Approx. Price: Rs 450 / Kilogram A double compression gland (in the U.S. more often known as a cable connector or fitting) is a device designed to attach and secure the end of a cable to the equipment. A double compression gland provides strain-relief and connects by a means suitable for the type and description of cable for which it is designed including provision for making electrical connection to the armour or braid and lead or aluminum sheath of the cable.