Cembre 2685597 RD38.5SS 38.5 mm round punch and die set for compatible FL74 and FL75 hydraulic punching machines, designed for electrical enclosure fabrication.
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Why Choose the Cembre 2685597 RD38.5SS Round Punch & Die?
The Cembre 2685597 RD38.5SS is a professional 38.5 mm round punch and die set designed for use with compatible Cembre FL74 and FL75 hydraulic hole punching machines. Engineered for precision and durability, this punch and die combination enables electricians, panel builders and OEM manufacturers to produce clean, accurate holes in steel electrical enclosures, switchboards and industrial control panels.
Manufactured from high-quality hardened tool steel, the RD38.5SS delivers consistent punching performance while reducing burr formation and minimising finishing work. Its robust construction ensures long service life even in demanding industrial environments.
Producing a 38.5 mm diameter hole (suitable for G1 1/8" applications), this punch and die set is ideal for preparing cable gland entries, conduit openings and control panel penetrations quickly and accurately.
Key Advantages
Professional 38.5 mm round punch and die set.
Designed for compatible Cembre FL74 and FL75 punching machines.
Produces clean, accurate, burr-free holes.
Heavy-duty hardened steel construction.
Reduces installation time compared with drilling.
Ideal for electrical enclosure and switchboard manufacture.
Key Features
Cembre RD38.5SS round punch and die.
38.5 mm punch diameter.
Suitable for G1 1/8" cable gland preparation.
Compatible with FL74 and FL75 hydraulic punching machines.
Precision-machined cutting edges.
Manufactured from hardened tool steel.
Designed for professional electrical installation work.
Manufactured by Cembre.
Reliable Hole Punching for Industrial Electrical Installations
Hydraulic punch and die systems provide a fast, accurate method of producing perfectly round holes in sheet metal without distortion. Compared with drilling, they deliver cleaner results, minimise finishing work and improve productivity during electrical enclosure manufacture and installation.
The Cembre RD38.5SS is widely used by panel builders, industrial electricians and OEM manufacturers requiring dependable hole preparation for cable glands, conduit entries and electrical equipment installation.
Typical Applications
Electrical control panels.
Industrial switchgear.
Distribution boards.
Cable gland installation.
Conduit entry preparation.
OEM machinery manufacture.
Technical Specifications
Series
RD Round Punches
Manufacturer Part Number
2685597
Product type
Round punch and die set
Punch diameter
38.5 mm
Equivalent gland size
G1 1/8"
Compatible machines
Cembre FL74 and FL75
Material
Hardened tool steel
Application
Hydraulic hole punching
Packaging
1 set
HS Code
82079099
Country of Manufacture
Italy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cembre 2685597 used for?
The RD38.5SS punch and die set is used to produce clean, accurate 38.5 mm holes in electrical enclosures, switchgear and industrial control panels.
What hole size does this punch produce?
This set produces a 38.5 mm diameter hole suitable for G1 1/8" cable gland applications.
Which punching machines is it compatible with?
The RD38.5SS is designed for use with compatible Cembre FL74 and FL75 hydraulic punching machines.
What material is the punch manufactured from?
It is manufactured from hardened tool steel for long service life and reliable industrial performance.
Who typically uses this product?
Professional electricians, switchboard manufacturers, panel builders and OEM machine builders commonly use this punch and die set.
Trusted by Electrical Professionals Worldwide
Cembre hydraulic punching solutions are trusted worldwide for delivering precision hole preparation, long service life and reliable performance in demanding electrical installation and panel manufacturing applications.
Series
RD Round Punches
Manufacturer Part Number
2685597
Product type
Round punch and die set
Punch diameter
38.5 mm
Equivalent gland size
G1 1/8"
Compatible machines
Cembre FL74 and FL75
Material
Hardened tool steel
Application
Hydraulic hole punching
Packaging
1 set
HS Code
82079099
Country of Manufacture
Italy
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