Why Choose the Cembre RD46X72 Rectangular Punching Set?
The Cembre RD46X72 Rectangular Punching Set (2685664) is a professional hydraulic rectangular punching set engineered to produce clean, accurate 46 × 72 mm rectangular cut-outs in electrical enclosures, switchgear assemblies and industrial control panels. Designed for demanding industrial applications, it delivers precise, repeatable punching with minimal material distortion while significantly reducing installation time compared with conventional drilling methods.
Manufactured by Cembre, a globally recognised specialist in electrical installation and connection technology, the RD46X72 is designed for panel builders, OEM machine manufacturers, electrical contractors and industrial maintenance engineers requiring reliable enclosure preparation and professional-quality results.
Ideal for industrial control panels, automation systems and electrical cabinet manufacture, the Cembre 2685664 RD46X72 provides a fast, efficient and professional method of producing accurate rectangular openings while maintaining the integrity and appearance of finished enclosures.
Key Advantages
Professional hydraulic rectangular punching set.
Produces precise 46 × 72 mm rectangular cut-outs.
Clean, burr-free punching with minimal material deformation.
Heavy-duty construction for demanding industrial applications.
Faster and more accurate than conventional drilling.
Ideal for panel builders, OEMs and electrical contractors.
Key Features
Cembre RD46X72 Rectangular Punching Set.
Manufacturer Part Number: 2685664.
Alternative Product Code: RD46X72.
Produces accurate 46 × 72 mm rectangular openings.
Designed for electrical panels and industrial enclosures.
Compatible with suitable hydraulic punching equipment.
Precision engineered for repeatable industrial use.
Manufactured in Italy.
Professional Panel Fabrication
Hydraulic punching systems provide an efficient method of creating clean, accurate rectangular openings in industrial electrical enclosures. Compared with drilling, punching delivers cleaner edges, improved dimensional accuracy and significantly reduces finishing work while increasing productivity.
The RD46X72 is designed for industrial control panel manufacture, switchgear assembly and OEM automation equipment where accurate rectangular cut-outs are essential for professional installation quality.
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
2685664
Alternative Product Code
RD46X72
Product type
Hydraulic rectangular punching set
Hole size
46 × 72 mm
Maximum material thickness
2 mm
Application
Electrical panels and industrial enclosures
Operation
Hydraulic punching
HS Code
82079099
Country of Manufacture
Italy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cembre 2685664 RD46X72 used for?
It is used to create precise 46 × 72 mm rectangular cut-outs in electrical enclosures and industrial control panels using compatible hydraulic punching equipment.
What size opening does it produce?
The RD46X72 produces a clean and accurate 46 × 72 mm rectangular opening.
What maximum material thickness is supported?
The punching set is designed for punching materials up to approximately 2 mm thick.
Why choose hydraulic punching instead of drilling?
Hydraulic punching creates cleaner openings, reduces burrs, improves dimensional accuracy and significantly decreases installation time compared with conventional drilling.
Where is the RD46X72 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
2685664
Alternative Product Code
RD46X72
Product type
Hydraulic rectangular punching set
Hole size
46 × 72 mm
Maximum material thickness
2 mm
Application
Electrical panels and industrial enclosures
Operation
Hydraulic punching
HS Code
82079099
Country of Manufacture
Italy
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