2648550 Cembre ME80-520 DIE SET

2648552 Cembre ME100-520 DIE SET

Cembre ME100-520 hexagonal crimping die set for 400–500 mm² copper conductors, compatible with the RHU520 520 kN hydraulic crimping system.

SKU: 2648552Alt SKU: ME100-520MPN: 2648552
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Why Choose the Cembre ME100-520 Die Set?

The Cembre ME100-520, manufacturer part number 2648552, is a precision-engineered hexagonal crimping die set designed for professional compression of copper cable lugs and connectors. Developed for use with the Cembre RHU520 520 kN hydraulic crimping system, it provides accurate, repeatable crimping performance for demanding industrial, utility and infrastructure applications.

Manufactured from special hardened steel with a burnished finish, the ME100-520 die set delivers exceptional durability, dimensional accuracy and long service life. Its precision-machined crimping profile is designed for 400 mm² to 500 mm² copper conductors, ensuring secure mechanical retention and excellent electrical conductivity when used with approved Cembre compression connectors.

Designed for electrical contractors, utilities, switchgear manufacturers and industrial maintenance engineers, the ME100-520 forms part of Cembre's heavy-duty 520 kN tooling range, providing dependable cable terminations across power distribution, renewable energy and industrial electrical installations.

Key Advantages

  • Professional hexagonal crimping die set.
  • Designed for 400–500 mm² copper conductors.
  • Compatible with the Cembre RHU520 520 kN hydraulic crimping system.
  • Manufactured from special hardened steel.
  • Burnished finish for excellent durability and corrosion resistance.
  • Provides accurate and repeatable compression for professional cable terminations.

Key Features

  • Cembre ME100-520 die set.
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 2648552.
  • Alternative product code: ME100-520.
  • Hexagonal crimp geometry.
  • Conductor range: 400–500 mm².
  • Impression marking: A100.
  • Special hardened steel construction.
  • Compatible with RHU520 520 kN hydraulic crimping equipment.

Reliable Heavy-Duty Cable Compression

Hexagonal crimping dies apply controlled, uniform compression around compatible cable lugs and connectors, producing high mechanical pull-out strength together with low-resistance electrical connections. Precision die geometry ensures repeatable installation quality across demanding industrial environments.

When used with compatible Cembre RHU520 hydraulic crimping equipment and approved compression connectors, the ME100-520 delivers dependable crimp quality for substations, industrial facilities, renewable energy projects and power distribution networks.

Typical Applications

  • Power distribution systems.
  • Electrical substations.
  • Industrial switchgear manufacture.
  • Renewable energy installations.
  • Utility cable termination.
  • Heavy industrial electrical infrastructure.

Technical Specifications

Series ME-520
Manufacturer Part Number 2648552
Alternative Product SKU ME100-520
Product type Hexagonal crimping die set
Crimping geometry Hexagonal
Conductor size range 400–500 mm²
Impression marking A100
Material Special hardened steel
Surface treatment Burnished
Dimensions 88.7 × 63 × 60 mm
Maximum dimensions 88.7 × 76 × 60 mm
Impression width 17 mm
Compatible equipment Cembre RHU520 520 kN hydraulic crimping system
Pack quantity 1 set
HS Code 82079099
Country of Manufacture Italy

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Cembre ME100-520 used for?

The ME100-520 is a hexagonal crimping die set used to compress compatible copper cable lugs and connectors with the Cembre RHU520 hydraulic crimping system.

What conductor sizes does this die support?

The ME100-520 is designed for 400 mm² to 500 mm² copper conductors.

Which crimping system is it compatible with?

It is designed specifically for the Cembre RHU520 520 kN hydraulic crimping system.

What material is the die manufactured from?

The ME100-520 is manufactured from special hardened steel with a burnished finish for excellent durability and consistent crimping performance.

Can the ME100-520 be used with any hydraulic crimping tool?

No. It should only be used with compatible Cembre RHU520 equipment and approved matching compression connectors.

Trusted by Electrical Professionals Worldwide

Cembre crimping dies are trusted by electrical contractors, utilities and industrial engineers for producing accurate, repeatable and dependable compression terminations across demanding power distribution and industrial applications.

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