Controlled Cable Routing for Finished Surfaces and Equipment Panels
Sugatsune America’s split cable grommet CHC-S18BL provides a compact, durable cable-routing point for installations where plugs, connectors, or terminated leads cannot pass through a conventional one-piece opening. Its two-piece split construction separates easily, allowing the grommet to be positioned around an existing cable and reassembled without removing the connector. This approach can simplify installation, replacement, and maintenance in machinery, control panels, workstations, casework, and built-in furniture.
Manufactured from zinc alloy with a black finish, the CHC-S18BL offers a higher-durability alternative to plastic grommets. The round body measures 11/16” (18 mm) in diameter and requires panels at least ⅝” (16mm) thick. The cutout to install this grommet is 9/16” (14mm) and will provide a ½” (12mm) space to run your wires through. I. At only 6 g, the component adds minimal mass while providing a defined, finished interface between the cable and the surrounding panel.
Industrial Performance Without Compromising Architectural Detail
As an equipment cable grommet, the CHC-S18BL helps organize cable passages in industrial equipment, machinery enclosures, office systems, laboratory casework, and other assemblies where wiring must remain accessible.
The split opening is particularly useful for retrofit work because technicians can route pre-terminated cables without cutting, splicing, or disconnecting the installed connector. The metal construction also supports applications where repeated access, handling, or panel servicing may make a plastic component less suitable.
For architectural and furniture specifications, the black finish creates a restrained visual transition at desks, counters, cabinets, display fixtures, and integrated technology surfaces. A metal furniture cable grommet can provide a more substantial appearance than molded plastic while helping protect the panel edge and maintain an orderly cable path.
The CHC-S18BL is RoHS 3 compliant. Two-dimensional and three-dimensional CAD files are available to support panel detailing, clearance verification, and assembly documentation.
For help evaluating fit, material compatibility, or integration into a larger hardware system, contact Sugatsune America’s Inside Sales team.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the CHC-S18BL be installed around a cable that already has a connector?
Yes. The split body opens to fit around a terminated cable, then reassembles. Confirm that the cable fits the 9/16” (14 mm) bore and that the connector can be positioned beyond the grommet during installation.
What panel thickness is suitable for the CHC-S18BL?
The minimum. finished substrate thickness, including laminates, veneers, coatings, or applied panels, is ⅝” or 16mm.
Is the CHC-S18BL better suited to machinery or furniture?
It can serve both, as engineers and architects often favor black hardware finishes to complete their designs. Both gain a durable, retrofit-friendly cable passage and a compact, popular black metal detail. Suitability depends on cable size, connector clearance, panel thickness, environmental exposure, and visual requirements.
