Why Choose the Cembre RD22X46 Rectangular Punching Set?
The Cembre RD22X46 Rectangular Punching Set (2685656) is a professional hydraulic rectangular punching set designed to produce clean, accurate 22 × 46 mm rectangular cut-outs in electrical enclosures, switchgear and industrial control panels. Engineered for demanding industrial applications, it delivers fast, repeatable punching with minimal material distortion while providing a clean, professional finish.
Manufactured by Cembre, a globally recognised specialist in electrical connection and installation equipment, the RD22X46 is ideal for panel builders, OEM manufacturers, electrical contractors and industrial maintenance engineers who require reliable and precise enclosure preparation.
Designed for industrial control panel fabrication and electrical cabinet modification, the Cembre 2685656 RD22X46 provides a faster and cleaner alternative to conventional drilling methods while ensuring consistent, high-quality results.
Key Advantages
Professional hydraulic rectangular punching set.
Produces precise 22 × 46 mm rectangular cut-outs.
Clean, burr-free punching with minimal material deformation.
Heavy-duty construction for demanding industrial environments.
Faster and more accurate than conventional drilling.
Ideal for electrical contractors, OEMs and panel builders.
Key Features
Cembre RD22X46 Rectangular Punching Set.
Manufacturer Part Number: 2685656.
Alternative Product Code: RD22X46.
Produces accurate 22 × 46 mm rectangular openings.
Designed for industrial electrical enclosures.
Compatible with suitable hydraulic punching equipment.
Precision engineered for repeatable results.
Manufactured in Italy.
Professional Panel Fabrication
Hydraulic punching systems enable installers to create accurate rectangular openings with significantly less effort than drilling. The result is improved productivity, cleaner finished panels and consistent installation quality while reducing burrs and finishing work.
The RD22X46 has been developed for industrial automation systems, electrical switchgear manufacture and OEM control panel production where precision and repeatability are essential.
Typical Applications
Industrial control panels.
Electrical enclosures.
Switchgear manufacture.
Automation cabinets.
OEM machinery production.
Industrial maintenance and retrofit projects.
Technical Specifications
Manufacturer Part Number
2685656
Product type
Hydraulic rectangular punching set
Hole size
22 × 46 mm
Application
Electrical panels and industrial enclosures
Operation
Hydraulic punching
Mounting application
Switchgear and control panels
Packed quantity
1
HS Code
82079099
Country of Manufacture
Italy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cembre 2685656 RD22X46 used for?
It is used to create precise 22 × 46 mm rectangular cut-outs in electrical enclosures and industrial control panels using compatible hydraulic punching equipment.
What size opening does it produce?
The RD22X46 produces a clean and accurate 22 × 46 mm rectangular opening.
Who typically uses this punching set?
It is commonly used by electrical contractors, OEM manufacturers, panel builders and industrial maintenance engineers.
Why choose hydraulic punching instead of drilling?
Hydraulic punching creates cleaner openings with minimal burrs, improves accuracy and significantly reduces installation time compared with conventional drilling.
Where is the RD22X46 typically used?
It is widely used during the manufacture and modification of industrial control panels, switchgear and electrical cabinets.
Trusted by Electrical Professionals
Cembre hydraulic punching systems are trusted worldwide by panel builders, OEM manufacturers and industrial electricians for producing accurate, repeatable enclosure cut-outs with professional-quality results.
Manufacturer Part Number
2685656
Product type
Hydraulic rectangular punching set
Hole size
22 × 46 mm
Application
Electrical panels and industrial enclosures
Operation
Hydraulic punching
Mounting application
Switchgear and control panels
Packed quantity
1
HS Code
82079099
Country of Manufacture
Italy
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Delivery
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Standard delivery: 2–3 working days
Next-day delivery: available on in-stock items when ordered before 3pm
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