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2685670 Cembre RD138X138 PUNCHING SET
Cembre RD138X138 hydraulic square punching set for producing precise 138 × 138 mm cut-outs in electrical panels and industrial enclosures.
£1,413.00
Why Choose the Cembre RD138X138 Square Punching Set?
The Cembre RD138X138 Square Punching Set (2685670) is a heavy-duty hydraulic square punching set engineered to produce precise 138 × 138 mm square cut-outs in electrical enclosures, switchgear assemblies and industrial control panels. Designed for demanding industrial applications, it delivers clean, burr-free openings with exceptional accuracy while significantly reducing installation time compared with conventional drilling or machining.
Manufactured by Cembre, a globally recognised specialist in electrical installation and connection equipment, the RD138X138 is designed for OEM machine builders, panel manufacturers, electrical contractors and industrial maintenance engineers requiring reliable enclosure preparation and professional-quality results. Its robust construction ensures long service life and dependable performance in demanding industrial environments.
Suitable for punching steel, stainless steel, fibreglass and plastic materials when used with compatible hydraulic punching equipment, the Cembre 2685670 RD138X138 provides large, accurate square openings while maintaining the structural integrity and professional appearance of finished electrical panels.
Key Advantages
- Professional hydraulic square punching set.
- Produces precise 138 × 138 mm square cut-outs.
- Suitable for steel, stainless steel, fibreglass and plastic materials.
- Clean, burr-free punching with minimal material deformation.
- Heavy-duty construction for demanding industrial environments.
- Ideal for electrical contractors, OEMs and panel builders.
Key Features
- Cembre RD138X138 Square Punching Set.
- Manufacturer Part Number: 2685670.
- Alternative Product SKU: RD138X138.
- Produces accurate 138 × 138 mm square openings.
- Suitable for sheet materials up to approximately 1.5 mm thick.
- 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 producing large square openings in electrical enclosures without the inaccuracies associated with conventional drilling. They produce clean edges, minimise finishing work and improve installation quality while increasing productivity.
The RD138X138 is designed for industrial control panel manufacture, switchgear assembly and OEM automation equipment where large-format square cut-outs are required for professional electrical installations.
Typical Applications
- Industrial control panels.
- Electrical enclosures.
- Switchgear manufacture.
- Automation and machine control cabinets.
- OEM machinery production.
- Industrial maintenance and retrofit projects.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Punching tool / set | |
|---|---|---|
| Operation | Hydraulic | |
| Crimp Profile | Square | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 2685670 | |
| Alternative Product SKU | RD138X138 | |
| Product type | Hydraulic square punching set | |
| Hole size | 138 × 138 mm | |
| Maximum material thickness | 1.0–1.5 mm | |
| Pilot hole diameter | 28.5 mm | |
| Compatible materials | Steel, stainless steel, fibreglass and plastic | |
| Operation | Hydraulic punching | |
| HS Code | 82079099 | |
| Country of Manufacture | Italy |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cembre 2685670 RD138X138 used for?
It is used to create precise 138 × 138 mm square cut-outs in electrical enclosures and industrial control panels using compatible hydraulic punching equipment.
What size opening does it produce?
The RD138X138 produces a clean and accurate 138 × 138 mm square opening.
What materials can this punching set be used on?
It is suitable for steel, stainless steel, fibreglass and plastic materials within the recommended material thickness limits.
Why choose hydraulic punching instead of drilling?
Hydraulic punching produces cleaner openings, improves dimensional accuracy, reduces burrs and significantly decreases installation time compared with conventional drilling methods.
Where is the RD138X138 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.
