About PFLITSCH
PFLITSCH Cable Entry & EMC Shielding Solutions
PFLITSCH is a leading European manufacturer of cable glands, cable entry plates, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) shielding solutions for industrial control cabinets, machinery enclosures, and field installations. With decades of expertise in hermetic sealing and strain relief, PFLITSCH supplies mission-critical components to industries requiring IP66, IP68, and IP69K ingress protection and high-frequency noise suppression.
PFLITSCH's flagship product families include the UNI Dicht cable gland system (available in metric and imperial Whitworth threads, achieving IP 68 to 10 bar and 100 bar rated service), the blueglobe series (IP 68/69K certified), and the UNI Split/EGK splittable cable entry systems for retrofitting pre-assembled cables into existing enclosure cutouts without disconnection. Each system integrates sealing inserts, strain relief boots, and EMC shielding to deliver 360° cable shield contact and attenuation values exceeding EN 60423 and DIN standards.
EMC cable glands are engineered for environments with high-frequency electromagnetic interference: industrial control rooms, automation systems, and RF-sensitive equipment rely on PFLITSCH UNI EMC or blueglobe EMC variants to provide simultaneous power-lead sealing and shield grounding in a single component. Operating temperature ranges from –60 °C to +200 °C with multi-insert variants for bundling two or more cables through one gland, reducing enclosure drilling and space.
Cable entry plates from PFLITSCH deliver maximum tightness and minimum leakage paths when installing multiple cables through control cabinet walls. Modular designs allow standard cutouts and include progressive sealing stages to accommodate cables of varying diameters, reducing inventory complexity and installation errors. All products undergo rigorous testing to IEC 61076-2 and equivalent automotive standards.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between IP68, IP69K, and EMC cable glands?
IP68 provides protection against dust (6) and continuous immersion (8) to a specified depth and duration, typically 10 bar for PFLITSCH; IP69K is a higher rating designed for high-pressure hot water jets and is common in wash-down environments; EMC cable glands add a shielded sleeve or contacting ring to provide 360° grounding of the cable shield, preventing electromagnetic interference from entering or exiting the enclosure — critical for precision measurement, radio-frequency, and automation systems.
Can I retrofit a PFLITSCH splittable cable gland into an existing enclosure without disconnecting the cable?
Yes, PFLITSCH's UNI Split and EGK splittable gland systems are designed specifically for retrofit: they open along a hinged line, allowing the cable to rest in a cradle without removal, then close around the cable and seal just as a standard gland would. This is ideal for field upgrades, additions to existing panels, or situations where cable disconnection would disrupt production or is physically impossible.
What is the maximum operating temperature range for PFLITSCH cable glands, and does it affect the seal material?
PFLITSCH cable glands operate from –60 °C to +200 °C depending on the variant and seal-insert material selected: standard HNBR (synthetic rubber) inserts cover –40 to +100 °C, while FKM (Viton) and PTFE variants extend the range toward both extremes. High-temperature installations (e.g., welding enclosures, furnace controls) require FKM inserts; cryogenic environments need PTFE or special elastomers — confirm your specific operating temperature with product data sheets before ordering.
How do I ensure 360° EMC shielding contact with a PFLITSCH EMC cable gland?
PFLITSCH EMC glands feature a metal shielding sleeve or contacting ring that grips the cable shield and grounds it to the enclosure or conductive backplate; the cable's outer shield must be stripped back and terminated inside the gland so that the metallic contact ring or spring fingers press firmly against it. Proper installation requires stripping ~8–10mm of cable jacket, twisting the shield strands tightly, and inserting into the gland so the ring compresses the shield — poor shield contact defeats EMC performance and may allow interference to enter.
What certifications and standards do PFLITSCH cable glands meet?
PFLITSCH cable glands comply with EN 60423 (metric threads), DIN 40430 (imperial Whitworth), IEC 61076-2, EN 45545 (fire-safety in transportation), and various ATEX and Ex db/Ex tb certifications for hazardous-area installations. All standard and EMC variants are tested for strain relief (DIN 43652), ingress protection (IP test chambers), and electromagnetic attenuation per EN 61000-6 — check the specific product datasheet to confirm compliance with your application's required standards.