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Since 1990, Cablecraft have been supplying a range of over 28,000 cable and accessory products to projects on a global scale. Our products are tested to the highest standards, naturally, and manufacturing part of the range ourselves in the UK allows us complete control of the process.
We combine this with our dedication, knowledge and drive to always go that extra mile for our customers to make sure we can always find you the right product at the right time, without compromise.
In 2023, we saw an opportunity to provide our customers with even more product offerings from one source... with the launch of PVtec - everything you need to identify, connect, secure and protect your Solar Installations. As the demand for clean and renewable energy continues to rise, it’s crucial to invest in high quality and reliable components to ensure the optimal performance and durability for your solar installations.
Comprising of 02 *All offers and promotions listed in this document are valid until 31.03.24. We reserve the right to change and amend this document at any time.
Everything you need for your Solar Installations Connectors & Tooling 4-5 03 Cable & Terminals 6-8 Cable Fixings 12-15 Cable Protection 16-18 Cable Identification 20-23 Cable Glands 10-11
Connect Solar Connectors
MC4 Heavy Duty Solar Connector
Volume Discounts available when you order 200+ MC4 Solar Connectors. Send your enquiry today!
All-in-one connector for solar panel installations
Cable range supported 2.5-6mm2
Rated voltage 1500V DC Max Current 30amps
Flame retardant grade/UV resistant UL94-V0
IEC 62852 | TUV DIN EN 50521:2008
SKU: MC4CH
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MC4 Male & Female Solar Connector
Reliable and durable male & female panel connector
Cable range supported 2.5-6mm2
Rated voltage 1500C/ Max Current 30amps
Flame retardant grade/UV resistant UL94-V0
IEC 62852 | TUV DIN EN 50521:2008
SKU: MC4P
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MC4 Solar Branch Connector 1x Male 2x Female
1x male & 2x female high quality branch connector
Cable range supported 2.5-6mm2
Rated voltage 1500C/ Max Current 30amps
Flame retardant grade/UV resistant UL94-V0
IEC 62852 | TUV DIN EN 50521:2008
SKU: MC4T1M2F
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MC4 Solar Branch Connector 1x Female 2x Male
1x female & 2x male high quality branch connector
Cable range supported 2.5-6mm2
Rated voltage 1500C/ Max Current 30amps
Flame retardant grade/UV resistant UL94-V0
IEC 62852 | TUV DIN EN 50521:2008
SKU: MC4T1F2M
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Connect Cable Preparation Tools
Solar Tool Kit
The solar connector tool box contains everything you need for your solar installations. Includes the RTMC4 crimping tool, cable cutting tool, wire stripping tool and wrench tool.
SKU: SOLAR-KIT-1 Send Enquiry
Solar Ratchet Crimping Tool
For crimping solar connectors from 2.5-6mm2
1.2 metric tonnes of pressure
Interchangable magnetic locator
Ratchet release point in case of user error
SKU: RTMC4
Cable Cutting Tool
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Robust tool for cutting cables up to 38mm2
Suitable for cutting copper or aluminium cables
SKU: CCC 1
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Cable Stripping Tool
Robust tool for stripping cables from 0.25-6.0mm2
Single handed, triple action cable strippers
SKU: CCS2
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Connect Photovoltaic Cable
Single Core Cables
LSHF Photovoltaic solar cable is essential for any solar installations. It’s designed to withstand harsh outdoor environments and provides a reliable connection. Easy to install and maintain, making it a great choice for any solar project. Whether your building a residential solar array or a large commercial system, our photovoltaic cable options are the perfect solution.
