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2145909 Cembre BKY-U5 FORK TERMINAL
Cembre 2145909 BKY-U5 blue reinforced insulated fork terminal for 1.5–2.5 mm² copper conductors with M5 fork connection for industrial electrical installations.
£0.1844
Why Choose the Cembre 2145909 BKY-U5 Reinforced Fork Terminal?
The Cembre 2145909 BKY-U5 is a premium blue reinforced insulated fork terminal engineered to provide secure, vibration-resistant electrical connections for demanding industrial and commercial applications. Manufactured by Cembre, this terminal is designed for 1.5–2.5 mm² copper conductors and features an M5 (5.3 mm) fork connection, making it ideal for electrical control panels, switchgear, machinery, OEM equipment and industrial automation systems.
Part of the renowned Cembre BKY reinforced terminal series, the BKY-U5 incorporates a copper reinforcing sleeve positioned between the barrel and insulation. During crimping, the sleeve deforms around the cable insulation, creating exceptional mechanical strength, improved conductor retention and outstanding resistance to continuous vibration and mechanical stress.
Manufactured from high-purity electrolytic copper with a corrosion-resistant tin-plated finish and durable halogen-free Polyamide PA6.6 insulation, the Cembre 2145909 delivers dependable long-term electrical performance in professional industrial installations.
Key Advantages
- Suitable for 1.5–2.5 mm² copper conductors.
- M5 (5.3 mm) fork terminal for quick installation and maintenance.
- Reinforced anti-vibration crimp construction.
- High-purity electrolytic copper with corrosion-resistant tin plating.
- Halogen-free Polyamide PA6.6 insulation.
- Designed for demanding industrial environments.
Key Features
- Cembre BKY-U5 reinforced insulated fork terminal.
- Manufacturer Part Number: 2145909.
- Alternative SKU: BKY-U5.
- Conductor range: 1.5–2.5 mm².
- Fork size: M5 (5.3 mm).
- Electrolytic copper body with tin-plated finish.
- Integrated reinforced anti-vibration collar.
- Halogen-free Polyamide PA6.6 insulation.
- Operating temperature: -20°C to +105°C (110°C short-term).
- UL94 V2 flammability rating.
Reliable Electrical Connections for Industrial Applications
The BKY reinforced fork terminal range has been specifically developed for electrical installations exposed to continuous vibration, oscillation and mechanical stress. The integrated copper reinforcing sleeve significantly improves crimp integrity while maintaining excellent electrical conductivity throughout the service life of the installation.
Ideal for industrial machinery, electrical control panels, switchgear and automation systems, the Cembre BKY-U5 provides dependable electrical connections where reliability and ease of maintenance are essential.
Typical Applications
- Industrial control panels.
- Electrical switchgear.
- OEM machinery.
- Factory automation systems.
- Power distribution equipment.
- Industrial electrical installations.
Technical Specifications
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| Connection Orientation | Straight | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Type | Fork Terminal | |
| Material | Nylon (PA 6.6) | |
| Conductor Size | 1.5–2.5 mm² | |
| Colour | Blue | |
| Insulation Type | Nylon (PA) insulated | |
| Stud Size | M5 | |
| Series | BKY Reinforced Fork Terminals | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 2145909 | |
| Alternative SKU | BKY-U5 | |
| Product type | Reinforced insulated fork terminal | |
| Conductor size | 1.5–2.5 mm² | |
| Fork size | M5 (5.3 mm) | |
| Entry diameter | 5.2 mm | |
| Fork width | Approx. 7.9 mm | |
| Overall length | Approx. 22 mm | |
| Conductor material | Electrolytic copper (>99.9% purity) | |
| Surface finish | Tin plated | |
| Insulation | Halogen-free Polyamide PA6.6 | |
| Operating temperature | -20°C to +105°C (110°C short-term) | |
| Flammability | UL94 V2 | |
| Colour | Blue | |
| Packed quantity | 100 | |
| HS Code | 85369010 | |
| Country of Manufacture | Taiwan |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cembre 2145909 used for?
It is a reinforced insulated fork terminal designed to provide secure electrical connections for 1.5–2.5 mm² copper conductors.
What cable sizes does it support?
The BKY-U5 is suitable for copper conductors from 1.5 mm² to 2.5 mm².
What fork size does it fit?
The terminal is designed for M5 (5.3 mm) screw connections.
Why is the reinforced design beneficial?
The integrated copper reinforcing sleeve improves vibration resistance, conductor retention and long-term crimp reliability in demanding industrial environments.
Where is this fork terminal commonly installed?
It is widely used in industrial control panels, switchgear, machinery, automation systems and electrical distribution equipment.
Trusted by Electrical Professionals Worldwide
Cembre reinforced fork terminals are trusted by electrical contractors, panel builders and OEM manufacturers for dependable electrical performance, outstanding vibration resistance and long-term durability.
