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2540270 Cembre MT50R-TD COPPER CONNECTOR
Cembre 2540270 MT50R-TD tin-plated copper compression through connector for 50 mm² round copper conductors, suitable for medium-voltage cable systems up to 35 kV.
£6.08
Why Choose the Cembre 2540270 Copper Compression Through Connector?
The Cembre 2540270 is a premium tin-plated copper compression through connector designed to provide secure, low-resistance inline joints for medium-voltage copper conductors. Manufactured by Cembre, this connector delivers excellent electrical conductivity together with outstanding mechanical strength for demanding industrial and utility applications.
The MT50R-TD forms part of the trusted Cembre MT-TD series and is manufactured from annealed electrolytic copper with a purity greater than 99.9%, finished with electro-tin plating for enhanced corrosion resistance. It is specifically designed for 50 mm² round copper conductors and provides a reliable compression splice for medium-voltage cable systems operating up to 35 kV.
Its seamless, unblocked barrel construction allows dependable joining of cables of the same type, while chamfered ends simplify conductor insertion during installation. When installed using approved Cembre compression tooling, the MT50R-TD provides excellent long-term electrical and mechanical performance.
Key Advantages
- Premium tin-plated copper compression through connector.
- Designed for 50 mm² round copper conductors.
- Suitable for medium-voltage applications up to 35 kV.
- Annealed electrolytic copper improves crimping performance.
- Chamfered barrel ends simplify conductor insertion.
- Provides secure, low-resistance permanent cable joints.
Key Features
- Manufacturer: Cembre.
- Series: MT-TD.
- Part number: 2540270.
- Equivalent model: MT50R-TD.
- Manufactured from annealed electrolytic copper.
- Electro-tin plated for enhanced corrosion resistance.
- Unblocked seamless barrel construction.
- Compression crimp installation using approved tooling.
Reliable Cable Jointing for Medium-Voltage Networks
Compression through connectors provide permanent inline joints between copper conductors while maintaining excellent electrical conductivity and mechanical strength. When correctly crimped using approved tooling, they deliver dependable long-term performance in demanding industrial and utility applications.
The Cembre MT-TD range is widely specified for medium-voltage cable jointing where reliable electrical continuity and durable mechanical performance are essential.
Typical Applications
- Medium-voltage cable joints.
- Electrical substations.
- Power distribution systems.
- Industrial cable installations.
- Utility network infrastructure.
- Electrical maintenance and repair work.
Technical Specifications
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| Conductor Size | 50 mm² | |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Copper | |
| Device Type | Butt / Through Connector | |
| Series | MT-TD | |
| Part number | 2540270 | |
| Product type | Copper compression through connector | |
| Conductor size | 50 mm² round copper conductor | |
| Voltage rating | Up to 35 kV | |
| Material | Annealed electrolytic copper (>99.9% purity) | |
| Finish | Electro-tin plated | |
| Connector type | Parallel through connector | |
| Installation method | Compression crimp | |
| Barrel design | Unblocked seamless construction | |
| HS Code | 85359000 | |
| Country of Manufacture | United Kingdom (includes NI) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cembre 2540270 used for?
It is used to create permanent inline compression joints between 50 mm² round copper conductors in medium-voltage cable systems.
What conductor size does this connector support?
The MT50R-TD is designed for 50 mm² round copper conductors.
What voltage applications is it suitable for?
The connector is designed for medium-voltage installations operating at up to 35 kV.
Why is the connector electro-tin plated?
The electro-tin plated finish improves corrosion resistance while maintaining excellent long-term electrical conductivity.
Where is this connector typically installed?
It is commonly used in substations, industrial power distribution systems, utility cable networks and medium-voltage cable jointing applications.
Trusted by Electrical Professionals Worldwide
Cembre compression connectors are trusted worldwide by utilities, industrial manufacturers and electrical contractors for delivering secure, durable and high-performance cable joints in demanding power distribution applications.
