Cembre 2590342 HNKE50 Crimpstar mechanical ratchet crimping tool for wire end ferrules in 25 mm², 35 mm² and 50 mm² conductor sizes.
£143.10
The Cembre 2590342 HNKE50 is a professional mechanical ratchet crimping tool specifically designed for the installation of wire end ferrules (cord end sleeves). As part of the renowned Cembre Crimpstar® series, it delivers precise, repeatable crimps for electricians, panel builders, OEM manufacturers and industrial maintenance engineers working with large conductor sizes.
Featuring a factory-set ratchet mechanism, the HNKE50 ensures every crimping cycle is fully completed before the handles automatically release. Its treated steel crimp jaws, emergency release lever and ergonomic non-slip handles provide consistent crimp quality while reducing operator effort during repetitive use.
Designed for 25 mm², 35 mm² and 50 mm² wire end ferrules, the Cembre HNKE50 is ideal for electrical control panels, switchgear, industrial automation, machinery manufacture and power distribution applications where dependable ferrule terminations are essential.
Professional ratchet crimping tools ensure consistent compression of large wire end ferrules, creating secure mechanical retention and reliable electrical conductivity. The controlled ratchet mechanism prevents incomplete crimps while improving installation quality and long-term performance.
The Cembre HNKE50 is widely used by electricians, industrial maintenance engineers and panel builders for terminating large ferrules in control panels, switchgear, machinery and industrial power distribution equipment.
| Series | Crimpstar® |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 2590342 |
| Product type | Mechanical ratchet crimping tool |
| Application | Wire end ferrules (cord end sleeves) |
| Crimping capacity | 25 mm², 35 mm², 50 mm² |
| Crimp profile | Trapezium |
| Operation | Manual ratchet |
| Ratchet control | Factory preset |
| Emergency release | Yes |
| Overall length | Approx. 235 mm |
| Width | Approx. 73 mm |
| Height | Approx. 19 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 590 g |
| HS Code | 82032000 |
| Country of Manufacture | Italy |
The HNKE50 is designed for crimping wire end ferrules (cord end sleeves) in 25 mm², 35 mm² and 50 mm² conductor sizes.
It is suitable for 25 mm², 35 mm² and 50 mm² insulated wire end ferrules.
Yes. The factory-set ratchet ensures every crimp is fully completed before the handles automatically release.
Yes. An integrated emergency release lever allows the jaws to be opened before completing the crimping cycle if required.
The HNKE50 is widely used by electricians, panel builders, industrial maintenance engineers and OEM manufacturers for professional ferrule termination.
Cembre Crimpstar® ratchet crimping tools are trusted worldwide for delivering accurate, repeatable and reliable ferrule terminations across industrial electrical, automation and power distribution applications.
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