Why Choose the Partex PXL185-16 Copper Tube Ring Terminal?
The Partex PXL185-16 is a heavy-duty copper tube ring terminal designed for secure electrical cable termination in industrial power distribution systems, switchgear assemblies and high-capacity electrical installations. Part of the Partex PXL copper tube terminal range, this professional cable lug provides a practical solution for connecting large copper conductors to compatible bolted electrical terminals.
Designed for 185 mm² copper conductors, the PXL185-16 combines a tubular compression crimp barrel with a closed-ring connection palm featuring an M16 stud fixing. Its copper construction provides excellent electrical conductivity, while the crimp barrel enables a secure mechanical and electrical connection when compressed using an appropriately selected crimping tool and matching die.
Supplied in a convenient pack of 10 terminals, the Partex PXL185-16 is suitable for industrial electrical contractors, switchgear manufacturers, panel builders and maintenance engineers working with larger power cables. Its combination of a 185 mm² conductor size and M16 ring connection makes it particularly useful for terminating copper power cables onto compatible busbars, electrical distribution equipment and industrial power terminals.
Key Advantages
- Heavy-duty copper tube ring terminal designed for secure termination of large electrical conductors.
- Suitable for 185 mm² copper cables in compatible electrical installations.
- M16 stud connection for secure attachment to compatible bolted electrical terminals.
- Conductive copper construction supports efficient electrical current transfer.
- Tubular compression crimp barrel provides secure mechanical conductor retention when correctly installed.
- Closed-ring connection palm helps prevent accidental disengagement from the fixing stud.
- Suitable for industrial switchgear, power distribution assemblies and electrical control equipment.
- Supports reliable connections to compatible busbars and heavy-duty electrical terminals.
- Designed for installation using appropriately selected compression crimping tools and dies.
- Provides a practical termination solution for large-section copper power cables.
- Suitable for professional electrical installation, switchgear manufacturing and industrial maintenance.
- Supplied in a convenient pack of 10 terminals.
Key Features
- Partex PXL copper tube terminal range.
- PXL185-16 manufacturer part number.
- 185 mm² nominal conductor cross-section.
- M16 stud fixing for compatible bolted electrical connections.
- Copper tube construction for effective electrical conductivity.
- Closed-ring terminal design for secure stud mounting.
- Tubular conductor barrel designed for compression crimp termination.
- Suitable for compatible copper conductor constructions.
- Designed to form a permanent crimped conductor connection when correctly installed.
- Suitable for industrial electrical power distribution and switchgear applications.
- Requires an appropriately selected crimping tool and matching die for 185 mm² copper terminals.
- 10 terminals per pack.
Technical Specifications
- Manufacturer: Partex
- Product range: PXL Copper Tube Terminals
- Manufacturer part number: PXL185-16
- Product type: Copper tube ring terminal
- Terminal configuration: Closed-ring cable lug
- Nominal conductor cross-section: 185 mm²
- Stud size: M16
- Terminal material: Copper
- Conductor termination: Compression crimp
- Barrel construction: Tubular
- Conductor compatibility: Compatible copper conductors
- Connection mounting: Bolted stud connection
- Installation method: Compression crimping using a suitable tool and matching die
- Typical connection points: Busbars, switchgear terminals and electrical power equipment
- Typical applications: Industrial power distribution and electrical cable termination
- Pack quantity: 10 terminals
Reliable Compression Crimp Connections for Large Copper Power Cables
Large-section copper conductors require correctly selected termination components to establish secure electrical connections within power distribution equipment. The Partex PXL185-16 provides a tubular copper barrel designed for terminating 185 mm² copper cables, supporting a mechanically secure and electrically conductive connection when installed using the appropriate compression crimping procedure.
During installation, the conductor insulation should be stripped to the correct length without damaging the copper strands. The prepared conductor is inserted fully into the terminal barrel before an appropriately selected compression crimping tool and matching die are used to form the connection. Correct crimp positioning, conductor compatibility and tool selection are important for achieving consistent electrical contact and mechanical retention. The completed termination should be inspected in accordance with the applicable installation requirements.
The M16 ring connection enables the terminated cable to be secured to compatible threaded studs, busbar connection points and electrical equipment terminals. Its closed-ring palm provides positive mechanical retention beneath the fixing hardware, making the terminal suitable for industrial power distribution assemblies where secure bolted connections are essential. Appropriate contact surface preparation, connection hardware and manufacturer-specified tightening torque help maintain connection integrity during service.
Typical Applications
- Industrial low-voltage power distribution systems.
- Main distribution boards and electrical switchgear assemblies.
- Electrical busbar connections with compatible M16 fixing studs.
- Motor control centres and large industrial motor installations.
- Industrial power supply and electrical distribution equipment.
- Heavy-duty electrical control and power panels.
- Manufacturing plants and industrial machinery installations.
- Commercial and industrial building electrical infrastructure.
- Electrical panel manufacturing and switchgear assembly.
- Industrial maintenance, refurbishment and power cable replacement.
- Protective earthing and bonding connections where suitable for the installation design.
- OEM power equipment and industrial electrical assemblies.