Specification
Conductor Material: Tinned Copper, Class 5
Insulation Material: Low Smoke Zero Halogen, LSHF
Temperature Rating: -40°C to +90°C
Flame Retardant: BS EN 60332-1-2
Low Smoke Generation: BS EN 61034
Halogen Gas Emission: BS EN 60754-1
Water Performance: AD8 Submerged
CPR Classification: Cca & Dca options available
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Colour Options Sizes Available 4.0mm2 6.0mm2
Special Offer Spend More, Save More! Spend £1,000 on Cable, get 10% off all Cable Accessories Use Code: SOLAR10 Spend £3,000 on Cable, get 15% off all Cable Accessories Use Code: SOLAR15 Spend £5,000 on Cable, get 20% off all Cable Accessories Use Code: SOLAR20 Spend £10,000 on Cable, get 25% off all Cable Accessories Use Code: SOLAR25 T&C’s Apply: Discount applies to cable accessories in the PVtec range only and orders placed online or through the sales office. Available in 100m & 500m Lengths.
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Multicore Cables
PV-Ultra provides excellent mechanical properties and can be installed internally or externally. It has been designed with high quality materials to achieve an anticipated lifespan of 25 years. It allows for direct connections from the solar panels to the DC isolator/invertor every time. Due to the double insulation these cables are suitable to be used with Class II equipment, meeting the requirement of BS7671 Clause 712.412.101.
Specification
Conductor Material: Tinned Copper, Class 5
Insulation Material: Double Insulated Cross-Linked, BS EN 50618 Annex B.
Temperature Rating: -15°C to +90°C
Bedding: CarbonTek®
Sheathing: SolarTek®
Sizes Available 4.0mm2 6.0mm2
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Connect Copper Tube Terminals
Our heavy duty range of copper tube terminals are designed for compression crimping onto a wide variety of European stranded and flexible cables.
Specification
For cable size 1.5mm2 up to 800mm2
Manufactured to BS EN 12449:2016
Heat resistant up to 240°C
Voltage Rating: 1kV
Approved to BS4G 178 Part 2 - 1986
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Connect Copper Tube Crimping Tools
SKU: RENN624 032 3
Crimping range: 0.5-10mm2
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SKU: CRT50-C
Crimping range: 6-50mm2
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Connect Nylon Cable Glands
Nylon cable glands provide the highest degree of functionality and safety. The sealing nut is designed to provide a perfect grip and effortless spanner tight seal. Provides a watertight seal to IP68.
Specification
Manufactured from Polyamide 6, Halogen-Free
Temperature rating -20°C to +100°C
CSA and VDE approved | Manufactured to BS EN 50262
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Connect STORM® Cable Glands
STORM® cable glands promises nothing less than a revolution in terminating SWA armoured and non-armoured, SY and CY braided cables. Offering an IP68 and faster fitting over conventional armoured cable glands. Featuring a longer thread when compared to standard type glands.
Specification
UV stabilised, Zero-halogen
Temperature rating -20°C to +80°C
Tested to TUV ISO 9001 certified laboratory.
IP68 Rating
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Connect Smartfit Glands
Smartfit cable glands provide a secure connection between cables and electrical equipment. Easy to install and provides a reliable long-lasting connection.
Specification
Tested in accordance to EN 62444
Temperature rating -20°C to +100°C
IP68 Rating
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Connect Snap Connector
Easy to install, the snap connector is designed to make electrical connections quickly and easily. It has a spring loaded mechanism that allows for quick and secure connections without the need for tools or crimping.
Specification
600 Volts 105°C
Brass, tin-plated
No tools required
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Secure Cable Clips & Cleats
Firefly™ Multi-Hold Multi-Use Clip are spring loaded to hold cables tighter in place in the event of a fire. Ideal for a wide range of applications and can be fixed to threaded rod or with a masonry screw.
Specification
BS 7671:2018 18th Edition Compliant
Melting point over 1000°C
Multi-use
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Firefly™ Fire Resistant Metal Nail-In clips are essential for securing electrical cables in a safe and efficient manner. Designed to provide a reliable solution for cable management in applications where fire resistance is critical.
Specification
BS 7671:2018 18th Edition Compliant
Available in black or red
Quick and easy to install
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Clingstrap Cable Cleats provide a simple but strong means of securing cables. Suitable for use with cables or pipes up to 50.8mm diameter. Available in 12 sizes in standard polypropylene or halogen-free material.
