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Ex Cable Glands for Flexible Conduit Assemblies

Our core explosion-proof cable gland series for flexible conduit systems β€” designed for hazardous area installations with full international certifications and robust sealing performance.

What Is an Ex Cable Gland for Flexible Conduit?

An Ex Cable Gland for Flexible Conduit Assemblies is a specialized cable entry device engineered to maintain the integrity of explosion-proof enclosures while accommodating the routing of electrical cables through flexible metallic or non-metallic conduit systems. The term "Ex" refers to equipment designed for use in explosive atmospheres, in accordance with international standards such as ATEX, IECEx, and UL/NEC requirements.

Unlike standard cable glands, Ex-rated flexible conduit cable glands must simultaneously achieve multiple critical functions: provide a secure mechanical connection between the flexible conduit and the enclosure, maintain a certified flameproof or increased-safety barrier, deliver high-level ingress protection (IP66/IP68), and ensure reliable strain relief under dynamic industrial conditions.

These glands are typically manufactured from premium materials including nickel-plated brass, 304/316L stainless steel, and high-grade reinforced nylon β€” each selected to match specific environmental demands such as corrosion resistance, temperature extremes, and chemical exposure.

ATEX / IECEx
IP68 Sealed
UL Listed
Flexible Conduit Ready
80M+
Annual production capacity
exceeding 80 million units
100+
Invention & utility model patents
driving industry innovation
18+
Years of professional experience
in cable gland manufacturing
10K㎑+
Modern intelligent manufacturing
industrial park area

Core Technical Features

Every Ex cable gland in our flexible conduit assembly series is engineered to exceed international safety and performance standards, combining precision manufacturing with advanced materials science.

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Explosion-Proof Certification

Fully certified to ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU and IECEx standards for use in Zone 1 and Zone 2 hazardous areas. Flameproof (Ex d), increased safety (Ex e), and combined protection types available to suit diverse installation requirements.

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IP68 Ingress Protection

Rated IP68 for continuous submersion protection, ensuring complete dust exclusion and water ingress prevention. Ideal for offshore platforms, underground installations, and washdown environments where moisture intrusion poses critical risks.

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Flexible Conduit Compatibility

Engineered to accept metallic and non-metallic flexible conduits across standard metric, NPT, and PG thread profiles. The locking mechanism provides 360Β° gripping action, ensuring conduit retention even under high vibration and thermal cycling.

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Premium Material Construction

Available in nickel-plated brass for standard industrial environments, 316L stainless steel for marine and chemical applications, and reinforced nylon for lightweight, corrosion-free installations. Each material is rigorously tested for temperature and chemical resistance.

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Wide Temperature Range

Designed to perform reliably from -60Β°C to +200Β°C depending on material selection and sealing compound. High-performance EPDM and silicone sealing elements maintain compression set resistance across extreme thermal cycles common in industrial process environments.

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Tool-Free & Quick Installation

Optimized thread geometry and pre-fitted sealing components enable rapid, tool-free assembly in the field. Integrated earthing tags and EMC shielding termination options are available for advanced electrical installations requiring bonding continuity.

πŸ† Trusted by Global Industry Leaders in Hazardous Area Installations

From offshore oil & gas platforms in the North Sea to petrochemical refineries in the Middle East, from underground mining operations in Australia to pharmaceutical manufacturing plants across Europe β€” Hoonsun's Ex cable glands for flexible conduit assemblies are the specified choice of engineers and procurement professionals who demand certified safety, proven durability, and consistent supply chain reliability. Our products have been honored to supply critical components for major national defense and marine projects, including the Aircraft Carrier "Liaoning."

Industry Trends & Market Outlook

The global Ex cable gland market for flexible conduit assemblies is experiencing significant transformation driven by evolving safety regulations, industrial digitalization, and the rapid expansion of hazardous-area industries worldwide.

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Rapid Growth in Global Hazardous Area Market

The global hazardous area equipment market is projected to surpass USD 12 billion by 2028, growing at a CAGR of over 6%. Increasing investments in oil & gas infrastructure, chemical processing, and mining operations across Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, and Latin America are driving unprecedented demand for certified Ex cable gland solutions for flexible conduit systems.

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Stricter International Regulatory Compliance

Regulatory bodies worldwide are tightening explosion-proof equipment standards. The harmonization of ATEX and IECEx frameworks, combined with updated NEC/CEC requirements in North America, is compelling industrial operators to upgrade legacy cable management systems to fully certified Ex flexible conduit assemblies β€” creating a significant replacement market.

