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YS53 Partex Yellow 5mm Fork Crimp (PK100)
Partex YS53 pre-insulated yellow PVC fork crimp terminal for 4.0-6.0 mm² stranded copper conductors with an M5 stud connection.
£7.91 per pack of 100
Why Choose the Partex YS53 Fork Crimp Terminal?
The Partex YS53 is a premium pre-insulated fork (spade) crimp terminal designed for terminating 4.0–6.0 mm² stranded copper conductors onto 5 mm (M5) stud terminals. Manufactured by Partex, this insulated fork terminal provides a secure, low-resistance electrical connection while allowing rapid installation and removal without completely removing the terminal screw, making it ideal for industrial control panels, switchgear and OEM machinery.
Manufactured from high-conductivity tin-plated C1100 copper with durable yellow PVC insulation, the YS53 delivers excellent conductivity, corrosion resistance and long service life. Its open fork design enables quick maintenance while maintaining dependable electrical performance in demanding industrial environments.
Designed for 4.0–6.0 mm² conductors with a 5.3 mm fork opening, the Partex YS53 is widely specified by panel builders, electrical contractors and machine manufacturers. Supplied in a convenient pack of 100, it is ideal for professional electrical installations and production environments.
Key Advantages
- Suitable for 4.0–6.0 mm² stranded copper conductors.
- M5 (5 mm) fork terminal allows rapid installation and removal.
- Tin-plated C1100 copper construction provides excellent conductivity and corrosion resistance.
- Yellow PVC insulation offers quick cable size identification.
- Fork design reduces maintenance time without removing the fixing screw.
- Ideal for industrial control panels, switchgear and machinery wiring.
Key Features
- Manufacturer: Partex
- Model: YS53
- Product type: Pre-insulated fork (spade) crimp terminal
- Conductor size: 4.0–6.0 mm² (12–10 AWG)
- Stud size: M5 (5 mm)
- Fork opening: 5.3 mm
- Terminal material: Tin-plated C1100 copper
- Insulation material: PVC
- Insulation colour: Yellow
- Pack quantity: 100 pieces
Reliable Electrical Connections for Industrial Wiring
Fork terminals provide fast, reliable termination of stranded conductors onto screw terminals. Their open-ended design enables quick removal and replacement without completely removing the fixing screw, helping reduce maintenance time while maintaining excellent electrical contact.
The Partex YS53 is widely used in industrial automation, electrical distribution, machinery manufacture and control panel assembly where dependable electrical connections and efficient servicing are essential.
Typical Applications
- Industrial control panels.
- Electrical switchboards.
- PLC and automation systems.
- OEM machinery.
- Power distribution equipment.
- Maintenance and retrofit electrical installations.
Technical Specifications
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| Connection Orientation | Straight | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Type | Fork Terminal | |
| Material | PVC | |
| Conductor Size | 4–6 mm² | |
| Colour | Yellow | |
| Insulation Type | PVC insulated | |
| Stud Size | M5 | |
| Series | YS Fork Terminals | |
| Product type | PVC insulated fork terminal | |
| Cable size | 4.0–6.0 mm² | |
| Stud size | M5 (5 mm) | |
| Fork opening | 5.3 mm | |
| Barrel length | 14 mm | |
| Palm width | 9 mm | |
| Palm thickness | 1.0 mm | |
| Maximum voltage | 600 V | |
| Operating temperature | -20°C to +75°C | |
| Pack quantity | 100 pieces |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Partex YS53 used for?
It is designed to terminate 4.0–6.0 mm² stranded copper conductors onto M5 stud terminals using a fork connection.
What cable size does the YS53 support?
The terminal supports 4.0–6.0 mm² stranded copper conductors.
What stud size does it fit?
The Partex YS53 fits M5 (5 mm) stud terminals with a 5.3 mm fork opening.
What are the advantages of a fork terminal?
Fork terminals allow rapid installation and removal without completely removing the fixing screw, reducing maintenance time while maintaining a secure electrical connection.
How many terminals are supplied?
The Partex YS53 is supplied in a pack of 100.
Trusted by Electrical Professionals Worldwide
Partex insulated fork terminals are trusted by panel builders, OEM manufacturers and electrical contractors for delivering reliable, vibration-resistant electrical connections across demanding industrial applications.
