Subsea penetrators

Connectors, backshells, and contacts

Eaton's subsea penetrators are designed for applications that require maximum pressure protection and minimal maintenance over long-term deployments. An extensive array of solutions includes Burton subsea products and penetrators that were formerly promoted under the Electro-Oceanic name.

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Standard products available with 2 to 12 conductors ranging from 1/0AWG to 18AWG.
Straight and right-angle body configurations available with straight and National Pipe Threads (NPT).
Custom penetrators, wiring harnesses, and cable assemblies.

Deployment-proven designs rated up to 20,000 psi

Burton penetrators incorporate rugged designs that have been field proven in over 40 years of depoyments. 316L stainless steel shells with integrally-molded-elastomer bodies are available with 10,000 and 20,000 PSI pressure ratings. Additional design features include:

Volatge ratings from 600 - 3000VDC.
Water-blocking systems protect against water entering equipment through the penetrator during catastrophic events such as an overmolded cable being completely cut through.

Quick turn, application-specific capabilities include extreme temperatures, EMI/RFI, radiation, shock/vibration, and corrosive media. Please visit the custom subsea and surface connectors and cable assemblies page for additional information.

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