Bulkhead pass-through for connector up to Ø30 mm, cable 9-14 mm - black composite

The Scanstrut DS30-P-BLK cable gland is a marine accessory designed to ensure watertight passage of cables and their connectors through a boat's deck. It protects connections from water and external elements, ensuring the durability and reliability of your onboard electrical or electronic installation.

This deck gland is designed to accommodate cables with a diameter between 9 and 14 mm (0.35 to 0.55 inches).

The Scanstrut DS30-P-BLK deck gland is suitable for connectors with a maximum diameter of 30 mm (1.18 inches).

The DS30-P-BLK deck gland is made of black composite. This material provides excellent UV resistance and durability in harsh marine environments.

For installation, you will need the following tools:

A Pozidriv screwdriver
A 30 mm (1.18 inch) hole saw
A 2.5 mm (3/32 inch) drill bit for soft materials (plywood, etc.) or a 3 mm (1/8 inch) drill bit for hard materials (fiberglass, acrylic, hardwood)
Sealant silicone

Yes, using waterproof sealant is required to ensure a fully watertight installation of the deck gland on your boat's deck, in addition to the supplied gasket.

The kit includes 4 cable gland bungs in different sizes. Select the bung with an inner diameter closest to your cable’s diameter to ensure optimal sealing around the cable.

Yes, the deck gland is made of black composite, a material selected for its high resistance to UV rays and demanding marine environment conditions, ensuring durability and a professional finish.

Yes, the deck gland is designed for simplified installation. It consists of two parts (hull and base) with an integrated sealing gasket, and the provided instructions are clear. The required tools are common, and installation can be performed by someone with basic DIY skills.

The suffix '-P-BLK' indicates that the deck gland is made of black composite (Plastic-Black). Stainless steel versions are typically identified by the suffix '-S'. The composite version offers an excellent weight-to-strength ratio, a discreet finish, and is often preferred for dark decks or for aesthetic reasons, while providing excellent corrosion resistance.

Yes, this deck gland can be installed on various deck materials, whether soft (such as plywood) or hard (such as fiberglass, acrylic, or hardwood). It is important to use the appropriate pilot drill bit diameter for the deck material.

This model belongs to the 'vertical' deck gland family, meaning it is primarily designed for cable passage through a horizontal surface such as a boat deck.

Yes, it is recommended to freeze the bung before drilling. This will make the material more rigid and facilitate a clean, precise cut to fit your cable’s diameter if none of the supplied bungs match perfectly.

Yes, the kit includes a sealing gasket which, combined with the application of silicone during installation, ensures a perfect watertight seal for the cable pass-through between the cable gland and the boat deck.

The deck gland is designed with an integrated seal in its two-part construction (hull and base), which contributes to overall watertight integrity. Additionally, a sealing gasket is supplied in the kit to be positioned between the deck gland and the boat's deck, further enhancing protection against water ingress.

Yes, the DS30-P-BLK is part of the Scanstrut deck gland family, which includes other models such as the DS6, DS16, DS21A, DS21B, and DS40. The DS30 is an intermediate model in the range, offering a 30 mm connector pass-through diameter.