Why Choose the Cembre 8016848 AAD185-M16 Aluminium Compression Cable Lug?
The Cembre 8016848 AAD185-M16 is a premium aluminium compression cable lug engineered for secure termination of aluminium conductors in industrial and utility power distribution systems. Manufactured by Cembre, this DIN-compliant terminal provides dependable electrical performance, excellent conductivity and long-term reliability for demanding low and medium voltage installations.
Manufactured from 99.5%+ purity aluminium, the terminal is supplied with a special contact grease inside the barrel to minimise aluminium oxidation after crimping, ensuring optimum electrical contact throughout its service life. The barrel is sealed with a protective cap for storage and transport, while the bright finish offers excellent corrosion resistance.
Designed for 185 mm² aluminium conductors with an M16 fixing hole, the AAD185-M16 is ideal for switchgear, substations, industrial control panels, renewable energy installations and electrical distribution equipment operating at voltages up to 10 kV.
Key Advantages
- High-performance aluminium compression cable lug.
- Designed for 185 mm² aluminium conductors.
- M16 fixing hole for secure bolted electrical connections.
- Filled with contact grease to reduce aluminium oxidation after crimping.
- Manufactured from 99.5%+ purity aluminium.
- Suitable for installations up to 10 kV.
Key Features
- Manufacturer: Cembre.
- Model: AAD185-M16.
- Part Number: 8016848.
- Compression cable lug for aluminium conductors.
- Nominal conductor size: 185 mm².
- M16 stud hole.
- Single-hole palm with long barrel construction.
- Manufactured in accordance with DIN EN 50182 requirements.
Reliable Aluminium Cable Termination
Compression cable lugs create safe, low-resistance electrical connections between aluminium conductors and electrical equipment. Using the correct crimping dies and tooling ensures maximum mechanical strength, excellent conductivity and long service life in demanding industrial and utility environments.
Cembre's AAD series is widely specified by electrical contractors, OEMs, utilities and panel builders for dependable cable termination where long-term reliability and compliance with recognised standards are essential.
Typical Applications
- Industrial switchgear.
- Power distribution panels.
- Electrical substations.
- Renewable energy systems.
- Utility infrastructure.
- Heavy-duty industrial electrical installations.