Specification
Made from polypropylene/LSF zero halogen
Temperature rating -35C to +105°C
UV resistance
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Printing
With fast turnaround, quality materials, design assistance, competitive pricing and on-going technical support whenever you need it - our service is your go to for all custom cable identification.
Services available:
Engraved traffolyte labels
Vinyl & PVC labels & signs
Heat shrink cable markers
Tie-on cable markers
Stainless steel markers & tags
Desktop printing systems
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Secure Solar Cable Clips
Our solar cable clips are quick and easy to fit. They have the capacity to accomodate up to two cables and are utilised together with solar panels and brackets. Secured using cable ties.
Specification
Made from Polyamide 6/6
Clip range 0.7 - 3.0mm thickness
Temperature rating -40°C to +120°C
Suitable for PV cable 4.0-6.0mm2
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Secure Stainless Steel Solar Clips
Don’t forget your cable ties!
Our stainless steel solar cable clips simplify wire management and create a cleaner aesthetic for solar PV arrays. Engineered for special or thicker module frame or racking profile. Available in 4 sizes to support cables from 4.0-6.0mm2
Specification
Easy installation and removal, no tools required
Made from corrosion resistant 304 stainless steel 180° mounting configurations
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Secure Fixing Band & Cable Ties
Easi-fix Band is made from a carbon steel with a LSF coating. Ideal for fixing single cables or small bundles to any surface. Simply cut to length, nail and screw into place.
Specification
Carbon steel with LSF coating
Temperature rating -15°C to +50°C
Breaking load 125kg
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Nylon Cable Ties are manufactured from a high quality self-extinguishing halogen-free Nylon 6.6 material. Ideal for securing cables, pipes and hoses and used in most demanding industrial enviornments.
Specification
TUV Approval: EN 62275:2019
Temperature rating -20°C to +85°C
Self-extinguishing, halogen-free, nylon 6.6
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Stainless Steel Cable Ties are manufactured from 316 stainless steel, featuring high tensile strength. Made from flame retardant and corrosion resistant materials, making them ideal for demanding environments.
Specification
High temperature rating up to 500°C
Minimum tensile strength 317kg
Manufactured from 316 stainless steel
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Protect Heat Shrink Sleeving
Boxed Heat Shrink Sleeving is flame retardant, irradiated, flexible polyolefin sleeving. Available in a wide range of colours and sizes from 1.2mm to 25.4mm - supplied in boxes.
Specification
Halogen-free polyolefin
Temperature rating -55°C to +125°C
Shrink temperature 90°C
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Cut to Length Heat Shrink Sleeving is flexible, low smoke, flame retarded, halogen-free heat shrink polyolefin sleeving. Available in a wide range of colours and sizes from 1.2mm to 101.6mm - cut to length.
Specification
Halogen-free polyolefin
Temperature rating -55°C to +125°C
Shrink temperature 90°C
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Adhesive Lined Heat Shrink is manufactured from irradiated modified polyolefin. This semi-flexible material is flame retardant and resistant to fluids. The adhesive in the tubing bonds to a variety of materials.
Specification
UV resistant, flame retardant polyolefin
Temperature rating -55°C to +110°C
Shrink temperature 80°C
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Protect Enclosures & Conduit
ARCA IEC Enclosures offer superior performance and security making them ideal for demanding environments. Available in sizes 200x300x150mm to 800x600x300mm.
Specification
Manufactured from Polycarbonate | UV treated
IP65, IP66 Rating
Temperature rating -40°C to +80°C
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Betaflex Corrugated Conduit is manufactured from virgin polypropylene and has self-extinguishing, low toxicity, low smoke characteristics. Available in sizes from 16mm to 32mm.
Specification
Packs contains 10m conduit, 10 fittings & 10 locknuts
IP44 Rating
Temperature rating -5°C to +90°C
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Zinc Galvanise Spray Paint is a type of coating spray used to prevent rust and corrosion on metal surfaces. It is designed to provide a durable and long-lasting protection. Easy to apply and suitable for various industries.
