Cembre 2145871 BKY-M8 blue reinforced insulated ring terminal for 1.5–2.5 mm² copper conductors with M8 stud connection for industrial electrical installations.
£0.28
The Cembre 2145871 BKY-M8 is a premium blue reinforced insulated ring terminal engineered to provide secure, vibration-resistant electrical connections for demanding industrial and commercial applications. Manufactured by Cembre, this terminal is designed for 1.5–2.5 mm² copper conductors and features an M8 (8.4 mm) stud connection, making it ideal for electrical control panels, switchgear, machinery, mobile equipment and OEM automation systems.
Part of the renowned Cembre BKY reinforced terminal series, the BKY-M8 incorporates a copper reinforcing sleeve between the barrel and insulation. During crimping, this sleeve forms around the cable insulation, creating exceptional mechanical strength, improved conductor retention and superior resistance to continuous vibration and mechanical stress.
Manufactured from high-purity electrolytic copper with a corrosion-resistant tin-plated finish and durable halogen-free Polyamide PA6.6 insulation, the Cembre 2145871 delivers dependable long-term electrical performance in professional industrial installations.
The BKY reinforced terminal range has been specifically developed for installations exposed to continuous vibration, oscillation and mechanical stress. Its integrated copper reinforcing sleeve significantly improves crimp integrity while maintaining outstanding electrical conductivity throughout the service life of the installation.
Ideal for industrial machinery, electrical control panels, power distribution equipment and automation systems, the Cembre BKY-M8 provides dependable electrical connections where long-term reliability is essential.
| Series | BKY Reinforced Ring Terminals |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Part Number | 2145871 |
| Alternative SKU | BKY-M8 |
| Product type | Reinforced insulated ring terminal |
| Conductor size | 1.5–2.5 mm² |
| Stud size | M8 (8.4 mm) |
| Entry diameter | 5.2 mm |
| Ring width | 12 mm |
| Barrel to centre stud | 11 mm |
| Centre stud to ring tip | 5.8 mm |
| Overall length | 27.8 mm |
| Conductor material | Electrolytic copper (>99.9% purity) |
| Surface finish | Tin plated |
| Insulation | Halogen-free Polyamide PA6.6 |
| Operating temperature | -20°C to +105°C (110°C short-term) |
| Flammability | UL94 V2 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Packed quantity | 100 |
| HS Code | 85369010 |
| Country of Manufacture | Taiwan |
It is a reinforced insulated ring terminal designed to provide secure bolted electrical connections for 1.5–2.5 mm² copper conductors.
The BKY-M8 is suitable for copper conductors from 1.5 mm² to 2.5 mm².
The terminal is designed for M8 (8.4 mm) stud connections.
The integrated copper reinforcing sleeve improves vibration resistance, conductor retention and long-term crimp reliability in demanding industrial environments.
It is widely used in industrial control panels, switchgear, machinery, automation systems and power distribution equipment.
Cembre reinforced ring terminals are trusted by electrical contractors, machine builders and panel manufacturers worldwide for dependable electrical performance, exceptional vibration resistance and long-term durability.
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