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2540790 Cembre MT315S-TD COPPER CONNECTOR
Cembre 2540790 MT315S-TD tin-plated copper compression through connector for 315 mm² sector copper conductors, suitable for medium-voltage cable systems up to 33 kV.
£30.68
Why Choose the Cembre 2540790 Copper Compression Through Connector?
The Cembre 2540790 is a premium tin-plated copper compression through connector engineered to create secure, low-resistance inline joints for medium-voltage copper conductors. Manufactured by Cembre, this connector provides exceptional electrical conductivity together with outstanding mechanical reliability for demanding industrial and utility power distribution applications.
The MT315S-TD belongs to the trusted Cembre MT-TD series and is manufactured from annealed high-purity electrolytic copper with an electro-tin plated finish for superior corrosion resistance. It is specifically designed for 315 mm² sector copper conductors and provides a permanent compression splice suitable for medium-voltage cable systems operating up to 33 kV.
Its seamless, unblocked barrel construction allows reliable joining of cables of the same type, while chamfered ends simplify conductor insertion during installation. When installed using approved Cembre compression tooling, the MT315S-TD delivers dependable long-term electrical and mechanical performance in demanding environments.
Key Advantages
- Premium tin-plated copper compression through connector.
- Designed for 315 mm² sector copper conductors.
- Suitable for medium-voltage applications up to 33 kV.
- Annealed electrolytic copper provides excellent crimping performance.
- Chamfered barrel ends simplify conductor insertion.
- Provides secure, low-resistance permanent cable joints.
Key Features
- Manufacturer: Cembre.
- Series: MT-TD.
- Part number: 2540790.
- Equivalent model: MT315S-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, vibration resistance 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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| Device Type | Butt / Through Connector | |
|---|---|---|
| Conductor Size | 315 mm² | |
| Material | Copper | |
| Series | MT-TD | |
| Part number | 2540790 | |
| Product type | Copper compression through connector | |
| Conductor size | 315 mm² sector copper conductor | |
| Voltage rating | Up to 33 kV | |
| Operating temperature | -50 °C to +150 °C | |
| 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 2540790 used for?
It is used to create permanent inline compression joints between 315 mm² sector copper conductors in medium-voltage cable systems.
What conductor size does this connector support?
The MT315S-TD is designed for 315 mm² sector copper conductors.
What voltage applications is it suitable for?
The connector is designed for medium-voltage installations operating at up to 33 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.
