoplastic. Type SO, tradename is Hard Service Cord. The outer covering is oil-resistant Thermoset and it is a pendant or portable cord used in damp locations for extra hard usage. Suggested Specifications for Flexible Cord and Cable Fittings Flexible cord or cable and associated fittings sharp flexing and straining. Cord or cable series 2920, 2920AL, 2920NM, 2520, 2631 shall be suitable for conditions of use and shall be installed in such a manner that or 2672. Fittings shall be equipped with location and approved for the purpose by liquid will tend to run off the surface instead a beveled moisture resistant/oil resistant a nationally recognized testing laboratory, of draining towards the fitting synthetic rubber bushing inspection agency or product evaluation Where flexible cord or cable exposed to Where space is limited inside the organization intermittent or constant moisture and enclosure, a female hub type fitting such Flexible cord or cable shall be so connected subjected to mechanical strain is terminated as Thomas & Betts series 2631 shall be to the device or fitting that tension will not into a threaded or threadless opening, furnished. A captivated resilient sealing be transmitted to joints or terminal screws. terminating fittings shall be of watertight O-Ring shall be included to positively Sufficient slack shall be provided to avoid strain relief type such as Thomas & Betts protect against damage from overtorquing United States Technical Services Tel: 901.252.8000 Tel: 888.862.3289 800.816.7809 A-136 www.tnb.com Fax: 901.252.1354