The Cembre 2180670, also identified as the Cembre A3-L12, is a premium 90° copper tube compression cable lug designed for terminating stranded and flexible copper conductors. Its right-angle palm allows cables to enter from the side, making it ideal for compact switchboards, control panels and industrial equipment where space is restricted. The A3-L12 is designed for 16 mm² copper conductors with an M12 fixing hole.
Manufactured from greater than 99.9% pure electrolytic copper tube, the terminal is annealed and electrolytically tinned to provide excellent conductivity, simplified crimping and outstanding resistance to corrosion and mechanical stress. The barrel features both a chamfer and an inspection hole to aid conductor insertion and help ensure consistent, high-quality crimps.
Designed for demanding industrial applications, the Cembre A3-L12 delivers dependable electrical performance and long service life in power distribution systems, machine building, OEM equipment, motor control centres and electrical control cabinets.
Key Advantages
90° bent palm simplifies cable routing in confined enclosures.
Suitable for 16 mm² copper conductors.
M12 fixing hole for heavy-duty bolted connections.
Manufactured from annealed electrolytic copper for excellent conductivity.
Inspection hole assists correct conductor positioning before crimping.
Key Features
Cembre A-L Series 90° compression cable lug.
Manufacturer Part Number: 2180670.
Alternative SKU: A3-L12.
Nominal conductor size: 16 mm².
M12 ring terminal.
Electrolytic copper tube construction.
Electrolytically tinned finish.
Chamfered barrel with inspection hole.
Reliable Copper Cable Termination for Industrial Installations
Compression cable lugs create permanent electrical and mechanical connections when installed with the correct crimping dies and professional tooling. Their seamless copper construction delivers low electrical resistance together with excellent resistance to vibration and conductor pull-out.
The Cembre A3-L12 right-angle configuration allows conductors to approach terminals from the side, improving cable management and reducing bending stress inside electrical cabinets, switchgear assemblies and industrial automation systems.
Typical Applications
Industrial control panels.
Electrical switchgear.
Motor control centres.
Machine building and OEM equipment.
Power distribution systems.
Commercial and industrial electrical installations.
Technical Specifications
Series
A-L Series
Manufacturer Part Number
2180670
Product Type
90° copper tube compression cable lug
Terminal Style
Ring terminal
Conductor Material
Copper
Nominal Conductor Size
16 mm²
Stud Size
M12
Palm Angle
90°
Material
Annealed electrolytic copper
Surface Finish
Electrolytically tinned
Termination Method
Compression crimp
Inspection Hole
Yes
RoHS Compliant
Yes
HS Code
85369010
Country of Manufacture
Italy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cembre 2180670 used for?
The Cembre 2180670 is used to create a professional compression termination on 16 mm² copper conductors where a 90° cable entry and an M12 fixing point are required.
What cable size does the A3-L12 support?
The terminal is designed for 16 mm² copper conductors.
What fixing-hole size does this cable lug have?
The Cembre A3-L12 features an M12 mounting hole for secure bolted electrical connections.
Why is the terminal electro-tinned?
The electrolytically tinned finish improves corrosion resistance while maintaining excellent electrical conductivity throughout the service life of the installation.
How should the Cembre 2180670 be installed?
Install using a compatible professional crimping tool with the correct die set for the conductor size to achieve a secure, low-resistance electrical connection.
Trusted by Electrical Professionals Worldwide
Cembre compression terminals are trusted by panel builders, industrial engineers and electrical contractors for their outstanding manufacturing quality, reliable crimp performance and long-term durability in demanding industrial applications.
Series
A-L Series
Manufacturer Part Number
2180670
Product Type
90° copper tube compression cable lug
Terminal Style
Ring terminal
Conductor Material
Copper
Nominal Conductor Size
16 mm²
Stud Size
M12
Palm Angle
90°
Material
Annealed electrolytic copper
Surface Finish
Electrolytically tinned
Termination Method
Compression crimp
Inspection Hole
Yes
RoHS Compliant
Yes
HS Code
85369010
Country of Manufacture
Italy
No documents available for this product.
Delivery
We offer fast UK delivery on all stocked items. Orders placed before 3pm Monday to Friday are eligible for next-day delivery.
Standard delivery: 2–3 working days
Next-day delivery: available on in-stock items when ordered before 3pm
Express options available — contact us for details
Returns
If you need to return an item, please contact our sales team within 30 days of receipt. Items must be returned unused in their original packaging.
Our service agreements are built to support long term procurement relationships. By working closely with engineering teams and procurement departments, we help streamline purchasing processes while ensuring consistent access to critical components and sourcing support when it matters most.
Priority sourcing and supply support
Flexible payment terms for qualifying organisations
Support for engineering, maintenance, and operations
500 +
Stock lines ready to ship
1,000 +
Same day dispatches
3500 +
Customers supported
28
Trusted Manfacturers
● frequently asked questions
Common questions about our products and support
At Led Controls Ltd we help engineers source the right automation and control gear with confidence. below are quick answers to what we are asked most often.
What product ranges do you supply
We supply all leading manfacturers in our industry. we offer next day delivery on most poplour products.
Can you help specify the correct part?
Your content goes here. Edit or remove this text inline or in the module Content settings. You can also style every aspect of this content in the module Design settings and even apply custom CSS to this text in the module Advanced settings.
Do you have stock for urgent orders?
Your content goes here. Edit or remove this text inline or in the module Content settings. You can also style every aspect of this content in the module Design settings and even apply custom CSS to this text in the module Advanced settings.
What are your delivery times and costs?
Your content goes here. Edit or remove this text inline or in the module Content settings. You can also style every aspect of this content in the module Design settings and even apply custom CSS to this text in the module Advanced settings.
What about warranties, returns and faulty items?
Your content goes here. Edit or remove this text inline or in the module Content settings. You can also style every aspect of this content in the module Design settings and even apply custom CSS to this text in the module Advanced settings.
LED Controls is a specialist distributor of factory automation and industrial controls, supplying OEMs, machine builders, panel builders and end users throughout the UK and worldwide. As a trusted UK distributor for many of the world’s leading automation manufacturers, we provide industrial control products, technical expertise and bespoke automation solutions backed by outstanding customer service.
2025 has been a big year for LED Controls, and our blog has expanded accordingly. We've covered a wide range of topics across industrial control and factory automation this year. From core technology explainers and new product releases to panel building best practice...
2025 has been a big year for LED Controls, and our blog has expanded accordingly. We've covered a wide range of topics across industrial control and factory automation this year. From core technology explainers and new product releases to panel building best practice...