Why Choose the Cembre RD68X68 Rectangular Punching Set?
The Cembre RD68X68 Rectangular Punching Set (2685659) is a professional hydraulic rectangular punching set designed to produce precise 68 × 68 mm square cut-outs in electrical enclosures, switchgear assemblies and industrial control panels. Engineered for demanding industrial environments, it delivers clean, burr-free openings with excellent repeatability while significantly reducing installation time compared to conventional drilling methods.
Manufactured by Cembre, a globally recognised specialist in electrical installation and connection technology, the RD68X68 is ideal for OEM machine builders, panel manufacturers, electrical contractors and maintenance engineers requiring high-quality enclosure preparation for industrial applications.
Suitable for industrial control panels, automation cabinets and electrical switchgear, the Cembre 2685659 RD68X68 provides fast, accurate rectangular punching while maintaining the integrity and appearance of finished enclosures.
Key Advantages
Professional hydraulic rectangular punching set.
Produces precise 68 × 68 mm square cut-outs.
Clean, burr-free punching with minimal material deformation.
Heavy-duty construction for industrial environments.
Faster and more accurate than conventional drilling.
Ideal for electrical contractors, OEMs and panel builders.
Key Features
Cembre RD68X68 Rectangular Punching Set.
Manufacturer Part Number: 2685659.
Alternative Product Code: RD68X68.
Produces accurate 68 × 68 mm square openings.
Designed for industrial electrical enclosures.
Compatible with suitable hydraulic punching equipment.
Precision engineered for repeatable industrial use.
Manufactured in Italy.
Professional Panel Fabrication
Hydraulic punching systems provide a fast and efficient method of creating large rectangular openings in industrial electrical enclosures. Compared with drilling or machining, punching delivers cleaner edges, greater dimensional accuracy and significantly reduces finishing work while improving installation efficiency.
The RD68X68 is designed for industrial control panel manufacture, switchgear assembly and OEM automation equipment where large, accurately positioned square cut-outs are required.
Typical Applications
Industrial control panels.
Electrical enclosures.
Switchgear manufacture.
Automation and machine control cabinets.
OEM machinery production.
Industrial maintenance and retrofit projects.
Technical Specifications
Manufacturer Part Number
2685659
Alternative Product Code
RD68X68
Product type
Hydraulic rectangular punching set
Hole size
68 × 68 mm
Application
Electrical panels and industrial enclosures
Operation
Hydraulic punching
Packed quantity
1
HS Code
82079099
Country of Manufacture
Italy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cembre 2685659 RD68X68 used for?
It is used to create precise 68 × 68 mm square cut-outs in electrical enclosures and industrial control panels using compatible hydraulic punching equipment.
What size opening does it produce?
The RD68X68 produces a clean and accurate 68 × 68 mm square opening.
Who typically uses this punching set?
It is commonly used by electrical contractors, OEM manufacturers, panel builders and industrial maintenance engineers.
Why choose hydraulic punching instead of drilling?
Hydraulic punching creates cleaner openings, improves accuracy, reduces burrs and significantly reduces installation time compared with conventional drilling methods.
Where is the RD68X68 typically used?
It is widely used during the manufacture and modification of industrial control panels, switchgear and electrical cabinets.
Trusted by Electrical Professionals
Cembre hydraulic punching systems are trusted worldwide by panel builders, OEM manufacturers and industrial electricians for producing precise, repeatable enclosure cut-outs with professional-quality results.
Manufacturer Part Number
2685659
Alternative Product Code
RD68X68
Product type
Hydraulic rectangular punching set
Hole size
68 × 68 mm
Application
Electrical panels and industrial enclosures
Operation
Hydraulic punching
Packed quantity
1
HS Code
82079099
Country of Manufacture
Italy
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Standard delivery: 2–3 working days
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