Why Choose the Partex COL35-8/RA Right-Angle Copper Tube Terminal?
The Partex COL35-8/RA is a professional 35 mm² right-angle copper tube ring terminal designed for terminating electrical conductors onto equipment fitted with an M8 stud or bolt connection. Featuring a tubular copper conductor barrel and angled ring fixing, this terminal provides a practical solution for creating secure, mechanically fastened electrical connections where equipment layout or cable routing requires a right-angle termination.
Designed for appropriately sized 35 mm² electrical conductors, the Partex COL35-8/RA combines a crimp-style cable connection with an M8 ring fixing. Its angled configuration allows the conductor to approach the connection point from a different direction than a conventional straight ring terminal, making it particularly useful in compatible electrical control panels, power distribution assemblies, industrial machinery and equipment enclosures.
Manufactured from copper, the COL35-8/RA provides a conductive termination component for professional electrical installations. The closed ring fixing is designed to be secured beneath suitable fastening hardware, helping retain the terminal when correctly crimped and installed. Its right-angle construction can assist with cable positioning in installations where the physical arrangement of the connection point is an important consideration.
Supplied in a convenient pack of 50 terminals, the Partex COL35-8/RA is suitable for electrical contractors, control panel manufacturers, OEM machinery builders and industrial maintenance departments requiring consistent cable termination components. The pack quantity provides a practical supply for electrical assembly, machinery wiring, equipment refurbishment and ongoing maintenance work.
Key Advantages
- Right-angle terminal configuration supports cable routing where a straight termination may be less convenient.
- 35 mm² conductor compatibility for appropriately sized electrical cable terminations.
- M8 ring connection designed for compatible stud and bolt fastening points.
- Copper tube construction provides a conductive component for professional electrical connections.
- Angled design helps accommodate equipment layouts requiring an alternative cable approach.
- Closed ring fixing supports secure mechanical retention when correctly installed.
- Suitable for professional electrical control panel and machinery wiring applications.
- Useful for power distribution assemblies with compatible conductor and fastening arrangements.
- Supports consistent cable termination practices across multiple electrical assemblies.
- Designed for use with suitable crimping equipment and compatible tooling.
- Practical for electrical installation, maintenance, repair and refurbishment projects.
- Pack of 50 provides a convenient quantity for panel builders, electrical contractors and maintenance teams.
Key Features
- Partex COL series copper tube terminal.
- Manufacturer part number: COL35-8/RA.
- Terminal type: Right-angle copper tube ring terminal.
- Nominal conductor cross-section: 35 mm².
- Compatible stud size: M8.
- Terminal material: Copper.
- Tube-style conductor barrel for crimp termination.
- Angled ring fixing for compatible stud or bolt connections.
- Designed for cable-end termination using appropriate crimping methods.
- Useful for installations requiring an angled conductor connection arrangement.
- Suitable for compatible electrical equipment and industrial machinery connection points.
- 50 right-angle copper tube terminals per pack.
Right-Angle Copper Tube Terminals for Industrial Electrical Connections
Electrical cable terminations must be selected to suit both the conductor dimensions and the physical arrangement of the equipment connection. In some installations, a conventional straight ring terminal may require an inconvenient cable approach or additional space for routing the conductor. The Partex COL35-8/RA right-angle copper tube terminal provides an alternative configuration for applications where an angled connection is appropriate.
The terminal combines a 35 mm² conductor connection with an M8 ring fixing. Its right-angle arrangement allows the conductor to approach the fastening point from a different direction than a straight terminal. This can be useful in electrical enclosures, industrial machinery and distribution assemblies where cable entry positions, equipment geometry and surrounding components influence the connection layout.
Correct cable routing is especially important when terminating larger conductors. A 35 mm² cable may require careful consideration of its bending radius, flexibility and mechanical support. The terminal should be positioned so that the conductor is not subjected to excessive bending, pulling or twisting at the crimped connection. Appropriate cable support and strain relief should be provided where required by the installation.
The 35 mm² conductor size and M8 stud connection must be assessed together. Neither dimension independently establishes the permissible current rating or suitability of the completed connection. The equipment terminal rating, contact arrangement, fastening hardware, conductor construction and installation conditions must all be checked against the relevant manufacturer's technical information.
Crimping and Installation Considerations
Correct crimping is essential to the electrical and mechanical performance of a copper tube terminal. The conductor should be prepared to the stripping length specified by the manufacturer and inserted correctly into the terminal barrel. Crimping must be carried out using suitable tooling and dies selected for the terminal and conductor construction.
After crimping, the completed termination should be inspected for correct conductor insertion, crimp positioning, mechanical security and visible damage. Any required insulation or protective sleeving should be fitted according to the electrical installation design.
When securing the ring fixing to an M8 stud or bolt, the terminal should sit correctly against the intended contact surface. The fastening arrangement and tightening torque should follow the equipment manufacturer's instructions. The connection should not be forced into position or used to support unsupported cable weight.
For industrial machinery and electrical distribution applications, consideration should also be given to vibration, cable movement, electrical clearances, thermal conditions and access for future maintenance. The right-angle terminal should be selected where its configuration supports an appropriate cable route and a mechanically suitable connection.
Typical Applications
- Industrial electrical control panels requiring angled cable terminations.
- Power distribution assemblies with compatible M8 connection points.
- Motor control centres and associated electrical equipment.
- Industrial machinery electrical installations.
- Electrical equipment with directional or restricted cable entry arrangements.
- Power supply and electrical conversion equipment connections.
- OEM machinery and electrical equipment manufacturing.
- Building services electrical distribution and control equipment.
- Industrial automation and machinery wiring.
- Electrical equipment refurbishment and wiring modifications.
- Workshop cable assembly and electrical harness manufacturing.
- General electrical cable termination where a compatible right-angle ring connection is required.
