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2543810 Cembre MT50S-C8 COPPER CONNECTOR
Cembre MT50S-C8 tin-plated electrolytic copper medium-voltage cable terminal for terminating 50 mm² copper conductors with an 8 mm stud connection.
£36.32
Why Choose the Cembre 2543810 MT50S-C8 Copper Cable Lug?
The Cembre 2543810, manufacturer part number MT50S-C8, is a high-performance tin-plated electrolytic copper medium-voltage cable terminal engineered for terminating 50 mm² copper conductors in demanding industrial and utility power applications. Manufactured from annealed electrolytic copper with a purity greater than 99.95%, it delivers exceptional electrical conductivity together with outstanding mechanical durability.
Designed with an 8 mm fixing hole, the MT50S-C8 provides a secure connection to switchgear, transformers, substations, motor control centres and other medium-voltage equipment. Its seamless tubular construction and circular crimp geometry ensure reliable, vibration-resistant terminations when installed using compatible Cembre hydraulic crimping tools.
Featuring an electrolytic tin-plated finish, the connector offers excellent resistance to oxidation and corrosion. It is suitable for installations operating up to 35 kV and temperatures between approximately -50 °C and +150 °C, making it ideal for harsh industrial environments.
Key Advantages
- Designed for 50 mm² copper conductors.
- 8 mm stud hole suitable for industrial equipment.
- Manufactured from 99.95% pure electrolytic copper.
- Tin-plated finish provides excellent corrosion resistance.
- Suitable for installations up to 35 kV.
- Vibration-resistant circular crimp design.
Key Features
- Cembre MT-C medium-voltage cable terminal.
- 50 mm² conductor capacity.
- 8 mm fixing hole (M8).
- Annealed electrolytic copper construction.
- Electrolytic tin plating (minimum 3 µm).
- Operating temperature from -50 °C to +150 °C.
- Maximum operating voltage of 35 kV.
- No inspection hole to minimise moisture ingress in outdoor installations.
Reliable Copper Cable Terminations
Medium-voltage copper cable lugs provide durable mechanical and electrical connections between conductors and equipment. When compressed using the correct hydraulic crimping tool and matching dies, they produce a permanent low-resistance termination capable of carrying high electrical currents safely.
The Cembre MT50S-C8 combines annealed electrolytic copper, circular crimp geometry and electrolytic tin plating to deliver dependable performance in switchgear, substations, industrial control systems and utility power networks.
Typical Applications
- Medium-voltage power distribution systems.
- Industrial switchgear.
- Electrical substations.
- Motor control centres.
- Transformer terminations.
- Industrial and utility infrastructure projects.
Technical Specifications
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| Material | Copper | |
|---|---|---|
| Conductor Size | 50 mm² | |
| Device Type | Copper Tube Lug | |
| Manufacturer SKU | 2543810 | |
| Part number | MT50S-C8 | |
| Series | MT-C | |
| Product type | Medium-voltage copper cable terminal | |
| Conductor size | 50 mm² | |
| Stud hole diameter (B) | 8 mm | |
| Palm width (P) | 35 mm | |
| Overall length (L) | 80 mm | |
| Palm length (A) | 41 mm | |
| Barrel diameter | 9.5 mm | |
| Cable stripping length | 46 mm | |
| Maximum operating voltage | 35 kV | |
| Operating temperature | -50 °C to +150 °C | |
| Material | Electrolytic copper (>99.95% purity) | |
| Surface treatment | Tin plated | |
| Installation method | Compression crimping | |
| ETIM classification | EC001051 – Tube cable lug for copper conductors | |
| HS Code | 85359000 | |
| Country of Manufacture | United Kingdom (includes NI) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cembre 2543810 MT50S-C8 used for?
It is used to terminate 50 mm² copper conductors onto electrical equipment fitted with an 8 mm fixing stud.
Is this cable lug suitable for medium-voltage systems?
Yes. The MT50S-C8 is designed for medium-voltage installations up to approximately 35 kV.
Why is the connector manufactured from annealed electrolytic copper?
Annealed high-purity copper provides excellent conductivity while improving compression characteristics and mechanical strength during installation.
Why does the connector not include an inspection hole?
The solid barrel design helps reduce the ingress of moisture and contaminants, making it particularly suitable for outdoor and medium-voltage applications.
How should the cable lug be installed?
Installation should be carried out using compatible Cembre hydraulic crimping tools and correctly matched crimping dies for the conductor size.
Trusted by Electrical Professionals Worldwide
Cembre medium-voltage cable terminals are trusted by utilities, panel builders, OEM manufacturers and industrial engineers for dependable conductor terminations in demanding power distribution applications.
