Engineering Calculator · 085
Cable Gland Hex Clearance Calculator
Calculate required tool-envelope width and radius from gland across-flats size and desired side clearance.
Live calculation
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Direct answer
What this result means
Calculate required tool-envelope width and radius from gland across-flats size and desired side clearance. The relationship Wreq = AF + 2c ties gland across-flats size and clearance per side directly to the reported result. The tool envelope is approximated from across-flats width plus equal side clearance. Treat the value as a transparent preliminary calculation, then compare it with the actual cable-entry assembly and current product documentation.
Formula & theory
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Wreq = AF + 2c defines the calculation shown here. The tool envelope is approximated from across-flats width plus equal side clearance. Keep the entered units with the result so another reviewer can reproduce the method.
Wreq = AF + 2c defines the calculation shown here. The tool envelope is approximated from across-flats width plus equal side clearance. Keep the entered units with the result so another reviewer can reproduce the method.
Variables
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From measurement to review
- Confirm gland across-flats size and clearance per side from a controlled drawing, measurement or project document.
- Apply Wreq = AF + 2c with consistent units and keep the entered values beside the result.
- Use required envelope width only after checking actual tool head, rotation/swing path, adjacent components and assembly sequence.
Limits
What this calculation does not confirm
- The tool envelope is approximated from across-flats width plus equal side clearance.
- Inputs describe one defined operating or measurement condition and use mutually consistent units.
- The result does not by itself confirm product suitability, standards compliance, ingress performance or installation approval.
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Product selection support
Connect the calculation with cable-entry product options.
Bepto Cable Glands can help relate a preliminary result to the product family and current model information for your application. You can start with the details you have; a complete drawing package is not needed to ask a question.