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2540870 Cembre MT500-TD COPPER CONNECTOR
Cembre MT500-TD parallel copper connector for 500 mm² conductors, manufactured from electrolytic tin-plated copper for medium-voltage applications up to 35 kV.
£51.52
Why Choose the Cembre MT500-TD Copper Connector?
The Cembre MT500-TD (Part Number: 2540870) is a premium parallel copper crimp connector engineered for dependable medium and high-voltage cable jointing applications. Manufactured from high-purity electrolytic copper with a durable tin-plated finish, it provides exceptional electrical conductivity, outstanding corrosion resistance and long-term reliability in demanding industrial environments.
Part of Cembre's proven MT-TD medium voltage connector range, the MT500-TD is specifically designed for joining identical copper conductors using professional compression crimping techniques. The annealed copper construction ensures optimum ductility during installation while the chamfered barrel ends allow quick and easy conductor insertion.
Designed for 500 mm² copper conductors, the MT500-TD is suitable for electrical systems operating up to 35 kV. Its robust construction makes it ideal for substations, switchgear, renewable energy installations and industrial power distribution networks.
Key Advantages
- Heavy-duty parallel copper connector for medium-voltage applications.
- Manufactured from 99.9%+ electrolytic copper for excellent conductivity.
- Tin-plated finish improves corrosion and oxidation resistance.
- Suitable for 500 mm² copper conductors.
- Rated for systems operating up to 35 kV.
- Annealed construction enables consistent compression crimping.
- Chamfered barrel ends simplify conductor insertion.
Key Features
- Cembre MT-TD series medium-voltage connector.
- 500 mm² conductor capacity.
- Parallel through connector design.
- Electrolytic copper construction.
- Minimum 3 µm electrolytic tin plating.
- Operating voltage up to 35 kV.
- Operating temperature from -50 °C to +150 °C.
- Designed for professional compression crimping.
Reliable Connections for Medium Voltage Networks
The Cembre MT500-TD provides secure, low-resistance electrical joints for large copper conductors used throughout industrial power systems. Its high-purity copper construction minimises electrical losses while the tin-plated finish protects against oxidation, ensuring dependable long-term performance.
Widely used throughout substations, renewable energy installations, industrial control systems and utility infrastructure, the MT-TD series delivers safe, compliant and reliable cable jointing for demanding electrical applications.
Typical Applications
- Medium-voltage power distribution.
- Electrical substations.
- Industrial switchgear assemblies.
- Renewable energy installations.
- Heavy industrial electrical systems.
- Utility infrastructure projects.
Technical Specifications
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| Suitable Conductor Material | Copper | |
|---|---|---|
| Conductor Size | 500 mm² | |
| Material | Copper | |
| Device Type | Butt / Through Connector | |
| Series | MT-TD | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 2540870 | |
| Product type | Parallel copper connector | |
| Conductor material | Electrolytic copper (>99.9% purity) | |
| Surface finish | Electrolytic tin plating | |
| Cable size | 500 mm² | |
| Operating voltage | Up to 35 kV | |
| Operating temperature | -50 °C to +150 °C | |
| Overall length | 118 mm | |
| Internal diameter | 30.3 mm | |
| Cable stripping length | 64.9 mm | |
| Connector type | Parallel through connector | |
| HS Code | 85359000 | |
| Country of Manufacture | United Kingdom (includes NI) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cembre MT500-TD used for?
It is a parallel copper connector designed for joining identical 500 mm² copper conductors in medium-voltage electrical installations.
What cable size does this connector support?
The MT500-TD is designed for 500 mm² copper conductors.
What material is the connector manufactured from?
It is manufactured from annealed electrolytic copper with an electrolytic tin-plated finish for maximum conductivity and corrosion resistance.
What voltage is it suitable for?
The connector is suitable for applications operating at voltages up to 35 kV.
Where is the MT500-TD typically installed?
It is commonly installed in substations, switchgear, industrial power distribution systems, renewable energy installations and other medium-voltage electrical networks.
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Cembre medium-voltage connectors are trusted by utilities, industrial contractors and panel builders for delivering safe, durable and low-resistance electrical connections in demanding power distribution applications.
