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Flexi-Earthed Connector

Flexi-Earthed connector is made from an ether based polyurethane with a 316 stainless steel wire coil and terminal lugs at each end for added ATEX security.

Product Description

The Flexi-Earthed connector is made from an ether-based polyurethane with a 316 stainless steel wire coil and terminal lugs at each end. 

Application(s):

  • Ideal for applications with vertical movement or compression
  • Used for bag feeders, filling heads or bulk bag fillers
  • Allows more direct earthing where there is heightened explosion risk concern

Key Features

Safety

Terminal lugs attach to earthing cables at each end to provide maximum safety

Lightweight

Very flexible & light weight, tight bend radius

CIP

CIP safe, excellent microbial resistance

Compliance

3A, USDA, EC and ATEX compliant

Conditions and Compliance

  • Vibration
  • Oscillation
  • Compression
  • Dust-tight
  • Food safety
  • ATEX

Documents for Download

Specifications Sheet

Product Options

Tool Release in action

Tool Release

For added security, this option has a significantly firmer snap-band that makes it virtually impossible to remove by hand and requires a specially shaped tool.

More Details

Specifications

Physical Properties
  • Material/Fibre
    Seeflex - Ether-based thermoplastic polyurethane
  • Colour
    Transparent
  • Construction/Finish
    Gloss/Gloss
  • Wall Thickness (+/-10%)
    0.60mm / 1/32 inch (100 – 200mm / 4 – 8 inch Dia) ; 0.70mm / 1/32 inch (250 – 300mm/10 – 12 inch Dia)
  • Breathable
    No
  • Hardness (Shore A)
    90
  • Tensile Strength (MPa)
    34
  • Tear Strength (N/mm)
    96
  • Dust tight?
    Yes
Operating Conditions
  • Max Operating Temp
    85°C / 185°F
  • Operating Temp Range
    - 20 to 85°C / - 4 to 185°F
  • Surge Temp
    105ºC / 221ºF
  • Low Temp/Flexibility
    Good
  • Surface Resistivity (0hms)*
    1010 (Tested to ASTMD-257)
  • Air Permeability
    0
  • Vibration
    Yes
  • Oscillation
    Yes
  • Compression
    Yes
Certification and Compliance
  • FDA and USDA
  • FDA 21 CFR 177.1680, 175.105 (adhesives) & 177.2600 and USDA
  • 3A Certified
    Manufactured from 3A 20-27 certified Seeflex Material and the BFM® cuff and spigot system is a 3A certified 63-04 sanitary fitting.
  • EU Approved
    (EC)1935/2004, 2023–2006 & 10/2011
  • Atex-certified
    IBExU tested. Approved for all dust explosion hazardous areas. Some restrictions apply.
Dimensions
  • Available Diameters
    Ø100mm (4") to Ø350mm (14") in 50mm (2") increments.
  • Applicable Connector Lengths
    250mm (8") up to 6,000mm (19ft8") in 50mm (2") increments
  • Wire Coil Position
    50mm/2 inches from cuff
  • Wire Coil Diameter
    2.6mm/7/64 inch
  • Compression Ratio of Coil Section (Approx)
    3 to 1
Options
  • Available with SS Rings? (min. length for all is 150mm)
    No
  • Available with Plastic Rings? (min. length for all is 150mm)
    No
  • Available as Tool Release?
    Yes
  • Available as Tapered?
    Yes as extension
  • Available as a one ended Connector?
    Yes
  • Quick Access Port Option?
    No