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Rise of Smart & Instrumented Installations

Industry 4.0 and IIoT deployments in hazardous environments require increasingly dense cable routing with integrated EMC shielding and data cable management. Ex cable glands for flexible conduit are evolving to accommodate multi-cable, hybrid power-data configurations, with built-in grounding and shielding termination becoming standard specification requirements.

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Expansion into Renewable Energy & New Industries

The rapid growth of offshore wind farms, solar energy plants, hydrogen production facilities, and EV battery manufacturing introduces new categories of hazardous area installations. These emerging sectors require Ex-rated flexible conduit cable glands capable of handling both power and signal cables in environments with flammable gas, dust, or chemical vapor hazards.

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Advanced Materials & Manufacturing Innovation

Manufacturers are investing in high-performance polymers, advanced surface treatments, and precision CNC machining to produce Ex cable glands with superior corrosion resistance, reduced weight, and extended service life. Automated production lines and AI-assisted quality inspection are elevating product consistency to levels previously achievable only with hand-crafted precision.

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Supply Chain Localization & Strategic Partnerships

Global supply chain disruptions have accelerated the shift toward qualified regional manufacturers and long-term strategic supply agreements. Industrial buyers are increasingly partnering directly with certified Chinese manufacturers like Hoonsun β€” combining cost efficiency, production scale, and international certification compliance β€” to secure reliable supply of Ex flexible conduit cable glands.

Deep-Dive Application Scenarios

Ex cable glands for flexible conduit assemblies serve as critical safety components across a wide spectrum of hazardous and demanding industrial environments. Understanding these applications helps engineers specify the right product for every installation.

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Oil, Gas & Petrochemical Refineries

In Zone 1 and Zone 2 classified areas of refineries, platforms, and LNG terminals, Ex cable glands for flexible conduit provide the critical interface between rigid cable trays and motor terminal boxes, junction boxes, and instrumentation enclosures β€” maintaining flameproof integrity while accommodating thermal movement and vibration.

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Chemical & Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Chemical plants handling flammable solvents and pharmaceutical facilities with solvent-based processes require Ex flexible conduit glands in 316L stainless steel or PTFE-coated variants to resist aggressive chemical attack while maintaining Zone 1 certification. Clean-room compatible designs ensure compliance with GMP standards.

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Underground Mining & Tunneling

Mining environments combine explosive methane atmospheres with extreme mechanical stress, water ingress, and abrasive dust. Ex cable glands for flexible metallic conduit provide the robust, IP68-rated, Ex d certified connection points required for mining machinery, ventilation systems, and underground communications infrastructure.

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Marine & Offshore Installations

Offshore drilling platforms, FPSOs, and naval vessels demand cable gland solutions that combine explosion-proof certification with marine-grade corrosion resistance. Our TH Standard Type marine cable glands, UL-listed and IP68-rated, are engineered for continuous saltwater exposure, meeting the most demanding marine classification society requirements.

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Wind Energy & Offshore Renewables

Offshore wind turbine nacelles and towers contain transformer rooms and battery storage areas classified as hazardous zones. Ex flexible conduit cable glands enable safe, watertight cable routing through nacelle walls and tower penetrations, with stainless steel construction providing the 25+ year service life demanded by offshore wind operators.

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Food, Beverage & Grain Processing

Flour mills, sugar refineries, and distilleries present Zone 22 dust explosion hazards requiring Ex-rated cable management. Nylon reinforced Ex cable glands for flexible conduit offer food-safe, non-sparking cable entry solutions that withstand high-pressure washdown while maintaining certified protection against combustible dust ignition.

COMPANY PROFILE

Nearly two decades of innovation and excellence in industrial cable gland manufacturing β€” powering hazardous area safety worldwide.

Zhejiang Hongxiang Connector Co., Ltd.

Founded in 2006 Β· Yueqing, Zhejiang, China

Founded in 2006, Zhejiang Hongxiang Connector Co., Ltd. is rooted in Yueqing, Zhejiang β€” a national hub for precision electrical manufacturing in China. After nearly two decades of dedicated development, the company has evolved into a large modern industrial connectivity solutions provider integrating R&D and design, large-scale intelligent manufacturing, global sales, and one-stop services. It stands as a benchmark enterprise of considerable scale and influence in China's cable gland and connector industry, and a key player among national high-tech enterprises.

Boasting a modern intelligent manufacturing industrial park, the company operates a standardized production workshop of over 10,000 square meters, equipped with multiple high-precision automated production lines, CNC machining centers, and a full-process quality control laboratory, establishing an industry-leading large-scale manufacturing system. With a core team of more than 300 professionals β€” over 30% of whom are R&D and quality management personnel β€” its annual production capacity exceeds 80 million units.

