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SOLAR cables, connectors & accessories

While solar panel connectors and PV cables may seem simple on the surface, the harsh environments they face can pose significant challenges. From relentless UV rays that break down insulation within months to extreme heat and weather, your installations need reliable solutions. Explore our dedicated solar range and power up with TruPV. NEXT DAY DELIVERY TO UK MAINLAND ORDER BY 4PM

SOLAR CONNECTORS VIEW RANGE

MC4 HEAVY DUTY SOLAR CONNECTOR

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

MC4 male & female SOLAR CONNECTOR

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

MC4 SOLAR BRANCH CONNECTOR 1X MALE 2X FEMALE

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

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

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

SOLAR RATCHET CRIMPING TOOL

For crimping solar connectors from 2.5-6mm2

1.2 metric tonnes of pressure

Interchangeable magnetic locator

Interchangeable crimping die set

Ratchet release point in case of user error

SKU: RTMC4

CABLE CUTTING TOOL

Robust tool for cutting cables up to 38mm2

Suitable for cutting copper or aluminium cables

SKU: CCC 1

CABLE STRIPPING TOOL

Robust tool for stripping cables from 0.25-6.0mm2

Single handed, triple action cable strippers

SKU: CCS2

SINGLE CORE PV 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.

Key Features

Conductor Material: Tinned Copper, Class 5

Insulation Material: LSZH, 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

PHOTOVOLTAIC CABLE

MULTICORE PV CABLES

PV-Ultra provides excellent mechanical properties and can be installed internally or externally. 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/inverter every time. These cables are suitable to be used with Class II equipment, meeting the requirement of BS7671 Clause 712.412.101.

Features

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®

COPPER TUBE TERMINALS & TOOLS

HEAVY DUTY COPPER TUBE TERMINALS

Key Features

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

RENNSTEIG 624 032 3 CRIMPING TOOL

Rennsteig 624 032 3 robust, reliable and easy to use for uninsulated terminals from 0.5mm2 to 10mm2. Crimp performance complies with BS and international standards.

SKU: RENN624 032 2

CRT50-C CRIMPING TOOL

CRT50-C heavy duty hexagonal crimping tool suitable for crimping copper tube terminals from 6.0mm2 to 50mm2 .

Featuring push pin dial type die selectors and double crimp where possible along cable entry.

SKU: CRT50-C

CABLE GLANDS

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.

Key Features

Temperature rating -20°C to +100°C

Manufactured from Polyamide 6, Halogen-Free CSA and VDE approved | Manufactured to BS EN 50262

STORM® CABLE GLANDS

STORM® Cable Glands promises nothing less than a revolution in terminating SWA armoured and non-armoured, SY and CY braided cables. IP68 and faster fitting over standard armoured cable glands.

Key Features

UV stabilised, Zero-halogen

Temperature rating -20°C to +80°C

Tested to TUV ISO 9001 certified laboratory.

SMARTFIT™ CABLE GLANDS

Key Features

Tested in accordance to EN 62444

Temperature rating -20°C to +100°C

IP68 Rating

Solar Cable CLIPS VIEW RANGE

Volume Discount on orders of £1,000 or more

Solar Cable Clips

Our solar cable clips are quick and easy to fit. They have the capacity to accommodate up to two cables and are utilised together with solar panels and brackets. Secured using cable ties.

Key Features

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

Stainless Steel Solar Clips

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 .

Made from corrosion resistant 304 stainless steel 180° mounting configurations Key Features

Easy installation and removal, no tools required

CLINGSTRAP CABLE CLEATS

Made from polypropylene/LSF zero halogen

Temperature rating -35C to +105°C

UV resistance

Simple but strong solution

For use with cables or pipes up to 50.8mm dia.

Available in 12 sizes in polypropylene or HF material

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FIREFLY™ FIRE RESISTANT METAL NAIL-IN CLIPS

BS 7671 18th Edition Compliant

Available in black or red

Quick and easy to install

Essential for securing electrical cables safely

Reliable solution for cable management in applications where fire resistance is critical.

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FIREFLY™ MULTI-HOLD MULTI-USE CLIP

BS 7671 18th Edition Compliant

Melting point over 1000°C

Multi-use clip

Spring loaded to hold cables tighter

Ideal for a wide range of applications

Can be fixed to threaded rod or with a masonry screw

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SNAP CONNECTOR

600 Volts 105°C

Brass, tin-plated

No tools required

Quick and easy to install

Spring loaded mechanism

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HEAT SHRINK SLEEVING

BOXED 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.