Specification
Protects from rust and corrosion
Protects all iron and steel equipment
Fast to apply and dry
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Protect Surge Protection
Lightning and Surge protection for electrical and electronic systems to the new British and European Standard BS EN 62305. Offering the complete solution to protect vital systems from damage.
Designed to protect the inverter and the fixed installation, therefore PV SPD’s should be installed on the DC side of the PV system, before the inverter.
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Identify K-Type Cable Makers
K-Type Tie-on Cable Markers are a versatile marking system for cables, bundles and conduit. The elliptical marker profile allows for easy fitting to carrier strips and contains large characters for good legibility.
Specification
Manufactured from PVC
Temperature rating -45°C to +70°C
Resistant to sea water, detergents 10% aquaous, fuels & oils
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K-Type Carriers feature slotted ends which can be fastened with cable ties up to 7.6mm wide. Ideal for identifying large cables, conduit and pipes, before or after termination.
Available for 7, 12, 18 or 26 digits cable markers.
Specification
PVC self-extinguishing to UL94V-2
Temperature rating -45°C to +70°C
Resistant to sea water, detergents 10% aquaous, fuels & oils
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K-Type Cable Marker Kits contain a selection of cable markers and carrier strips complete in a handy case. Ideal for identifying large cables, conduit and pipes before or after termination.
Specification
Available in Black/White or Black/Yellow
Temperature rating -45°C to +70°C
Manufactured from PVC
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Identify Brady® Printers & Labels
Brady® M211 Label Printer is simple and intuitive. You can now preview and print labels from the industry leading Express Labels App using your smartphone. Now with both pre-sized and continuous labels in 90+ cartridges.
Specification
Lightweight only 0.5kg
Print resolution 203 dpi
Bluetooth 5.0 enabled
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Brady® M210 Handheld Printer also available.
Brady® M211 Cartridges are ideal for component and equipment labelling, facility identification, pipe and valve labelling, warehouse marking, laboratory and electrical identification.
Specification
Available in Black/White, Black/Yellow or White/Red
Temperature rating -40°C to +80°C
For use with M210 and M211 label printer
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Brady® M211 Label Printer Kit contains everything you need in one handy carry case. Including M211 label printer, hard carry case, power pack, belt clip, quick start guide, and nylon cloth label cartridge.
Specification
Lightweight only 0.5kg
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Bluetooth 5.0 enabled
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Identify Custom Identification
Identification is a must for safety, efficiency and future reference. When it comes to custom printed and engraved labels, markers and signs, we’ve got you covered.
Our in-house custom printing and engraving department produce quality custom identification for jobs that require those bespoke touches. Offering a fast turnaround service, design assistance and quality materials, whilst still being competitive on price,
We’re here to help from 8.30am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday, contact us on 01582 606033 or email ident@cablecraft.co.uk.
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Fast turnaround
Quality materials
Fully customised to your requirements
Our range includes
Vinyl & PVC labels & signs
Engraved flexible acrylic
Engraved rigid traffolyte
Heat shrink cable markers
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Stainless steel markers & tags
DIN rail terminal markers
Tie-on cable markers
Desktop printing systems
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Identify Traffolyte Labels
Our traffolyte labels are made from a robust 3ply rigid multi-layered laminate, making them suitable for identifying both indoor and outdoor applications. Additionally, we have the capability to create custom engraved labels in almost any shape or size. These labels can be supplied with customised fixing holes or a permanent self-adhesive backing.
Specification
Highly durable, suitable for indoor & outdoor use
Temperature rating -40°C to +70°C
Flammability rating 94HB UL94
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Identify Vinyl Labels
Our permanent vinyl labels are supplied with a self-adhesive backing and are ideal for the installation of solar PV systems. Additionally, we have the capability to create custom vinyl labels in almost any shape or size. Just send your enquiry to our team and we’ll get back to you.
Specification
Highly durable, suitable for indoor & outdoor use
Temperature rating -40°C to +70°C
High quality adhesive
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