Copper Compression Cable Lugs Short Barrel

  • With a square viewing window to check the conductor location
  • Short length of barrel
  • Material: Copper
  • Surface: Tin plated to protect against corrosion
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Part No. Item Cross Section
mm²		 Size of Bolt
Φ		 Dimensions(mm)
L L1 D d Φ K
A010601 SCL 6-5 6 M 5 5.0 3.8 19.5 7.5 5.3 9.0
A010602 SCL 6-6 M 6 5.0 3.8 20.5 7.5 5.4 9.0
A010603 SCL 10-6 10 M 6 6.0 4.6 22.3 8.0 6.4 9.2
A010604 SCL 10-8 M 8 6.0 4.6 24.0 8.0 8.4 11.5
A010605 SCL 16-6 16 M 6 7.2 5.8 25.0 10.0 6.5 10.5
A010606 SCL 16-8 M 8 7.2 5.8 26.3 10.0 8.4 11.2
A010607 SCL 16-10 M 10 7.5 5.7 28.0 10.0 10.5 13.0
A010608 SCL 25-6 25 M 6 8.8 7.3 29.0 12.0 6.4 13.0
A010609 SCL 25-8 M 8 8.8 7.3 30.8 12.0 8.4 13.0
A010610 SCL 25-10 M 10 8.8 7.3 31.5 12.0 10.5 13.7
A010611 SCL 35-8 35 M 8 10.5 8.6 33.5 13.0 8.5 15.3
A010612 SCL 35-10 M 10 10.5 8.6 34.5 13.0 10.5 15.3
A010613 SCL 35-12 M 12 10.8 8.8 37.0 13.0 13.0 17.4
A010614 SCL 50-8 50 M 8 12.3 10.0 38.0 15.0 8.5 17.9
A010615 SCL 50-10 M 10 12.3 10.0 39.0 15.0 10.5 17.9
A010616 SCL 50-12 M 12 12.3 10.0 40.5 15.0 13.0 18.0
A010617 SCL 70-10 70 M 10 14.2 11.6 44.5 17.0 10.5 20.6
A010618 SCL 70-12 M 12 14.2 11.6 45.5 17.0 13.0 20.6
A010619 SCL 70-14 M 14 14.2 11.6 45.5 17.0 15.0 20.6
A010620 SCL 95-10 95 M 10 16.8 13.8 55.0 20.5 10.5 24.5
A010621 SCL 95-12 M 12 16.8 13.8 55.0 20.5 13.0 24.5
A010622 SCL 95-14 M 14 16.8 13.8 55.5 20.5 15.0 24.5
A010623 SCL 95-16 M 16 16.8 13.8 58.0 20.5 18.5 24.5
A010624 SCL 120-10 120 M 10 19.0 15.6 59.0 23.0 10.5 27.7
A010625 SCL 120-12 M 12 19.0 15.6 60.0 23.0 13.0 27.7
A010626 SCL 120-14 M 14 19.0 15.6 60.5 23.0 15.0 27.7
A010627 SCL 120-16 M 16 19.0 15.6 60.5 23.0 18.5 27.7
A010628 SCL 150-10 150 M 10 20.8 17.2 64.0 26.0 10.5 30.4
A010629 SCL 150-12 M 12 20.8 17.2 65.0 25.5 13.0 30.4
A010630 SCL 150-14 M 14 20.8 17.2 66.0 25.5 15.0 30.4
A010631 SCL 150-16 M 16 20.8 17.2 66.0 25.5 17.0 30.4
A010632 SCL 150-18 M 18 20.8 17.2 66.0 25.5 18.5 30.4
A010633 SCL 185-12 185 M 12 22.8 19.0 70.0 27.5 13.0 33.4
A010634 SCL 185-16 M 16 22.8 19.0 72.0 27.5 17.0 33.4
A010635 SCL 185-18 M 18 22.8 19.0 72.0 27.5 18.5 33.4
A010636 SCL 185-20 M 20 22.8 19.0 72.0 27.5 21.0 33.4
A010637 SCL 240-12 240 M 12 25.7 21.7 82.0 35.0 13.0 37.8
A010638 SCL 240-14 M 14 25.7 21.7 82.5 34.5 15.0 37.8
A010639 SCL 240-16 M 16 25.7 21.7 83.0 34.5 17.0 37.8
A010640 SCL 240-18 M 18 25.7 21.7 83.0 34.5 18.5 37.8
A010641 SCL 240-20 M 20 25.7 21.7 84.0 35.0 21.0 37.8
A010642 SCL 300-12 300 M 12 29.7 24.7 93.0 38.0 13.0 43.4
A010643 SCL 300-16 M 16 29.7 24.7 94.5 39.0 17.0 43.4
A010644 SCL 300-18 M 18 29.7 24.7 94.5 39.0 18.5 43.4
A010645 SCL 300-20 M 20 29.7 24.7 95.5 39.0 21.0 43.4
A010646 SCL 400-10 400 M 10 33.7 27.7 106.5 42.5 10.5 49.0
A010647 SCL 400-16 M 16 33.7 27.7 106.5 42.5 17.0 49.0
A010648 SCL 400-18 M 18 33.7 27.7 108.0 42.5 18.5 49.0
A010649 SCL 400-20 M 20 33.7 27.7 108.0 42.5 21.0 49.0
A010650 SCL 500-12 500 M 12 38.0 31.3 115.0 46.0 13.0 55.3
A010651 SCL 500-16 M 16 38.0 31.3 115.0 46.0 17.0 55.3
A010652 SCL 500-18 M 18 38.0 31.3 116.5 46.0 18.5 55.3
A010653 SCL 500-20 M 20 38.0 31.3 116.5 46.0 21.0 55.3
A010654 SCL 630-16 630 M 16 43.0 35.3 132.0 51.5 17.0 62.5
A010655 SCL 630-20 M 20 43.0 35.3 132.0 51.5 21.0 62.5

