Why Choose the ABB 7TCA297140R0016 EX-M40 Stopping Plug?
The ABB 7TCA297140R0016 (EX-M40) is a high-quality hazardous area Ex e nylon stopping plug designed to safely seal unused M40 threaded cable entries in electrical enclosures, junction boxes and control equipment. Part of the trusted ABB Kopex-Ex cable protection range, it provides reliable ingress protection while maintaining compliance in hazardous industrial environments.
Manufactured from flame-retardant polyamide (Nylon 6), the stopping plug delivers excellent resistance to corrosion, moisture and harsh industrial conditions. It is approved for use in hazardous gas and dust zones, making it ideal for petrochemical plants, offshore facilities, pharmaceutical manufacturing, mining operations and other demanding installations.
Designed with an M40 metric thread, the EX-M40 stopping plug provides a secure seal for unused cable gland entries while maintaining enclosure integrity with an IP66/IP68 protection rating. It is suitable for both new installations and maintenance applications where certified hazardous area protection is required.
Key Advantages
- Certified Ex e hazardous area stopping plug.
- M40 metric thread for standard industrial cable entries.
- Manufactured from flame-retardant Nylon 6 (polyamide).
- IP66/IP68 ingress protection when correctly installed.
- Suitable for hazardous gas and dust environments.
- Provides secure sealing of unused enclosure entries.
Key Features
- ABB Kopex-Ex series.
- Model: EX-M40.
- Manufacturer Part Number: 7TCA297140R0016.
- M40 metric thread.
- Flame-retardant polyamide (Nylon 6) construction.
- Black finish.
- ATEX and IECEx certified.
- Suitable for Zones 1, 2, 21 and 22 hazardous areas.
Reliable Sealing for Hazardous Area Installations
Stopping plugs are used to permanently seal unused cable entry points, helping preserve enclosure ingress protection while preventing dust, moisture and contaminants from entering electrical equipment. Certified hazardous area stopping plugs are essential where explosion protection and enclosure integrity must be maintained.
The ABB EX-M40 stopping plug combines durable nylon construction with internationally recognised hazardous area approvals, making it suitable for industrial installations requiring dependable long-term performance.
Typical Applications
- Hazardous area electrical enclosures.
- Junction boxes and terminal boxes.
- Oil and gas facilities.
- Petrochemical processing plants.
- Mining and heavy industry.
- Industrial automation and process control systems.
