Cembre HF1 mechanical ratchet crimping tool for non-insulated brass open-neck terminals from 0.5 to 4 mm² with factory-set ratchet mechanism and emergency release.
£198.90
The Cembre HF1 (2590900) is a compact and highly reliable manual ratchet crimping tool designed for the professional crimping of non-insulated brass open-neck terminals from 0.5 to 4 mm². Part of the trusted Cembre Crimpstar® series, this mechanical hand tool delivers consistent, repeatable crimps for electrical installations, panel building and industrial maintenance applications.
Featuring factory-set ratchet control, the HF1 ensures every crimp is completed with the correct compression force before the handles release automatically. Its treated steel crimping jaws, ergonomic handles and emergency release mechanism provide dependable performance while reducing operator fatigue during repetitive crimping tasks.
Designed for electricians, OEM machine builders and maintenance engineers, the Cembre HF1 offers reliable operation, long service life and professional-quality crimping for low-voltage electrical installations and control panel assembly.
Mechanical ratchet crimping tools provide precise compression for electrical terminals, helping create secure, low-resistance electrical connections while improving long-term reliability. The factory-set ratchet mechanism ensures every crimp is completed correctly before releasing, reducing the risk of inconsistent terminations.
The Cembre HF1 is widely used by electricians, control panel builders and industrial maintenance engineers where dependable, repeatable crimping performance is essential for professional electrical installations.
| Series | Crimpstar® |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 2590900 |
| Product type | Mechanical ratchet crimping tool |
| Operation | Manual |
| Application | Non-insulated brass open-neck terminals |
| Conductor size | 0.5–4 mm² |
| AWG range | 20–12 AWG |
| Crimp profile | Indent |
| Ratchet mechanism | Factory-set with automatic release |
| Emergency release | Yes |
| Overall length | Approx. 235 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 0.51 kg |
| HS Code | 82032000 |
| Country of Manufacture | Italy |
The HF1 is designed for crimping non-insulated brass open-neck terminals on conductors ranging from 0.5 to 4 mm².
Yes. It features a factory-set ratchet mechanism that ensures every crimp is completed before the handles automatically release.
Yes. An emergency release lever allows the jaws to be opened before the crimping cycle is completed if necessary.
The HF1 is commonly used by electricians, industrial maintenance engineers, OEM machine builders and panel builders.
The tool is suitable for crimping terminals on conductors from 0.5 mm² to 4 mm² (approximately 20–12 AWG).
Cembre Crimpstar® tools are trusted by electricians, panel builders and industrial engineers for delivering accurate, repeatable crimps and dependable long-term performance in demanding electrical applications.
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