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COL6-8 Partex copper tube ring terminal, 6mm², M8 stud, pack 100
Partex COL6-8 copper tube ring terminals for 6 mm² electrical conductors and M8 stud connections, supplied in a pack of 100 for professional cable termination in control panels, power distribution equipment and industrial machinery.
£14.89
Why Choose the Partex COL6-8 Copper Tube Ring Terminal?
The Partex COL6-8 is a professional 6 mm² copper tube ring terminal designed for terminating electrical conductors onto equipment fitted with an M8 stud or bolt connection. Featuring a copper tube barrel and ring-shaped fixing end, this terminal provides a practical solution for creating secure, mechanically fastened electrical connections in industrial control panels, power distribution equipment, electrical machinery and other professional electrical installations.
Designed for use with appropriately sized 6 mm² conductors, the Partex COL6-8 combines a crimp-style conductor connection with an M8 ring fixing. The closed ring design allows the terminal to be retained beneath suitable fastening hardware, providing a dependable connection arrangement when correctly crimped and installed. Its copper construction makes it suitable for electrical applications requiring an appropriately selected conductive cable termination component.
Supplied in a convenient pack of 100 terminals, the Partex COL6-8 is particularly useful for electrical contractors, control panel manufacturers, OEM machinery builders and industrial maintenance departments carrying out repeated cable termination work. The pack quantity supports efficient component stocking and consistent installation practices across electrical assembly, equipment manufacturing and maintenance projects.
Key Advantages
- 6 mm² conductor compatibility for appropriately sized electrical cable terminations.
- M8 ring connection designed for compatible stud and bolt fastening points.
- Copper tube construction provides a conductive termination component for electrical installations.
- Closed ring design supports secure mechanical fastening when correctly installed.
- Suitable for professional electrical panel wiring and equipment assembly.
- Useful for power distribution, industrial machinery and electrical control applications.
- Supports consistent cable termination practices across multiple electrical assemblies.
- Practical for connections to suitable equipment terminal studs and bolted connection points.
- Designed for use with appropriate crimping equipment and compatible tooling.
- Suitable for electrical installation, maintenance, repair and refurbishment work.
- Convenient packaging supports repeated cable assembly and termination operations.
- Pack of 100 provides a practical quantity for panel builders, contractors and maintenance teams.
Key Features
- Partex COL series copper tube ring terminal.
- Manufacturer part number: COL6-8.
- Nominal conductor cross-section: 6 mm².
- Compatible stud size: M8.
- Terminal material: Copper.
- Tube-style conductor barrel for crimp termination.
- Ring-shaped fixing end for compatible stud or bolt connections.
- Designed for cable-end termination using suitable crimping methods.
- Suitable for compatible electrical equipment connection points.
- Practical for industrial control panels, distribution equipment and machinery wiring.
- Supplied as individual terminals for electrical installation and cable assembly work.
- 100 copper tube ring terminals per pack.
Copper Tube Ring Terminals for Secure Electrical Cable Connections
Copper tube ring terminals are commonly used in electrical installations where conductors must be connected to equipment through mechanically fastened electrical connections. The Partex COL6-8 combines a 6 mm² conductor termination with an M8 ring fixing, making it a practical component for compatible electrical control panels, distribution assemblies and industrial machinery. Correctly selected and installed ring terminals help create consistent connections between electrical cables and equipment connection points.
In industrial automation and power distribution applications, conductors may need to be connected to terminal studs, electrical equipment posts or other bolted connection points. The ring-shaped fixing end provides a closed aperture through which the fastening stud or bolt passes. Unlike an open-ended fork terminal, the ring connection cannot be lifted away from an intact fastening point without first removing the retaining hardware. This makes ring terminals particularly useful where a securely retained cable connection is required.
Correct crimping is essential to the performance of a copper tube ring terminal. The conductor should be prepared to the appropriate stripping length and inserted fully into the terminal barrel before crimping with a suitable tool and die combination. The finished termination should be inspected for correct conductor insertion, crimp quality and mechanical security. Where required by the installation, suitable insulation or protective sleeving should also be fitted.
