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CGFA16 Ilme Female crimp 100 amp silver plated 16mm
ILME CGFA16 is a 100 A female turned silver-plated copper alloy crimp contact from the CG series for 16 mm², AWG 6–5 conductors in compatible heavy-duty industrial connectors.
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Why Choose the ILME CGFA16 Female Crimp Contact?
The ILME CGFA16, manufacturer part number CGFA 16, is a high-current female crimp contact designed for compatible ILME heavy-duty industrial connector inserts. As part of the ILME CG 100 A contact series, it provides a robust and dependable electrical connection for industrial power applications requiring reliable transmission of high currents.
Manufactured from copper alloy with silver plating, the CGFA16 is a precision-turned contact designed to provide excellent electrical conductivity and consistent connection performance. Its crimp termination creates a mechanically secure connection between the conductor and contact without soldering, making it well suited to professional industrial connector assemblies.
With a rated current of 100 A and a conductor cross-section of 16 mm², the CGFA16 is suitable for AWG 6–5 conductors. It is designed for compatible ILME 100 A inserts, including selected CX and MIXO modular connector systems, providing a reliable solution for machinery, power distribution and industrial automation installations.
Key Advantages
- High-current 100 A female crimp contact for industrial connectors.
- Designed specifically for 16 mm² conductors.
- Compatible with AWG 6–5 conductor sizes.
- Silver-plated copper alloy contact provides reliable electrical conductivity.
- Precision-turned construction provides dependable mechanical and electrical performance.
- Crimp termination creates a secure conductor connection without soldering.
Key Features
- ILME CG series female contact.
- 100 A rated current.
- 16 mm² conductor cross-section.
- AWG 6–5 conductor compatibility.
- Female connection configuration.
- Turned silver-plated contact.
- Copper alloy contact construction.
- Crimp electrical termination.
- 15 mm conductor stripping length.
- ≤0.3 mΩ contact resistance.
- ≥500 mating cycles mechanical life.
Reliable High-Current Industrial Connections
Crimp contacts create a mechanically strong and electrically dependable termination by compressing the contact barrel around the conductor. This connection method is widely used in heavy-duty industrial connectors because it provides repeatable electrical performance, resistance to vibration and convenient assembly without soldering.
The ILME CGFA16 combines a 100 A current rating with silver-plated contact surfaces and robust copper alloy construction. Its low contact resistance and mechanical life of at least 500 mating cycles make it suitable for industrial machinery and high-current connector systems where reliable long-term performance is essential.
Typical Applications
- Heavy-duty industrial connector assemblies.
- ILME CX and MIXO modular connector systems.
- Industrial machinery and automation equipment.
- High-current power connections and distribution systems.
- Motor, drive and production equipment connections.
- Control panels and manufacturing machinery.
Technical Specifications
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| Connection | Crimp | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Type | Contact | |
| Contact Gender | Female | |
| HS Code | 85369010 | |
| Country of Manufacture | Italy | |
| Manufacturer | ILME | |
| Series | CG | |
| Model | CGFA 16 | |
| SKU | CGFA16 | |
| Product type | Crimp contact | |
| Gender | Female | |
| Connection type | Female connection | |
| Electrical termination | Crimp | |
| Rated current | 100 A | |
| Wire cross-section | 16 mm² | |
| AWG size | AWG 6–5 | |
| Contact type | Turned, silver plated | |
| Main material | Copper alloy | |
| Contact plating | Silver | |
| Conductor stripping length | 15 mm | |
| Contact resistance | ≤0.3 mΩ | |
| Mechanical life | ≥500 cycles | |
| Conductor slot diameter | 5.5 mm | |
| Contact diameter | 13 mm | |
| Contact length | 37 mm | |
| Weight | approx. 16.37 g | |
| Certifications | CSA, EAC | |
| UL category | ECBT2 | |
| cUL category | ECBT8 | |
| EAN | 8015747122665 | |
| RoHS conformity | Compliant with exemption 6(c) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ILME CGFA16 used for?
The ILME CGFA16 is a female crimp contact designed for compatible ILME heavy-duty connector inserts requiring a high-current 100 A electrical connection.
What current is the ILME CGFA16 rated for?
The CGFA16 has a rated current of 100 A, making it suitable for high-current industrial power and machinery connections.
What wire size does the CGFA16 accept?
The CGFA16 is designed for conductors with a cross-sectional area of 16 mm², corresponding to AWG 6–5.
What material is the ILME CGFA16 contact made from?
The CGFA16 is a precision-turned copper alloy contact with silver plating, providing reliable conductivity and durable electrical contact performance.
How is the CGFA16 connected to the conductor?
The conductor is terminated using a crimp connection. The specified conductor stripping length for the CGFA16 is 15 mm, and suitable ILME-approved crimping equipment should be used for correct assembly.
Trusted for Heavy-Duty Industrial Connectivity
ILME CG 100 A crimp contacts are engineered for reliable high-current connections in heavy-duty industrial connector systems, combining precision-turned construction, silver-plated contact surfaces and robust performance for demanding machinery and automation applications.
