Introduction
Applying IEC 60079-14 can be challenging. Technical requirements, multiple protection concepts, and installation-specific factors all affect the selection and installation of cable glands in hazardous areas.
For cable glands, key considerations can include selecting a suitable certified cable entry device, maintaining the integrity of the equipment protection concept, achieving the required sealing and ingress protection, and matching the gland to the cable construction and installation environment.
While the standard sets out the requirements, applying them correctly in day-to-day installation work still requires careful product selection, competent installation, and inspection.
Turning requirements into practical decisions
Our approach is to help simplify the selection process by explaining:
- When different cable entry solutions may be appropriate
- How cable construction affects gland selection
- Which installation practices influence compliance
- Where common mistakes occur, and how to avoid them
Supporting compliant installations
Peppers products are designed for use in hazardous area installations and are supported by technical guidance and training resources to help customers apply IEC 60079-14 requirements correctly in practice.
Why choose Peppers Cable Glands?
With over 75 years of expertise, Peppers Cable Glands provide solutions that go beyond compliance. Our glands are designed for industrial, marine, and hazardous area applications, and are independently certified to global standards including ATEX, IECEx, and UL.
- By choosing branded products like Peppers Ex Glands, you ensure:
- Proven performance in safety-critical installations.
- Full traceability and certification.
- Global support and training.
While a cable gland may feel like a small component, it plays a critical role in the success of the project it supports. From industrial cable glands on factory floors to explosion-proof glands in oil and gas installations, these fittings ensure safety, compliance, and reliability.
Crucially, without the correct Peppers Cable Gland, your installation risks non-compliance, reduced safety, and costly downtime. Choosing the right gland, and installing it correctly, is the difference between a system that lasts and one that fails when it matters most.
Please contact us to schedule a meeting:
- Phone: +44 1276 64232
- Website: cableglands.co.uk
