Why Choose the Cembre 8016872 AAD500-M16 Aluminium Compression Cable Lug?
The Cembre 8016872 AAD500-M16 is a heavy-duty aluminium compression cable lug engineered for the safe and reliable termination of aluminium conductors in industrial, utility and electrical power distribution systems. Manufactured by Cembre, this DIN-compliant terminal delivers exceptional electrical conductivity, outstanding mechanical strength and dependable long-term performance for demanding low and medium voltage installations.
Manufactured from 99.5%+ purity aluminium, the AAD500-M16 is factory-filled with a special anti-oxidation grease that prevents aluminium oxidation after crimping, ensuring optimum electrical contact throughout its service life. The barrel is sealed with a protective cap during storage and transport, while the bright aluminium finish provides excellent corrosion resistance. It is suitable for aluminium conductors in accordance with DIN EN 50182 for applications up to 10 kV.
Designed for 500 mm² aluminium conductors with an M16 fixing hole, the Cembre 8016872 is ideal for switchgear, substations, transformers, renewable energy installations and heavy-duty industrial electrical distribution systems requiring secure, long-lasting cable terminations.
Key Advantages
- Heavy-duty aluminium compression cable lug.
- Designed for 500 mm² aluminium conductors.
- M16 fixing hole for secure bolted electrical connections.
- Factory-filled anti-oxidation grease improves long-term connection reliability.
- Manufactured from 99.5%+ purity aluminium.
- Suitable for installations up to 10 kV.
Key Features
- Manufacturer: Cembre.
- Series: AAD Aluminium Terminals.
- Model: AAD500-M16.
- Part Number: 8016872.
- Compression cable lug for aluminium conductors.
- Nominal conductor size: 500 mm².
- M16 stud hole.
- Long barrel construction with protective storage cap.
Reliable Aluminium Cable Termination
Compression cable lugs provide low-resistance, mechanically secure electrical connections between aluminium conductors and electrical equipment. When installed using the recommended Cembre crimping dies and tooling, they deliver excellent conductivity, high mechanical strength and long-term reliability in demanding industrial environments.
The Cembre AAD series is trusted by utilities, OEMs, panel builders and electrical contractors for dependable aluminium conductor termination across industrial, infrastructure and renewable energy projects.
Typical Applications
- Industrial switchgear.
- Transformer and busbar connections.
- Electrical distribution panels.
- Power substations.
- Renewable energy installations.
- Utility and infrastructure projects.
