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8016872 Cembre AAD500-M16 ALUMINIUM TERMINAL
Cembre 8016872 AAD500-M16 aluminium compression cable lug for 500 mm² aluminium conductors with M16 fixing hole for industrial and power distribution applications.
£39.88
Why Choose the Cembre 8016872 AAD500-M16 Aluminium Compression Cable Lug?
The Cembre 8016872 AAD500-M16 is a heavy-duty aluminium compression cable lug engineered for the safe and reliable termination of aluminium conductors in industrial, utility and electrical power distribution systems. Manufactured by Cembre, this DIN-compliant terminal delivers exceptional electrical conductivity, outstanding mechanical strength and dependable long-term performance for demanding low and medium voltage installations.
Manufactured from 99.5%+ purity aluminium, the AAD500-M16 is factory-filled with a special anti-oxidation grease that prevents aluminium oxidation after crimping, ensuring optimum electrical contact throughout its service life. The barrel is sealed with a protective cap during storage and transport, while the bright aluminium finish provides excellent corrosion resistance. It is suitable for aluminium conductors in accordance with DIN EN 50182 for applications up to 10 kV.
Designed for 500 mm² aluminium conductors with an M16 fixing hole, the Cembre 8016872 is ideal for switchgear, substations, transformers, renewable energy installations and heavy-duty industrial electrical distribution systems requiring secure, long-lasting cable terminations.
Key Advantages
- Heavy-duty aluminium compression cable lug.
- Designed for 500 mm² aluminium conductors.
- M16 fixing hole for secure bolted electrical connections.
- Factory-filled anti-oxidation grease improves long-term connection reliability.
- Manufactured from 99.5%+ purity aluminium.
- Suitable for installations up to 10 kV.
Key Features
- Manufacturer: Cembre.
- Series: AAD Aluminium Terminals.
- Model: AAD500-M16.
- Part Number: 8016872.
- Compression cable lug for aluminium conductors.
- Nominal conductor size: 500 mm².
- M16 stud hole.
- Long barrel construction with protective storage cap.
Reliable Aluminium Cable Termination
Compression cable lugs provide low-resistance, mechanically secure electrical connections between aluminium conductors and electrical equipment. When installed using the recommended Cembre crimping dies and tooling, they deliver excellent conductivity, high mechanical strength and long-term reliability in demanding industrial environments.
The Cembre AAD series is trusted by utilities, OEMs, panel builders and electrical contractors for dependable aluminium conductor termination across industrial, infrastructure and renewable energy projects.
Typical Applications
- Industrial switchgear.
- Transformer and busbar connections.
- Electrical distribution panels.
- Power substations.
- Renewable energy installations.
- Utility and infrastructure projects.
Technical Specifications
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| Number of Fixing Holes | 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Type | Aluminium Lug | |
| Conductor Size | 500 mm² | |
| Stud Size | M16 | |
| Material | Aluminium | |
| Suitable Conductor Material | Aluminium | |
| Series | AAD Aluminium Terminals | |
| Part Number | 8016872 | |
| Product type | Aluminium compression cable lug | |
| Conductor material | Aluminium | |
| Conductor size | 500 mm² | |
| Stud size | M16 | |
| Maximum operating voltage | Up to 10 kV | |
| Material | ≥99.5% purity aluminium | |
| Surface finish | Bright aluminium | |
| Construction | Closed barrel with anti-oxidation grease | |
| Standard | DIN EN 50182 | |
| HS Code | 85369010 | |
| Country of Manufacture | United Kingdom (includes NI) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cembre 8016872 used for?
It is an aluminium compression cable lug designed to terminate 500 mm² aluminium conductors onto electrical equipment.
What conductor size does it support?
The terminal is designed for 500 mm² aluminium conductors.
What fixing bolt size does it use?
The lug features an M16 fixing hole for secure bolted electrical connections.
Why is anti-oxidation grease supplied inside the barrel?
The grease helps prevent aluminium oxidation after crimping, maintaining optimum electrical performance and reducing contact resistance over the service life of the connection.
Is it suitable for industrial power distribution?
Yes. It is designed for switchgear, substations, transformers, industrial installations and utility power distribution systems operating up to 10 kV.
Trusted by Electrical Professionals Worldwide
Cembre aluminium compression terminals are trusted by utilities, OEMs, panel builders and electrical contractors worldwide for delivering reliable, long-lasting aluminium conductor terminations in demanding industrial environments.