Key Features

Halogen-free polyolefin

Temperature rating -55°C to +125°C

Shrink temperature 90°C

CUT-TO-LENGTH HEAT SHRINK

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.

Key Features

Halogen-free polyolefin

Temperature rating -55°C to +125°C

Shrink temperature 90°C

ADHESIVE LINED HEAT SHRINK

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.

Key Features

UV resistant, flame retardant polyolefin

Temperature rating -55°C to +110°C

Shrink temperature 80°C

Fixing band & Cable Ties

Easi-fix Band

Made from a carbon steel with LSF coating. Ideal for fixing single cables or small bundles to any surface. Simply cut to length, nail and screw into place.

Key Features

Halogen-free polyolefin

Temperature rating -55°C to +125°C

Shrink temperature 90°C

Nylon cable ties

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 environments.

Key Features

TUV Approval: EN 62275:2019

Temperature rating -20°C to +85°C

Self-extinguishing, halogen-free, nylon 6.6

Stainless steel cable ties

Manufactured from 316 stainless steel, featuring high tensile strength. Made from flame retardant and corrosion resistant materials, making them ideal for demanding environments.

Key Features

High temperature rating up to 500°C

Minimum tensile strength 317kg

Manufactured from 316 stainless steel

ENCLOSURES & CONDUIT

FIBOX ARCA IEC ENCLOSURES

ARCA IEC Enclosures offer superior performance and security making them ideal for demanding environments. Available in sizes 200x300x150mm to 800x600x300mm.

Key Features

Manufactured from Polycarbonate | UV treated

IP65, IP66 Rating

Temperature rating -40°C to +80°C

BETAFLEX CORRUGATED CONDUIT

Betaflex Corrugated Conduit is manufactured from virgin polypropylene and has self-extinguishing, low toxicity, low smoke characteristics. Available in sizes from 16mm to 32mm.

Key Features

Packs contains 10m conduit, 10 fittings & 10 locknuts

IP44 Rating

Temperature rating -5°C to +90°C

ZINC GALVANISED SPRAY PAINT

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.

Key Features

Protects from rust and corrosion

Protects all iron and steel equipment

Fast to apply and dry

SURGE PROTECTION

Key Features

LIGHTNING & SURGE PROTECTION DEVICES

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.

Ideal for industrial, commercial and domestic electrical installations.

Lightning surge arrester for Type 1/2/3

ISO 9001 European designed & manufactured.

K-TYPE CABLE MARKERS

K-TYPE TIE-ON CABLE MARKERS

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.

Key Features

Manufactured from PVC

Temperature rating -45°C to +70°C

Resistant to sea water, fuels & oils

K-TYPE CARRIERS

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.

Key Features

PVC self-extinguishing to UL94V-2

Temperature rating -45°C to +70°C

Resistant to sea water, fuels & oils

K-TYPE CABLE MARKER KITS

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.

Key Features

Available in Black/White or Black/Yellow

Temperature rating -45°C to +70°C

Manufactured from PVC

BRADY® PRINTERS & LABELS

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BRADY® M211 LABEL PRINTER

Brady® M211 Label Printer is simple and intuitive. You can now preview and print labels from the industry leading Express Labels App using your smart phone. Now with both pre-sized and continuous labels in 90+ cartridges.

Key Features

Lightweight only 0.5kg

Print resolution 203 dpi

Bluetooth 5.0 enabled

BRADY® M211 CARTRIDGES

Key Features

Available in Black/White, Black/Yellow or White/Red

Brady® M211 Cartridges are ideal for component and equipment labelling, facility identification, pipe and valve labelling, warehouse marking, laboratory and electrical identification. Temperature rating -40°C to +80°C

For use with M210 and M211 label printer

BRADY® M211 LABEL PRINTER KIT

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.

Key Features

Lightweight only 0.5kg

Print resolution 203 dpi

Bluetooth 5.0 enabled

CUSTOM IDENTIFICATION service

printing & engraving

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 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.

Why choose us?

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

DIN rail terminal markers

Stainless steel markers & tags

Tie-on cable markers

Desktop printing systems

CUSTOM IDENTIFICATION service VIEW RANGE

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.

Key Features

Highly durable, suitable for indoor & outdoor use

Temperature rating -40°C to +70°C

Flammability rating 94HB UL94

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.

Key Features

Highly durable, suitable for indoor & outdoor use

Temperature rating -40°C to +70°C

High quality adhesive