Why Choose the Cembre 8016800 AAD16-M8 Aluminium Compression Terminal?
The Cembre 8016800, also identified as AAD16-M8, is a high-quality aluminium compression cable lug designed for terminating aluminium conductors in industrial power distribution, switchgear, control panels and utility installations. Manufactured by Cembre, it delivers a low-resistance electrical connection with excellent long-term mechanical performance.
Manufactured from aluminium with a purity of at least 99.5%, the AAD16-M8 is produced in accordance with recognised industry standards and is suitable for aluminium conductors complying with DIN EN 50182 for applications up to 10 kV. Each terminal is supplied pre-filled with CONTACTEM C3 anti-oxidation grease and sealed with a protective cap to prevent oxidation before installation.
Designed for 16 mm² aluminium conductors, the Cembre 8016800 features an M8 fixing hole, making it ideal for terminating aluminium cables onto busbars, switchgear, circuit breakers and other electrical equipment requiring reliable bolted connections.
Compatible with professional hexagonal crimping tools.
Reliable Aluminium Cable Terminations for Power Systems
Compression cable lugs provide dependable low-resistance electrical terminations while maintaining high mechanical strength. When installed using the correct Cembre crimping tools and dies, they ensure reliable long-term performance in demanding industrial and utility environments.
The AAD16-M8 terminal is widely used where aluminium conductors require secure bolted connections to switchgear, distribution equipment and industrial electrical assemblies.
Typical Applications
Industrial switchgear.
Power distribution panels.
Control panels.
Utility electrical infrastructure.
Machine electrical installations.
Commercial electrical systems.
Technical Specifications
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Number of Fixing Holes
1
Device Type
Aluminium Lug
Conductor Size
16 mm²
Stud Size
M8
Material
Aluminium
Suitable Conductor Material
Aluminium
Series
AAD Aluminium Compression Terminals
SKU / MPN
8016800
Product type
Aluminium compression cable lug
Material
Aluminium (≥99.5% purity)
Conductor size
16 mm²
Stud size
M8
Fixing hole diameter
8.4 mm
Voltage rating
Up to 10 kV
Conductor standard
DIN EN 50182
Surface finish
Bright aluminium
Anti-oxidation grease
CONTACTEM C3
Cable stripping length
12 mm
Installation
Compression crimp
HS Code
85369010
Country of Manufacture
United Kingdom (includes NI)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cembre 8016800 used for?
The Cembre 8016800 AAD16-M8 is used for terminating 16 mm² aluminium conductors onto equipment using an M8 bolted connection.
What conductor size does this terminal support?
It is designed for 16 mm² aluminium conductors.
What fixing bolt size does it use?
The terminal features an M8 fixing hole with an approximate hole diameter of 8.4 mm.
Does it contain anti-oxidation grease?
Yes. It is supplied pre-filled with CONTACTEM C3 anti-oxidation grease to minimise oxidation after crimping.
What applications is it suitable for?
It is suitable for switchgear, control panels, industrial power distribution systems and utility electrical installations using aluminium conductors.
Trusted by Electrical Professionals Worldwide
Cembre aluminium compression terminals are trusted by electrical contractors, panel builders and utility engineers to deliver dependable aluminium conductor terminations in demanding industrial power applications.
Number of Fixing Holes
1
Device Type
Aluminium Lug
Conductor Size
16 mm²
Stud Size
M8
Material
Aluminium
Suitable Conductor Material
Aluminium
Series
AAD Aluminium Compression Terminals
SKU / MPN
8016800
Product type
Aluminium compression cable lug
Material
Aluminium (≥99.5% purity)
Conductor size
16 mm²
Stud size
M8
Fixing hole diameter
8.4 mm
Voltage rating
Up to 10 kV
Conductor standard
DIN EN 50182
Surface finish
Bright aluminium
Anti-oxidation grease
CONTACTEM C3
Cable stripping length
12 mm
Installation
Compression crimp
HS Code
85369010
Country of Manufacture
United Kingdom (includes NI)
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