Cembre RHU600 hydraulic crimping press head with 600 kN crimping force for compression cable lugs and connectors on large power cables using a 700 bar hydraulic pump.
£5,045.00
The Cembre RHU600 (MPN: 2640250) is a heavy-duty 600 kN hydraulic crimping press head designed for the professional installation of large compression cable lugs, splice connectors and screen connections on high-capacity copper and aluminium conductors. Designed for use with compatible 700 bar hydraulic pumps, it delivers exceptional crimping performance for demanding industrial, utility and power distribution applications.
Manufactured by Cembre, the RHU600 features a robust U-shaped press head with a quick automatic hydraulic coupler, providing rapid connection to hydraulic pumps and straightforward die changes. Its rugged construction ensures long service life and dependable performance in harsh working environments.
With a powerful 600 kN crimping force, the RHU600 is suitable for crimping large conductors up to approximately 2156 kcmil (≈1092 mm²) using compatible die systems. It is widely used by utilities, cable jointers, switchgear manufacturers and industrial electrical contractors where secure, repeatable cable terminations are essential.
Hydraulic press heads generate the high compression forces required to produce secure, low-resistance electrical terminations on large conductors. The Cembre RHU600 provides repeatable, high-quality crimps that maximise electrical reliability while reducing installation time across demanding power applications.
Designed for compatibility with professional hydraulic pumps and interchangeable die systems, the RHU600 is widely used in substations, renewable energy installations, heavy industrial facilities and electrical infrastructure projects requiring dependable cable termination solutions.
| Manufacturer Part Number | 2640250 |
|---|---|
| Product type | Hydraulic crimping press head |
| Nominal crimping force | 600 kN |
| Maximum operating pressure | 700 bar |
| Maximum conductor capacity | Approx. 2156 kcmil (≈1092 mm²) |
| Head style | U-shaped hydraulic press head |
| Width | 204 mm |
| Height | 447 mm |
| Length | 210 mm |
| Approximate weight | 22.4 kg (head with support) |
| HS Code | 84679900 |
| Country of Manufacture | Italy |
The RHU600 is a hydraulic crimping press head designed for installing compression cable lugs, splice connectors and screen connections on large power cables.
The RHU600 develops a nominal crimping force of 600 kN.
The press head is designed for hydraulic systems operating at a maximum pressure of 700 bar.
The RHU600 is suitable for very large conductors up to approximately 2156 kcmil (≈1092 mm²), depending on the connector and die system used.
The RHU600 is commonly used by utility engineers, cable jointers, industrial electricians and switchgear manufacturers working on high-current power installations.
Cembre hydraulic crimping tools are trusted worldwide for producing secure, repeatable cable terminations across industrial, utility and power distribution applications.
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