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Bi-Metal Link 500mm² Aluminium to 150mm² Copper Cabac
Cabac Bi-Metal Link features a 500mm² 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 Reducing Link, Aluminium-to-Copper Cable Link, Bimetallic Cable Joint
Technical Specifications
- Aluminium Cable Size: 500mm²
- Copper Cable Size: 150mm²
- Part Number: BLK500/150
- Material: Aluminium sleeve and copper barrel joined by friction welding
- Aluminium Purity: 99.6%
- Copper Purity: 99.9%
- Operating Temperature: -40°C to +125°C
- Aluminium Crimp Die: 39.0mm A/F hex die
- Copper Crimp Die: 18.3mm A/F hex die
- Aluminium Crimps: 2
- Copper Crimps: 3
- Crimping Method: Standard hex dies using compatible CABAC or MSS Power tooling
- Packaging Unit: 1 each
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 50mm x 155mm x 50mm
- Weight: 0.35 kg
Key Features
- Joins 500mm² aluminium cable to 150mm² copper cable
- Friction-welded aluminium-to-copper transition provides a strong electrical and mechanical joint
- Designed for circular or sector stranded aluminium cable to circular stranded copper cable
- Joint design helps prevent electrolysis between dissimilar metals
- Barrels supplied with jointing compound to reduce aluminium oxide formation and contact resistance
- Manufactured to Australian dimensions for use with standard Australian crimping tooling
- Individually packed for protection before installation
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation must be performed by a suitably qualified electrical contractor using the specified CABAC or compatible crimping tools and dies. Follow the manufacturer's crimping sequence and applicable wiring installation requirements.
Applications
- Joining large aluminium power cables to smaller copper power cables
- Low-voltage electrical power distribution installations
- Industrial switchboard and cable jointing applications
- Electrical infrastructure and utility cable connections
Standards & Compliance
- AS/NZS 4325.1: 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 supports a durable connection and may reduce premature replacement waste
- Jointing compound and dissimilar-metal transition help reduce corrosion-related failure and extend service life
Warranty Information
CABAC's general warranty provides repair or replacement for defective goods for one year from the date of supply, subject to correct installation, use and the applicable warranty terms. Australian Consumer Law guarantees also apply.
Available Now
Available through CABAC and authorised Australian electrical distributors; product-specific stock should be confirmed before ordering.
