Cembre 2048630 VP-U3 halogen-free pre-insulated fork terminal for 0.2-0.5 mm² stranded copper conductors with M3 fork connection.
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The Cembre 2048630 VP-U3 is a premium halogen-free pre-insulated fork terminal engineered to provide safe, secure and reliable electrical terminations for stranded copper conductors. Manufactured by Cembre, this professional-grade connector is ideal for industrial control panels, OEM machinery, instrumentation, automation equipment and electrical installations requiring dependable low-current connections.
Manufactured from 99.95% electrolytic copper with a corrosion-resistant tin-plated finish, the VP-U3 features a green halogen-free polycarbonate insulation sleeve and an M3 fork connection. The funnel-shaped insulation entry ensures rapid conductor insertion while the internally knurled barrel improves crimp quality and conductor retention for long-lasting electrical and mechanical performance.
Designed for 0.2–0.5 mm² stranded copper conductors, the Cembre 2048630 provides excellent conductivity, vibration resistance and reliable service life in demanding industrial and commercial environments.
The Cembre VP-U3 fork terminal delivers excellent electrical conductivity and dependable mechanical performance. Its premium electrolytic copper construction, corrosion-resistant tin plating and durable halogen-free insulation provide reliable service in demanding industrial environments.
The fork design enables rapid installation and maintenance by allowing removal without completely removing the fixing screw, making it ideal for control panels, instrumentation, machinery and automation systems.
| Part number | 2048630 |
|---|---|
| Alternative SKU | VP-U3 |
| Product type | Pre-insulated fork terminal |
| Connection type | Fork terminal |
| Cable size | 0.2–0.5 mm² |
| Stud size | M3 |
| Stud opening | 3.2 mm |
| Palm width | 5.5 mm |
| Internal barrel diameter | 3.0 mm |
| Overall length | 18.7 mm |
| Terminal material | 99.95% electrolytic copper |
| Surface finish | Tin plated |
| Insulation | Halogen-free polycarbonate (Green) |
| Operating temperature | -20°C to +115°C (130°C short-term) |
| Flammability | UL94 V0 |
| Standards | UL 486A-486B |
| Pack quantity | 100 pieces |
| HS Code | 85369010 |
| Country of Manufacture | Italy |
It is a pre-insulated fork terminal designed to provide secure electrical terminations for 0.2–0.5 mm² stranded copper conductors.
The VP-U3 is suitable for 0.2–0.5 mm² stranded copper conductors.
This terminal is designed for M3 fixing studs.
The terminal is manufactured from tin-plated electrolytic copper with halogen-free polycarbonate insulation.
It is commonly installed in industrial control panels, instrumentation systems, automation equipment, machinery and electrical cabinets.
Cembre electrical connection products are trusted worldwide by panel builders, electrical contractors and industrial maintenance engineers for delivering safe, reliable and long-lasting cable terminations.
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