Eaton
P.O. Box 4999
Syracuse, NY 13221
tel: 315-477-5646
MichaelACorrell@eaton.com
Date
For Release
Contact
March 24, 2015
Immediately
Michael Correll, (315) 477-5646
Eaton’s Extensive Line of Space-Saver Connectors Provide Safety and Cost
Savings for Commercial Construction Applications
SYRACUSE, N.Y. … Power management company Eaton has recently introduced its
Crouse-Hinds series of patented Space-Saver Connectors that are used to join EMT,
armored, metal clad, flexible metallic conduit or liquidtight cable to knockouts in a box or
enclosure. Available in set screw and compression formats, these EMT fittings are available
with male threads on the locknut to eliminate fitting interference while also maximizing
available space within a box. In order to prevent loosening from vibrations or damage from
sharp edges, the angled teeth on the locknut bite into the box or enclosure.
“Our family of Space-Saver products is another example of where we’re continually looking
for methods to improve products in ways that deliver real value to contractors,” said Jack
King, commercial marketing manager, Eaton’s Crouse-Hinds Division. “Space-Saver fittings
are available and approved for use with various types of conduit and simplify and ease the
installation process, especially in those applications where available space is restricted.”
The Space-Saver raintight compression fitting meets the necessary wet location approvals,
Underwriters Laboratories (UL) Listed E-23132 wet location rated, put in place by the
National Electric Code (NEC) with features that deliver maximum usable space inside boxes
and enclosures. The black glandnut on this connector is also highly visible and easily
identifiable, indicating that the fitting is raintight. Additionally, the Space-Saver liquidtight
connectors are designed for applications requiring a liquidtight conduit where the connector
provides maximum usable space while also sealing out cutting oils, coolants, water, dust,
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moisture and water. This provides protection for conductors and can contribute to a reduction
in downtime.
The Space-Saver ACB series connectors are designed for applications using AC, MC, or
FMC, which is a SSACB series of fittings that combine the other Space-Saver features. This
includes corrosion resistant, tubular steel construction, dual-gripping saddle design for strong
secure terminations and a tri-head set screw for quick and easy installation. All Space-Saver
Connectors are UL and cUL listed.
To learn more about Eaton’s Space-Saver series connectors, visit www.crouse-hinds.com.
Eaton offers a range of Crouse-Hinds series cable fittings, enclosures, plugs and receptacles,
industrial lighting fixtures, signals and alarms, and electronic components designed for the
most demanding environments. These products serve customers in the industrial and
manufacturing, mining, oil and gas, solar, infrastructure and other markets.
Eaton’s electrical business is a global leader with expertise in power distribution and circuit
protection; backup power protection; control and automation; lighting and security; structural
solutions and wiring devices; solutions for harsh and hazardous environments; and
engineering services. Eaton is positioned through its global solutions to answer today’s most
critical electrical power management challenges.
Eaton is a power management company with 2014 sales of $22.6 billion. Eaton provides
energy-efficient solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and
mechanical power more efficiently, safely and sustainably. Eaton has approximately 102,000
employees and sells products to customers in more than 175 countries. For more
information, visit www.eaton.com.
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