Cable glands & cord grips

Capri ADE-6F - Armored cable gland with cold flow protection

The Capri ADE-6F is a widely approved gland for use in hazardous areas using a diaphragm rather than compression internal seal to protect from cold flow damage.

Suitable for IEC and NEC installations and with many cable types the ADE-6F offers a range of materials and thread options to cover all requirements.

Available as gland only or in pre-packed kit form for ease of ordering. Refer to our ADE Gland Accessories for further matching accessories.

Protection Type
Flameproof Ex db, Increased Safety Ex eb, Restricted Breathing Ex nR, Dust Ex tb
Area Classification
Zones 1 and 2, Groups IIA, IIB and IIC Zones 21 and 22, Groups IIIA, IIIB and IIIC Class I, Zone 1, AEx e II Class I, Zone 2, AEx e II, Ex e II

Cable types

Protection category

Other certificates: Inmetro, CCoE, KOSHA, EAC, & NEPSI

Shipping applications: ABS, BV, DNV & Lloyds

Deluge seal

Full IP performance of the cable gland to comply with deluge test, salted environment and offshore application prevents armour corrosion.
Deluge seal on the Capri ADE-6F cable gland

Designed and certified for use in the most severe environments

The Capri ADE-6F is the best solution for extreme operating temperatures from -60°C to +80°C. The seal material on Eaton's Capri ADE series of cable glands has been carefully formulated to achieve optimal performance. Rated to IP66 and IP68 the Capri ADE-6F is dust-tight and can withstand being completely submerged in water continuously.

Universal armour clamping

The ADE 4F, ADE 5F and ADE 6F models all offer universal designs for all types of armored cable. All designs achieve clamping and earth bonding of the armour for all amour types with reversible components.

Functions of the Capri ADE-6F cable gland

Exploded image of the Capri ADE-6F cable gland
Close up of the deluge seal graphic on the Capri ADE-6F
1. Deluge performance to avoid water ingress through the thread.
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2. Specifically formulated diaphragm seal offers cold flow protection when required and sealing on cable inner sheath.
Universal clamping on the Capri ADE-6F
3. Universal clamping design for earthing and bonding of armour shield. Provides mechanical strength and is suitable for all armour shield types, with no requirement to reverse components that may introduce risk of incorrect installation. Fully inspectable. 
IP sealing on the Capri ADE-6F
4. Specifically formulated elastomer for IP sealing on outer sheath of cable.
Strain relief clamping for Capri ADE-6F
5. (Optional) Additional external cable clamping for strain relief.

View Eaton's full range of Capri ADE hazardous areas cable glands

New to the range? View our Capari ADE series overview to find out more about the range and view a cross-comparison featuring certification and function options.

Capri - over 60 years expertise and knowledge

For over 60 years, Capri has been known as a world-class solution in electrical termination for industrial and hazardous applications. Today, alongside Redapt and Raxton it continues to be at the forefront of innovation in the market.

Drawings and Design Support

Specifications

Capri ADE-6F ordering information

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The Capri ADE Series has a range of accessories to enable a simpler, easier installation including clamping modules, sheather washers, earth tags, gaskets, locknuts, shrouds and serrated washers.
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