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8010085 Cembre PKC1518-UK INSULATED END SLEEVE (RED)
Cembre 8010085 PKC1518-UK/PK500 red insulated bootlace ferrule for 1.5 mm² stranded copper conductors with an 18 mm pin length, supplied in packs of 500.
Why Choose the Cembre 8010085 PKC1518-UK/PK500 Insulated Bootlace Ferrule?
The Cembre 8010085 PKC1518-UK/PK500 is a premium red insulated bootlace ferrule (wire end sleeve) designed to provide secure, low-resistance termination of stranded copper conductors. Manufactured by Cembre, it reinforces flexible conductor strands before insertion into screw or spring clamp terminals, ensuring safe, reliable and professional electrical connections for industrial control panels, switchgear and automation equipment.
Manufactured from electrolytic tin-plated copper with a durable PA6 polyamide insulated collar, the ferrule offers excellent conductivity, corrosion resistance and long service life. The funnel-shaped insulated entry simplifies conductor insertion while preventing strand damage during crimping, helping to produce consistent, high-quality cable terminations.
Designed for 1.5 mm² stranded copper conductors, the PKC1518-UK/PK500 features an 18 mm pin length and is supplied in a pack of 500, making it ideal for OEM machinery, industrial control panels, power distribution equipment and electrical installation projects.
Key Advantages
- Professional insulated bootlace ferrule for stranded conductors.
- Suitable for 1.5 mm² cable terminations.
- 18 mm conductive pin provides deeper terminal engagement.
- Red insulated collar for quick conductor identification.
- Tin-plated copper provides excellent conductivity and corrosion resistance.
- Supplied in an economical pack of 500 ferrules.
Key Features
- Manufacturer: Cembre.
- Manufacturer Part Number: 8010085.
- Product Code: PKC1518-UK/PK500.
- Superseded By: PKC1518/PK500.
- Insulated bootlace ferrule (wire end sleeve).
- 1.5 mm² conductor capacity.
- 18 mm conductive pin length.
- Red PA6 insulated collar.
- Tin-plated electrolytic copper sleeve.
- Pack quantity: 500 pieces.
Reliable Electrical Cable Termination
Bootlace ferrules improve electrical terminations by compressing stranded conductors into a solid connection before installation into screw or spring clamp terminals. This reduces strand damage, improves electrical performance and increases long-term connection reliability.
The Cembre PK series is widely specified by panel builders, machine manufacturers and electrical contractors for industrial automation, switchgear, terminal blocks and power distribution systems where dependable electrical connections are essential.
Typical Applications
- Industrial control panels.
- PLC and automation systems.
- Terminal block wiring.
- Switchgear assemblies.
- OEM machinery manufacture.
- Electrical installation and maintenance.
Technical Specifications
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| Colour | Red | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Type | Single Insulated Ferrule | |
| Conductor Size | 1.5 mm² | |
| Insulation Type | Insulated | |
| Pin Length (mm) | 18 mm | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 8010085 | |
| Product Code | PKC1518-UK/PK500 | |
| Superseded By | PKC1518/PK500 | |
| Product Type | Insulated bootlace ferrule | |
| Conductor Size | 1.5 mm² | |
| Pin Length | 18 mm | |
| Overall Length | 24 mm | |
| Entry Diameter | 3.5 mm | |
| Pin Diameter | 2.1 mm | |
| Insulation Colour | Red | |
| Insulation Material | PA6 Polyamide | |
| Conductor Material | Tin-plated electrolytic copper | |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to +120°C (130°C short-term) | |
| Pack Quantity | 500 | |
| HS Code | 85369010 | |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cembre 8010085 used for?
It is used to terminate 1.5 mm² stranded copper conductors before installation into screw or spring clamp terminals.
What conductor size does it support?
The ferrule is designed for 1.5 mm² flexible copper conductors.
What is the pin length?
The conductive pin has a nominal length of 18 mm.
How many ferrules are supplied?
This product is supplied in convenient packs of 500 ferrules.
Where is this ferrule typically used?
It is commonly installed in industrial control panels, switchgear, OEM machinery and electrical distribution equipment.
Trusted by Electrical Professionals Worldwide
Cembre insulated bootlace ferrules are trusted worldwide by electrical engineers, panel builders and OEM manufacturers for producing safe, reliable and professional cable terminations.
