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Bi-Metal Link 400mm² Aluminium to 150mm² Copper Cabac
Cabac Bi-Metal Link features a 400mm² aluminium barrel and a 150mm² copper barrel in one bimetallic joint. Ideal for jointing aluminium cable to copper.
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Alternatively Known As: Bi-Metal Crimp Link, Aluminium-to-Copper Reducing Link, Bi-Metal Cable Joint, BLK400/150
Technical Specifications
- Aluminium Conductor Size: 400mm²
- Copper Conductor Size: 150mm²
- Aluminium Stranding: 61/2.85mm
- Copper Stranding: 37/2.25mm
- Overall Length: 155mm
- Aluminium Crimping: 2 crimps using ECW-H3D4/500AL tooling
- Copper Crimping: 2 crimps using D150CU or equivalent 18.3mm hex die
- Joint Construction: Friction-welded aluminium-to-copper transition
- Material: High-purity aluminium and copper
- Operating Temperature: Suitable for standard power cable jointing applications; follow manufacturer instructions
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 47mm x 155mm x 47mm
- Weight: 0.45 kg
Key Features
- Joins 400mm² aluminium cable to 150mm² copper cable
- Friction-welded bi-metal joint helps prevent electrolytic corrosion between dissimilar metals
- Suitable for circular and sector-stranded aluminium conductors transitioning to copper conductors
- Designed for standard Australian crimping tools and dies
- Factory-filled aluminium barrel helps reduce oxide formation and contact resistance
- Suitable for cable reducing joints, tails and fly-lead connections
- Supplied as one non-insulated compression link
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation must be performed by a licensed electrical contractor using the specified CABAC or compatible crimping tools and dies. Follow the manufacturer's crimping sequence, cable preparation requirements and applicable wiring rules before energising the joint.
Applications
- Low-voltage power cable jointing
- Aluminium-to-copper cable transitions
- Electrical distribution equipment and switchboards
- Reducing joints, tails and fly leads
- Commercial, industrial and utility electrical installations
Standards & Compliance
- AS/NZS 4325.1:1995 for compression and mechanical connectors for power cables with copper or aluminium conductors
Environmental Benefits
- Aluminium and copper components are recyclable at end of service life
- Friction-welded construction and corrosion-resistant transition design can support extended service life and reduce replacement waste
- Enables practical use of lightweight aluminium cable with copper tails or equipment connections
Warranty Information
Covered by CABAC's published warranty terms and applicable Australian Consumer Law guarantees. Specific warranty coverage is subject to the product terms, correct installation and use in accordance with CABAC instructions.
Available Now
Available through CABAC and authorised Australian electrical distributors, subject to distributor stock availability.
