2610810 Cembre MA2-C NEST DIE

2610980 Cembre MA48-C NEST DIE

Cembre MA48-C nest crimping die for 240 mm² cable lugs and connectors, designed for compatible 130 kN hydraulic crimping systems.

SKU: 2610980Alt SKU: MA48-CMPN: 2610980
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Why Choose the Cembre MA48-C Nest Die?

The Cembre MA48-C, manufacturer part number 2610980, is a precision-engineered nest crimping die developed for producing secure, repeatable crimps on compatible tubular cable lugs and connectors. As part of the professional Cembre MA series, the MA48-C is designed for use with compatible 130 kN hydraulic crimping tools, delivering reliable cable terminations for demanding industrial and electrical applications.

Manufactured from specially hardened steel with a burnished finish, the MA48-C provides exceptional durability, wear resistance and long service life. Its precision-machined U-indent crimp profile ensures consistent compression, helping create low-resistance electrical joints with excellent mechanical strength.

Designed for 240 mm² copper conductors, the MA48-C is ideally suited to switchgear manufacturers, panel builders, utilities and electrical contractors requiring dependable cable termination solutions for power distribution and industrial automation systems.

Key Advantages

  • Professional nest crimping die for tubular cable lugs and connectors.
  • Designed for 240 mm² conductors.
  • Produces accurate and repeatable compression for dependable electrical performance.
  • Manufactured from special hardened steel for extended service life.
  • Burnished finish improves durability and corrosion resistance.
  • Suitable for compatible 130 kN Cembre hydraulic crimping systems.

Key Features

  • Cembre MA series nest die.
  • Model MA48-C.
  • 240 mm² conductor capacity.
  • U-indent crimp geometry.
  • Precision-machined hardened steel construction.
  • Burnished surface treatment.
  • Designed for professional electrical installations.
  • Supplied as an individual nest die.

Reliable Crimping for Industrial Electrical Connections

Professional crimping dies are essential for producing safe, durable electrical terminations. The MA48-C applies the correct compression profile to compatible cable lugs, helping achieve excellent electrical conductivity while providing high mechanical pull-out strength for demanding industrial applications.

When paired with the correct matching die and compatible Cembre hydraulic crimping equipment, the MA48-C delivers dependable and repeatable performance across switchgear manufacturing, industrial maintenance and power distribution installations.

Typical Applications

  • Crimping 240 mm² tubular copper cable lugs.
  • Industrial switchgear manufacturing.
  • Electrical control panel assembly.
  • Power distribution systems.
  • Utility and infrastructure installations.
  • Industrial electrical maintenance.

Technical Specifications

Series MA Crimping Dies
Manufacturer Part Number 2610980
Product type Nest crimping die
Conductor size 240 mm²
AWG equivalent 500 kcmil
Crimp geometry U-indent
Compatible tool class 130 kN hydraulic crimping systems
Application Tubular cable lugs and connectors
Material Special hardened steel
Surface treatment Burnished
Dimensions (H × W × D) Approx. 57 × 46 × 58 mm
Weight Approx. 94 g
HS Code 82079099
Country of Manufacture Italy

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Cembre MA48-C used for?

The MA48-C is a nest crimping die designed for crimping compatible tubular cable lugs and connectors onto 240 mm² conductors.

What conductor size is supported?

The MA48-C is designed for 240 mm² conductors.

Which crimping tools is the MA48-C compatible with?

The die is intended for compatible 130 kN Cembre hydraulic crimping tools. Always confirm compatibility with your specific crimping equipment before use.

What material is the die manufactured from?

The MA48-C is manufactured from special hardened steel with a burnished finish for excellent durability and long service life.

Is this supplied as a complete crimping tool?

No. The MA48-C is supplied as an individual nest die and must be used with the appropriate matching die and compatible hydraulic crimping tool.

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Cembre crimping dies are trusted by electrical contractors, utilities, panel builders and industrial engineers for delivering precise, repeatable cable terminations across demanding industrial and power distribution applications.

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