INSTRUMEx

CONNECTORS
For Harsh & Hazardous Environments

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Introducing Hawke’s InstrumEx

range of Connectors
This revolutionary design allows the live mate and de-mating of signal and low
power in hazardous areas safely and quickly. The InstrumEx connector is available
in two sizes. The 4-way and the 9-way options will accept cores ranging between
0.5mm² and 2.5mm² and can operate up to a maximum current of 10A (AC1) at
250V AC and 2.5A (DC1) 60V DC. The 8-way option, designed predominantly for
Ethernet applications, will accept cores ranging between 0.14mm² and 0.37mm²
and can carry 1A (AC1) at 60V AC and 0.5A (DC1) 60V DC. InstrumEx Connectors
include an integral Hawke cable gland for easy termination of both armoured and
un-armoured cables.

The InstrumEx range of connectors is ideal for use in hazardous areas.

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MADE IN
BRITAIN

Bulkhead Receptacle (BR)

1
3
International Approvals

2
Connector Plug (CP)
6

7
Connector Receptacle (CR)

Technical Data

Material Options Manufactured in Nickel Plated Brass and 316L Stainless Steel
Ingress Protection IP66 67
Deluge Protection to DTS01
Operating Temperature -40°C to +60°C (may be limited by T-Rating)
Applications Suitable for use in Zone 1, Zone 21, Zone 2 and Zone 22
Approvals
Protection Class Ex II 2GD Ex db eb IIC T6 Gb, Ex tb IIIC T80 Db
ATEX Certificate No Baseefa06ATEX0061X
IECEx Certificate No BAS 06.0018X
UKEX Certificate No BAS21UKEX0061X
Construction & Test Standards IEC/EN 60079-0, 1, 7, 31
17-LD1653736-PDA
Marine Approvals BV: 43523/B0
DNV: TAE00003RX
EAC: No EA3C RU C-GB.HA91.B.00261/21
EQM: 20-11-27224/Q20-11-000979/NB0007
Additional Certifications Inmetro: IEx 14.0217X
PESO: P410134
SONCAP: LCOGB049552-0500
NEC/CEC
NEC Protection Class Class I, Zone 1, AExde IICGb T6,AExtbIIIC Db T80
CEC Protection Class Exdbe IICGb T6, ExtbIIICDb T80
c CSA us Certificate 2633583
Construction & Test Standards UL1977, CSA/UL 60079-0, 1, 7, 31

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INSTRUMEx
Electrical Insert with Key

Easy to assemble electrical insert allows

crimped or soldered connections.

2 Keyed Positions

Secondary keying on the actual insert

bodies guarantees contact alignment,
preventing pin damage.

3 Integral Keyring

Machined key and keyway ensures

connector alignment. Unique
5 position insert keying system
prevents cross-mating.

4 Quick Connect

Unique 4 start ACME thread offers a

smooth and quick fully mating action
in less than two turns. Earth continuity
is achieved via a 360° contact clip.

5 Anti-rotation

Profiled Spigot and connector body

prevent cable rotation, eliminating
cable damage.

6 Reversible Armour Clamp

The InstrumEx incorporates Hawke’s
proven and patented armour
termination method to accommodate
different types of armour or braid.

7 Versatile LSFZH Rear Seal

Accommodates a wide range of cable

sizes and provides highly effective
cable grip and ingress protection.

8 Pre-terminated

All BR connectors are supplied

with pre-terminated tails to suit
your requirements.

Product design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Please check the Hawke website for latest specifications.
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How It Works
InstrumEx Connectors are designed to provide ease of installation
and speed of use whilst providing a flexible, safe and reliable method
for mating and disconnection of circuits which are energised.

Exe clearances
between contacts.
These diameters are
Exd Flamepaths.
Exe clearances
between contacts.
Stage 1
The two mating halves are easily engaged and disengaged
by two full turns of the ACME custom engaging thread,
during which time the pins and socket are protected by
the Exd flameproof protection concept. The outer shell
of the connector combined with the integral Hawke
cable gland seal ensure that the internal connections are
protected to the Exe increased safety protection concept.

Should an ignition occur

during de-mating, it is contained
by the Exd Flamepath.
Arc ‘quenching’ gap. Stage 2
During connector engagement and disengagement
any sparking of the contacts is contained within an arc
‘quenching section’ which is housed within the Exd
flamepath areas.

Threads still engaged at Once passed the arc quenching

this point. gap, the primary protection
method becomes Exe.

Once de-matted, the protection

method is Exe on the
socket insert IP30 (IP66 - IP67 with cap fitted).
Stage 3
When the connector halves are disengaged, the socket
section is protected to IP30 and must have the protective
cap fitted immediately to restore the full Exe increased
safety requirements and IP rating. The pins and socket
inserts are interchangeable between all three connector
Pin insert cannot remain energised. components: i.e. Bulkhead receptacle, in-line receptacle
Pin and socket inserts are interchangeable
between the CP and BR/CR. and connector plug. In all installations, the “live” side of
the connector must always contain the socket insert.

