Copper Reducing Link 400-185mm2

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SKU: CASR400/185
Regular price $170.00 NZD inc. GST
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Product Overview

The CABAC CASR400/185 Copper Reducing Link is a compression connector used to join a 400mm² copper conductor to a 185mm² copper conductor. It is designed for cable size reduction applications where a reliable electrical and mechanical connection is required between different conductor sizes.

This reducing link is suitable for circular and sector stranded copper conductors and is commonly used in reducing joints, fly leads, cable tails, switchboards, distribution equipment and industrial electrical installations. The copper construction supports excellent conductivity, while the compression crimp installation method provides a permanent connection when the correct tooling and dies are used.

Key Features

  • Connects 400mm² copper conductor to 185mm² copper conductor
  • Suitable for circular and sector stranded copper conductors
  • Copper body for high conductivity
  • Designed for compression crimping
  • Suitable for reducing joints, fly leads and tails
  • Provides a permanent cable size transition
  • Suitable for heavy-duty electrical installations

Typical Applications

  • LV power cable jointing
  • Switchboard cable transitions
  • Distribution board and panel connections
  • Fly leads and copper cable tails
  • Industrial plant and infrastructure works
  • Electrical maintenance and cable repairs

Technical Specifications

Brand CABAC
Manufacturer Part Number CASR400/185
Product Type Copper Reducing Link
Large Conductor Size 400mm²
Small Conductor Size 185mm²
Conductor Material Copper
Compatible Conductor Type Circular and sector stranded copper conductors
Installation Method Compression Crimp
Typical Use Reducing joints, fly leads and tails

Installation Notes

Prepare both copper conductors carefully and insert each conductor into the correct side of the reducing link. Use the proper crimping tool and die set for the 400mm² and 185mm² conductor ends. After crimping, check mechanical security and apply suitable insulation or jointing materials for the installation conditions.

Product details

Copper Reducing Link

The CABAC copper reducing link range are a barrier type, so they can be used in any situation where an impermeable barrier to oils or water is required.

Note: Do not crimp close to the centre barrier or the links may shear.

Standards and Compliance

AS4325 Part 1 Australia; IEC France; GL/DIN/VDE Germany; JIS Japan; BS United Kingdom; UL/NEMA USA

Technical Data

Nominal Conductor (mm2): 400

Conductive material
Copper 99.95% pure
Oxygen content 30 p.p.m. Max.
Tensile strength 200 MPa
Ductile rating 40%
Final metal state - fully annealed

Operating temperature
-55 to 155 deg C

General electrical properties
Total conductivity 99.7% IACS
Total resistivity 1.738 micro-ohm cm

Plating
This product is not supplied plated since limited shelf life is expected

Dimensional specification
Tooling is interchangeable between Cable Accessories, Utilux and Burndy

Manufacturer specifications

Cable Size Large End (mm2) 400
Cable Size Small End (mm2) 185
A Dimension (mm) 110
Lugs and Links - Material Copper

Product details and specifications from CABAC product data.

Delivery: free on orders of $150 and over (inc. GST); $15 flat rate below that; express $30. Orders are packed and shipped within 1–2 business days, with tracking. Bulky items (cable drums, conduit, enclosures) and anything over 1.2 m long may attract an additional freight charge, shown at checkout. No PO boxes.

Returns: unused products can be returned within 14 days for a full credit. Email us first for return instructions.

Products are covered by their manufacturer’s warranty, valid within Australia. Warranty claims are replacement-only: a one-for-one replacement of the faulty product. Accessories such as batteries are not covered. Outside the 14-day return period, freight for warranty returns is at the buyer’s expense.