Electrical lugs (also known as cable connectors) are the essential “middlemen” of the electrical world. They allow cables to be connected to devices or to other cables securely, even when a permanent weld isn’t possible.

Here is a simplified breakdown of what they are, how they work, and the different types available.

What is an Electrical Lug?

An electrical lug is a connector that ensures the smooth flow of electricity between cables and equipment. They are designed to make installation, repairs, and maintenance much easier.

How they work:

  1. Cable End: One end of the lug is attached to the wire by crimping (squeezing it tight), soldering, or welding.
  2. Device End: The other end is fastened to a terminal on an appliance or power source using a bolt, screw, or spring clip.

Common Types of Lugs

Lugs come in many shapes and materials depending on the industry (like automation, power distribution, or home appliances).

1. Terminal Lugs (General Industry)

Used widely in control panels and instrumentation. Common shapes include:

  • Ring & Fork: For bolting onto terminals.
  • Pin & Blade: For plugging into specific slots.
  • Hook: For quick connections.

2. Butt and Parallel Connectors

These are specifically used to join two cables together or terminate them. They often come with insulation like:

  • PVC Insulated: Standard protection.
  • Heat Shrinkable: Shrinks around the wire for a waterproof seal.
  • Closed-End: For capping off wires.

3. Heavy-Duty & High Voltage Lugs

In power plants or high-voltage lines, specialized lugs are required:

  • Compression Lugs: Specifically for high-voltage cables.
  • Copper Tubular Lugs: Thick-walled connectors designed to handle massive amounts of current.

Safety and Materials

  • Insulation: Most lugs are wrapped in rubber or plastic. This prevents accidental shocks and ensures safe handling.
  • Materials: Copper is the most popular material because it conducts electricity extremely well.
  • Strength: For heavy-duty jobs, the mechanical strength of the lug is just as important as its electrical conductivity.

Key Takeaway

When choosing a lug, always match it to your cable size, the voltage level, and the environment (e.g., whether it needs heat-shrink insulation or extra heavy-duty copper).

This guide outlines the critical steps for creating a high-quality electrical connection using DIN Copper Compression Cable Lugs. Precision in matching components is the most important factor for safety and long-term durability.

1. Preparation and Selection

Before starting, ensure that the lug, conductor, and crimping die are all perfectly matched by size and material.

  • Identification: Look for the cross-section specification (mm2) stamped directly on the DIN Copper Compression Cable Lugs.
  • Die Selection: Use a die that matches the lug size.
  • Material Matching:
    • Use “Cu” marked dies for copper lugs.
    • Use “Al” marked dies for aluminum or aluminum alloy lugs.
    • Note: Hydraulic tools generally do not require different dies based on conductor material, provided the size is correct.

2. Conductor Preparation

A clean contact surface is essential to prevent resistance and overheating.

  1. Stripping: Strip the conductor insulation to the length of the sleeve plus an additional 10% (a + 10%).
  2. Cleaning: Remove any tape, yarn, or powder fillers. Use a metal brush to vigorously scrub away dirt and oxide layers from the bare conductor.

3. Assembly and Compression

The sequence of the crimp determines how the metal flows and secures the connection.

  • Insertion: Insert the conductor into the sleeve until it hits the internal stop or is visible through the inspection hole.
  • Verification: Double-check that the die code on your tool matches the size mark on the lug.
  • Direction: Always start compressing from the palm side (the flat part with the hole) and work your way toward the barrel end (where the cable enters).
  • Markings: Follow the marking lines on the lug. All indicated points must be compressed to ensure a full mechanical bond.

4. Final Quality Check

Once the compression is complete, perform a final inspection:

  • Elongation: A correctly matched and compressed sleeve will typically extend in length by approximately 5%.
  • Cleanliness: Wipe away any excess grease or joint compound that may have squeezed out during the process.