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InstrumEx Inserts

Front View Back View Front View Back View

Socket Insert Socket Insert Pin Insert Pin Insert

4 x 0.5 - 1mm² 4 x 0.5 - 1mm² 4 x 0.5 - 1mm² 4 x 0.5 - 1mm²

4 x 1.5 - 2.5mm² 4 x 1.5 - 2.5mm² 4 x 1.5 - 2.5mm² 4 x 1.5 - 2.5mm²

1 9 1 9 9 1 9 1 9 1 9 1 1 9 1 9
2 8 2 8 8 2 8 2 8 2 8 2 2 8 2 8
3 7 3 77 3 7 3 7 37 3 3 73 7
4 6 4 6 4 4 4 4
5 5 6 5 4 6 5 4 6 6 5 6 5 6
5 5

9 x 0.5 - 1mm² 9 x 0.5 - 1mm² 9 x 0.5 - 1mm² 9 x 0.5 - 1mm²

9 x 1.5 - 2.5mm² 9 x 1.5 - 2.5mm² 9 x 1.5 - 2.5mm² 9 x 1.5 - 2.5mm²

Front View Back View Front View Back View

Socket Insert Socket Insert Pin Insert Pin Insert

8 x 0.14 - 0.37mm² 8 x 0.14 - 0.37mm² 8 x 0.14 - 0.37mm² 8 x 0.14 - 0.37mm²

Dual Crimp
Two crimping locations on the 4 & 9 way contacts
allow for only two contact sizes to cover a far greater
range than conventional contacts. This allows
termination of cores ranging between 0.5 and 2.5mm².
Contacts must be crimped using the Hawke supplied
crimping tool part No. HCT1.

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Dimensions & Technical Specifications

MADE IN
BRITAIN
102-110 12 12 112-128
8 28-36 30

4/8 Way 0 29.5

4/8 Way 029.5

4/8 Way 0 55
9 Way = 042
9 Way 0 42

Std = 029.5

9 Way 0 70

9 Way 042
International Approvals

Optional cable clamp

27 A/F
27 A/F 4/8 Way for CP & CR
CONNECTOR PLUG Optional 39 A/F 9 Way
mounting flange
for CP & CR
M20 =15
CONNECTOR RECEPTACLE M32 =15
All dimensions in mm unless otherwise stated.
1⁄₂" NPT = 22.5
12 75.5 3⁄₄" NPT = 22.8
4/8 Way 9 Way 20 1" NPT = 27.65
4 Holes Ø 6.5 4 Holes Ø 6.3
Equispaced on a Equispaced on a
Ø 43 PCD Ø 55 PCD

3⁄₄" NPT
Ø 29.5

1⁄₂" NPT

1" NPT
M32
M20

{
{
4/8 Way

9 Way
30 A/F 4/8 Way
42 A/F 9 Way

MOUNTING FLANGE BULKHEAD RECEPTACLE

Technical Data - 4 Way / 9 Way Technical Data - 8 Way

Explosion Protection ExII2 GD Exdbe IIC Gb Extb IIIC Db T85°C Explosion Protection ExII2 GD Exdbe IIC Gb Extb IIIC Db T85°C
Ambient Temperature -40°C to +60°C Ambient Temperature _-40°C to +60°C
Baseefa 06 ATEX 0061X Baseefa 06 ATEX 0061X
Certification Certification
IECEx BAS06.0018X IECEx BAS06.0018X
Voltage AC 250V RMS Voltage AC 60V RMS
Current AC EN 60947-4-3 10A (AC21) Current AC EN 60947-4-3 1A (AC21)
Current AC EN 60947-4-1 10A (AC1) Current AC EN 60947-4-1 1A (AC1)
Current AC EN 60947-4-1 1A (AC3) Current AC EN 60947-4-1 0.1A (AC3)
Frequency 50/60 Hz Frequency 50/60 Hz
Ratings 4 Way / 9 Way Ratings 8 Way
Power Factor 0.9 Power Factor 0.9
Voltage DC 60V Voltage DC 60V
Current DC EN 60947-4-3 2.5A (DC21) Current DC EN 60947-4-3 0.5A (DC21)
Current DC EN 60947-4-1 2.5A (DC1) Current DC EN 60947-4-1 0.5A (DC1)
Current DC EN 60947-4-1 0.5A (DC3) Current DC EN 60947-4-1 0.1A (DC3)
10 amp without thermal protection 0.5 amp without thermal protection
Fuse Rating 4 / 9 way Fuse Rating 4 / 9 way
20A gL with thermal protection 1A gL with thermal protection
Max No. of make & On load 150 Max No. of make & On load 150
break operations break operations
(EN61984) Off load 500 (EN61984) Off load 500
IP66, IP67 and DTS01 deluge protected. IP66, IP67 and DTS01 deluge protected.
IP Rating Note: Caps to be fitted to maintain IP ratings IP Rating Note: Caps to be fitted to maintain IP ratings
when the connector halves are separated. when the connector halves are separated.
Storage Temperature -50°C to +70°C Storage Temperature -50°C to +70°C

Armour Clamping Ring Size Selection

Size Ref Code Orientation 1 Orientation 2
O S - Standard Ring 0.8- 1.25 0.0 - 0.8
A S - Standard Ring 0.8 - 1.25 0.0 - 0.8
S - Standard Ring 1.25 - 1.6 0.0 - 0.7
B
R - Alternative Ring 0.9 - 1.25 0.5 - 0.9

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Connectors Order Codes

See below table to correctly identify the specifications you require. An example order code
is also shown below to illustrate the correct formatting required. If you need assistance
with your order please contact the Hawke Sales Team.

