Appleton A2F Series Nickel Plated Brass Cable Glands are suitable for unarmored and exterior braid armor with protective sheath cable certified for enclosures with the following protection modes: Ex d flameproof IIB or IIC (as per 10.4.2 of IEC 60079‑14), Ex e increased safety, Ex nR restricted breathing and D dust environment. They are ideal for onshore and offshore use and for other hazardous areas exposed to gases and dust.