Value Collection BDKP553346 Rubber Grommet 3/8 in Od

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION BDKP553346 is a rubber grommet designed to protect wiring, tubing, and cables where they pass through sheet metal panels, enclosures, or bulkheads. With a 3/8 inch outer diameter, 5/32 inch inner diameter, and 3/16 inch body thickness, this grommet seats securely in a punched or drilled hole and creates a cushioned barrier between the panel edge and the material running through it. The slot diameter measures 1/4 inch with a 1/16 inch slot width, allowing the grommet to be pressed into place without complete disassembly of the wire harness or conduit. Hardness is rated at 60 Shore A. Electricians, HVAC technicians, and panel fabricators commonly install this type of grommet during equipment assembly and service.

This grommet is used in residential and light commercial applications where conductors, small-diameter tubing, or control wiring penetrate metal cabinets, junction boxes, HVAC equipment panels, and electrical enclosures. The slotted design makes it practical for retrofit installations where wires are already terminated and cannot be threaded through a closed grommet. It is well suited for control panel wiring, low-voltage wire routing in HVAC systems, and general electrical enclosure work where edge protection and vibration isolation are needed.

Key Features

• Rubber construction with 60 Shore A hardness provides firm yet flexible panel seating
• Slotted design (1/4 inch slot diameter, 1/16 inch slot width) allows installation over existing wiring without disconnecting terminations
• 3/8 inch outer diameter fits standard small knockout or drilled hole sizes in sheet metal panels
• 5/32 inch inner diameter accommodates small-gauge wire and thin tubing
• 3/16 inch body thickness provides adequate panel grip across typical light-gauge sheet metal
• Sold in a package quantity of 25, suitable for service kits and panel builds

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or service grommet for use in standard sheet metal enclosures requiring a 3/8 inch outer diameter slotted rubber grommet with a 1/4 inch slot diameter.

Installation Notes

De-energize all circuits in the enclosure before installing or removing grommets near live conductors, following applicable NEC requirements. Press the grommet into the panel hole by aligning the slot with the wire or tubing, then seating the outer lip fully around the panel edge. Ensure the panel hole diameter matches the grommet outer diameter to achieve proper retention. Do not stretch the grommet beyond its rated dimensions, as this can compromise the seal and edge protection.