Order Codes
InstrumEx Connector
SELECT CODE DESCRIPTION EXAMPLE CODE
N Nickel Plated Brass
MATERIAL N
S Stainless Steel
CP Connector Plug
FP Flange Mounted Connector Plug
CR Connector Receptacle
FR Flange Mounted Connector Receptacle
CONNECTOR STYLE
BR1 Bulkhead Receptacle (Fixed Position 1 Standard) BR1
BR2 Bulkhead Receptacle (Fixed Position 2)
BR3 Bulkhead Receptacle (Fixed Position 3)
BR4 Bulkhead Receptacle (Fixed Position 4)
BR5 Bulkhead Receptacle (Fixed Position 5)
M Metric Thread (M20 4/8-way / M32 9-way)
BULKHEAD ENTRY THREAD N NPT Thread (1/2” for 4/8-way / 3/4” 9-way)
M
R NPT Alternative Thread (3/4” for 4/8-way / 1” 9-way)
X N/A (for Connector Plug or Connector Receptacle)
CROSS SECTIONAL AREA A 4 x 0.5 - 1mm2
B 4 x 1.5 - 2.5mm2
4 & 9 way Bulkhead Receptacle will always C 8 x 0.14 - 0.37mm2 B
be pre-terminated with 1.5mm2 conductors,
irrespective of cross sectional area. D 9 x 0.5 - 1mm2
E 9 x 1.5 - 2.5mm2
INSERT TYPE P Pin Insert
In all installations the “live” side of the connector P
S Socket Insert
must always contain the socket insert.
S Cable Gland Seal 5.5 - 16mm
A Cable Gland Seal 12.5 - 20.5mm (9-Way Only)
OUTER SHEATH DIAMETER X
B Cable Gland Seal 16.9 - 26mm (9-Way Only)
X N/A (Bulkhead Receptacle)
0 0.5m (Standard)
1 1m
BULKHEAD RECEPTACLE CABLE LENGTH 2 2m 0
C Customer Specified
X N/A (for Connector Plug and Receptacle)
BULKHEAD RECEPTACLE PIN QUANTITIES 4 4 (pins 1-4 terminated) Standard 4-way BR
3 3 (pins 1,2 & 3 terminated)
8 8 (pins 1-8 terminated) Standard 8-way BR
9 9 (pins 1-9 terminated) Standard 9-way BR
Bulkheads also include an additional earth C Customer Specified 4
lead. All RJ selections only available with
Cross Sectional Area “C” RJA RJ45 Jack fitted, wired to T-568A
RJB RJ45 Jack fitted, wired to T-568B
RJC Customer Specified
X N/A (for Connector Plug and Receptacle)
ARMOUR CLAMP SIZE R Alternative Clamping Rings B only
X N/A (Bulkhead Receptacle)
See Armour Clamping Ring Size Selection S Standard Clamping Ring O,A,B X
Table on Page 8 Unarmoured/Copper Braid Clamp
U
(in addition to Clamping Rings)
CERTIFICATION A ATEX/IECEx/EAC/Inmetro/cCSAus A
Example
Select Code:
relevant N-BR1-M-B-P-X-0-4-X-A
code from each block as shown in the following example: InstrumEx / N-BR1-M-B-P-X-0-4-X-A

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Hawke Connectors Range

Utilising the most advanced technology, Hawke connectors are designed for
quick and easy termination. Boasting market-leading features like the complete
elimination of cross-mating, high reliability contacts and much more, the Hawke
Connector range guarantees innovation, safety and reliability. The range is ideal
for use in dust and gas hazardous areas commonly found in Oil and Gas exploration
and production and chemical process plants. Hawke connectors may also be used in
explosive dust environments and hostile non-explosive environments.

The Hawke Connector range has been designed for four electrical application areas:
Instrumentation, Control, Power and Fibre. Take a closer look at our range, below.

Instrum
The revolutionary InstrumEx allows for the live mate
and de-mating of signal and low power in hazardous
areas safely and quickly.

Control
The ControlEx range is ideal for use in control
and low/ medium power applications. Front loaded
design allows for easy assembly and installation of Exd
compound barriers during termination.

Power
The PowerEx range has been designed specifically
for the extremely demanding requirements of higher
power applications up to 780A and 750V as standard.
Other voltages are available on special request.

Fibre
The Fibre Ex from Hawke and Acal BFi combines the
strength of Hawke’s market-leading connection range
with the latest in Ex Fibre-Optic specifications.

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