The completed ring connection should be positioned on a compatible M8 stud or bolt and secured using the equipment manufacturer's specified fastening hardware and tightening torque. Terminal selection must account for conductor construction, electrical loading, equipment requirements and operating conditions. The pack of 100 makes the Partex COL6-8 particularly convenient for electrical panel manufacturing, maintenance workshops and repetitive cable assembly operations.
Typical Applications
- Industrial electrical control panel wiring.
- Electrical distribution boards and power distribution assemblies.
- Motor control centres and associated equipment connections.
- Industrial machinery electrical installations.
- Electrical equipment fitted with compatible M8 terminal studs.
- Power supply and electrical conversion equipment connections.
- OEM machinery and electrical equipment manufacturing.
- Building services electrical control installations.
- Industrial automation and control system wiring.
- Electrical maintenance and equipment refurbishment projects.
- Workshop cable assembly and wiring harness manufacturing.
- General electrical cable termination onto compatible bolted connections.
Technical Specifications
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| Material | Copper | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Type | Copper Tube Lug | |
| Conductor Size | 6 mm² | |
| Stud Size | M8 | |
| Manufacturer | Partex | |
| Product series | COL | |
| Manufacturer part number | COL6-8 | |
| Product type | Copper tube ring terminal | |
| Terminal configuration | Ring lug | |
| Conductor connection | Crimp termination | |
| Nominal conductor size | 6 mm² | |
| Compatible stud size | M8 | |
| Terminal material | Copper | |
| Connection method | Crimped conductor connection with bolted or stud-mounted ring fixing | |
| Typical application | Electrical cable termination | |
| Typical equipment | Electrical control panels, power distribution equipment and industrial machinery | |
| Packaging type | Pack | |
| Pack quantity | 100 terminals | |
| Unit of supply | 1 pack of 100 terminals | |
| HS Code | 74031900 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Partex COL6-8 used for?
The Partex COL6-8 is a copper tube ring terminal used to terminate a 6 mm² electrical conductor onto a compatible M8 stud or bolt connection. Typical applications include electrical control panels, power distribution equipment and industrial machinery wiring.
What cable size is the Partex COL6-8 designed for?
The COL6-8 is designed for a nominal conductor cross-section of 6 mm². The conductor construction and compatibility should be checked against the terminal manufacturer's installation guidance before crimping.
What stud size does the COL6-8 ring terminal fit?
The Partex COL6-8 features an M8 ring connection, making it suitable for compatible M8 studs and bolts. The complete connection arrangement should be checked for mechanical and electrical suitability.
What material is the Partex COL6-8 made from?
The COL6-8 is a copper tube ring terminal. Copper is commonly used in electrical termination components because of its electrical conductivity.
How many Partex COL6-8 terminals are supplied in one pack?
Each pack contains 100 Partex COL6-8 copper tube ring terminals, providing a practical quantity for electrical panel manufacturing, cable assembly and ongoing maintenance work.
What is the difference between Partex COL6-8 and COL6-6?
Both products are Partex copper tube ring terminals designed for 6 mm² conductors and supplied in packs of 100. The COL6-8 has an M8 ring fixing, while the COL6-6 has an M6 ring fixing. The correct terminal should be selected according to the equipment's stud or bolt size.
How should the Partex COL6-8 ring terminal be installed?
The conductor should be prepared and inserted into the terminal barrel before crimping with tooling and dies suitable for the terminal and cable. The completed ring connection should then be secured to a compatible M8 fastening point using the equipment manufacturer's specified hardware and tightening torque.
Can the COL6-8 be used in industrial control panels?
Yes. The Partex COL6-8 is suitable for industrial control panel applications where a 6 mm² conductor requires termination onto a compatible M8 stud connection. The installation must meet the relevant electrical, mechanical and equipment requirements.
Professional Copper Cable Termination for Electrical Installations
Partex copper tube ring terminals provide a practical solution for professional electrical cable termination. The COL6-8 combines a 6 mm² conductor connection with an M8 ring fixing, supplied in a pack of 100 for efficient electrical panel manufacturing, machinery wiring, cable assembly and ongoing maintenance applications.