Its core product portfolio includes metal cable glands, nylon cable glands, waterproof cable glands, explosion-proof connectors, conduit fittings, and various customized connecting accessories. These products serve high-end sectors such as industrial electrical equipment, new energy equipment, rail transit, shipbuilding and heavy industry, construction machinery, military supporting facilities, and communication & industrial control.

ISO 9001 IATF 16949 CE UL Listed ATEX RoHS IP68 IECEx
2006
Year Established
300+
Professional Team Members
10,000㎑
Production Workshop Area
80M+
Annual Production Capacity
100+
Patents Held
200+
Production Equipment Units

Development History

From a small workshop producing waterproof brass cable glands to a global industrial connectivity powerhouse β€” our journey reflects two decades of relentless innovation and growth.

IN 2006
Yueqing Hoonsun Cable Gland Manufacturing Co., Ltd. was established, mainly producing waterproof brass cable glands.
IN 2008
Factory relocated; new workshop area reached 2,000㎑, laying the foundation for scaled production.
IN 2009
Company introduced numerical control equipment and automatic counting machines, guiding the company toward automated production technology.
IN 2010
The company developed a new design of cable seal and applied for a patent (Patent No. ZL201020530888.7), marking the beginning of our intellectual property portfolio.
IN 2011
Our company was honored to be the supplier of special waterproof cable glands for the Aircraft Carrier "Liaoning." Our high-quality products were recognized and began exporting globally.
IN 2013
Company focused on researching and developing various new products in stainless steel, nylon, brass, and other materials. Diversified production to meet different market requirements.
IN 2016
The company's employees expanded to 80 people, and the core of the business went international with growing export markets across Europe, North America, and the Middle East.
IN 2018
Company relocated again with a new brand identity β€” a brighter, more international appearance reflecting our global ambitions.
IN 2021
The company was upgraded and the company name was changed to Zhejiang Hoonsun Cable Gland Co., Ltd., marking a new chapter of corporate development.
IN 2023
The factory expanded with over 120 employees and over 200 production equipment units, vigorously expanding into other industries such as the photovoltaic industry. The company was further upgraded to Zhejiang Hoonsun Cable Gland Co., Ltd., continuing its mission as a global leader in cable gland solutions.

Qualification Certificate

Our Ex cable glands for flexible conduit assemblies are backed by a comprehensive portfolio of internationally recognized certifications, ensuring compliance with the most stringent global safety and quality standards. Every certification represents our unwavering commitment to engineering excellence and customer trust.

Qualification Certificate - Ex Cable Gland Certifications ATEX UL IP68International Certification - Cable Gland Quality Standards
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Company Presentation

The company currently has more than 120 employees, more than 200 production equipment units, and is equipped with a professional sales and management team, committed to improving production efficiency and product quality.

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Why Choose Hoonsun Ex Cable Glands for Flexible Conduit?

When safety, compliance, and supply reliability are non-negotiable, Hoonsun delivers the complete solution for your hazardous area cable management needs.

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Full International Certification Stack

Every product carries the complete certification portfolio required for global project specification: ATEX, IECEx, UL, CE, IP68, RoHS, and ISO 9001 β€” eliminating the need to source from multiple suppliers to meet different market requirements.

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In-House R&D & Testing Laboratory

Our dedicated R&D center and full-process quality control laboratory enable rapid product development, customization, and validation. With nearly 100 patents, we continuously push the boundaries of Ex cable gland technology for flexible conduit applications.

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Large-Volume Production Capability

With annual production exceeding 80 million units and 200+ production equipment units on our floor, we have the manufacturing scale to fulfill large project orders, frame agreements, and urgent delivery requirements without compromising quality or lead times.

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Custom Engineering Solutions

Beyond standard product ranges, our engineering team provides bespoke Ex cable gland designs for unique flexible conduit configurations, special thread forms, non-standard cable diameters, and specific material or surface treatment requirements β€” from concept to certified production.

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Global Supply Chain Experience

With nearly two decades of international export experience, we understand the documentation, certification, and logistics requirements of different global markets. Our dedicated international sales team provides responsive technical support and seamless order management for clients worldwide.

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Sustainable Manufacturing Commitment

RoHS compliance, responsible material sourcing, and energy-efficient manufacturing processes reflect our commitment to sustainable industrial production. Our products are designed for long service life, reducing replacement frequency and the associated environmental footprint of industrial cable management systems.