LAPP India, a leading provider of cable and connectivity solutions, is enhancing its industrial cable management offerings with the SKINTOP® range— a versatile line of cable glands designed for a wide array of industrial environments, from critical operations to general use. Available in two distinct series—SKINTOP® ST / STR and SKINTOP® SMART—these polyamide glands are built to address the growing market demands for safety, reliability, and easy installation.
Whether for heavy-duty or standard applications, SKINTOP® ensures high-performance and dependability. Through the SKINTOP® range, LAPP delivers tailored solutions that align with specific application requirements, environmental conditions, and compliance needs.
The SKINTOP® series offers a broad range of solutions tailored to meet various industrial needs, combining specialized features for different applications. Customers can select the optimal cable gland depending on factors such as usage intensity, environmental conditions, and regulatory compliance requirements. With a focus on delivering versatility, the series ensures that industries across the board can find a solution that is both reliable and easy to install.
Among the key offerings, the SKINTOP® ST and STR are designed for high-demand industrial environments. These globally certified cable glands are ideal for use in environments that require strict performance standards, such as cleanrooms, energy networks, automation systems, food and beverage production, pharmaceuticals, oil and gas, cleaning systems, and data centers. Crafted from durable polyamide, the glands are available in both metric-threaded and PG-threaded versions, and they support a wide range of cable diameters, from M12 to M63 and PG 7 to PG 48. Their superior ingress protection—IP68 (up to 5 bar for 30 minutes) and IP69 (resistant to high-pressure, high-temperature water jets)—ensures their suitability for harsh conditions, while their flame resistance up to 650°C makes them a reliable choice in demanding sectors.
In addition to their robust protection features, the SKINTOP® ST and STR glands are designed to handle severe environmental factors, including UV exposure, ozone, and harsh chemicals. This makes them especially well-suited for applications in both hygienic environments and outdoor settings, where durability and long-term performance are essential. Certified with international standards such as CE, UL, DNV, VDE, and UKCA, these glands are not only highly functional but also globally recognized for their operational continuity, making them ideal for companies with international operations.
The SKINTOP® SMART series, manufactured at LAPP’s cutting-edge facility in Dharuhera, is tailored for general-purpose industrial applications. This range is ideal for uses in control panels, junction boxes, limit switches, parking systems, and surveillance setups.
With clamping sizes ranging from M12 to M32 and PG 7 to PG 29, the SMART series fits well in both compact and standard installations. These glands offer ingress protection up to IP68 and are UR (UL Recognized) certified, ensuring their suitability for routine industrial environments. The compact design of the SMART series allows for quick and efficient assembly, with precision-engineered sealing rings, gaskets, and locking components that guarantee strong cable fixation and reliable environmental sealing.
What sets the SKINTOP® SMART glands apart is their ability to offer rapid availability without compromising on performance. The design focuses on simplifying installation, making the glands ideal for situations where speed is critical. The ease of installation is further enhanced by their user-friendly features, such as a quick assembly process that requires only a simple turn of the nut—eliminating the need for additional tools and cutting down setup time across industries. This design innovation makes the SMART series a highly practical solution for businesses needing efficiency without sacrificing quality.
Sumit Mitra, Managing Director of LAPP India, emphasized the importance of the right cable gland for every industrial application: “Each industrial application has unique needs, especially when it comes to cables and connectors. At LAPP, we believe that every cable deserves the right gland, as they are essential to the effectiveness of industrial solutions.” He further added that, through decades of experience in industrial connectivity, LAPP has designed the SKINTOP® series to address a wide range of needs across different sectors. The SKINTOP® ST/STR series is perfect for high-performance, globally certified environments, while the SMART series is a reliable, efficient solution for more common applications.
The SKINTOP® cable glands bring several benefits that make them stand out in the market. First, their hermetic sealing ensures maximum protection for electrical connections. With ingress protection ratings of IP68 and IP69, these glands effectively shield against dust, water, and other contaminants, which is particularly valuable in harsh environments like food processing, pharmaceuticals, and outdoor installations. The glands keep electrical systems safe from the damaging effects of environmental exposure, enhancing the longevity and reliability of the connected systems.
In addition to their sealing capabilities, SKINTOP® glands provide optimized strain relief, reducing the risk of vibration-related damage to cables. This feature helps prevent mechanical failure and extends the lifespan of cables, ensuring uninterrupted operation in industrial environments. The glands are also incredibly easy to install, with an intuitive design that requires only a simple turn of the nut. This reduces installation time significantly and eliminates the need for additional tools, making it easy to deploy these glands in a variety of industries.
SKINTOP® glands are available in a range of materials, including plastic, brass, and stainless steel, offering solutions for diverse industrial requirements. These materials provide excellent resistance to extreme temperatures, UV exposure, ozone, and aggressive chemicals, making them perfect for industries like oil and gas, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and marine applications.
The combination of high-quality materials and performance-driven design makes SKINTOP® a trusted choice for a wide array of industrial needs, from automation and manufacturing to chemical processing. From machine tools and robotics to transportation and renewable energy, SKINTOP® continues to support industries in achieving safer and more efficient operations through simplified cable management solutions.
LAPP India is a wholly-owned subsidiary of LAPP, a global leader in cable and connectivity technology. Headquartered in Germany, LAPP began operations in India in 1996 and now operates three manufacturing facilities in Bengaluru, Bhopal, and Dharuhera, along with four regional warehouses. LAPP India offers a wide range of solutions, including power & control cables, data communication cables, industrial connectors, cable glands, and accessories.
The company also provides plug-and-play cable and connectivity solutions under the LAPP Harnessing Solutions and Industrial Communication Solutions brands. LAPP India serves a broad spectrum of industries, including automotive, cement, textiles, food & beverage, infrastructure, machine tools, mining, oil & gas, railways, renewable energy, and e-mobility. With its eight trusted brands—ÖLFLEX®️, UNITRONIC®️, ETHERLINE®️, HITRONIC®️, EPIC®️, SKINTOP®️, SILVYN®️, and FLEXIMARK®️—LAPP is known worldwide for manufacturing excellence and delivering the highest standards in quality, reliability, and durability.
