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.
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
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
Terminal lugs attach to earthing cables at each end to provide maximum safety
CIP safe, excellent microbial resistance
Physical properties
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
Surge Temp
105°C / 221°F
Low Temp / Flexibility
Good
Surface Resistivity (0hms)*
1010 (Tested to ASTMD-257)
Air Permeability
0
Vibration
Yes
Oscillation
Yes (subject to length and movement restrictions)
Compression
Yes
Certification and Compliance
FDA and USDA
FDA 21 CFR 177.1680, 175.105 (adhesives) and 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.
Options
Available with SS Rings? (min. length for all is 150mm)
No