Panduit CD-920-250 Crimp Die for CT-920/CT-930 250 kcmil Compression Tooling
Overview
The Panduit CD-920-250 is a replacement and supplemental crimp die designed specifically for use with Panduit's CT-920 and CT-930 compression tool platforms. It handles 250 kcmil copper conductors, 250 kcmil flexible copper conductors, 4/0 AWG aluminum conductors, and the metric equivalent at 120mm² — making it one of the heavier-duty dies in Panduit's Panduit compression tooling line. If you're terminating large-gauge feeder conductors in commercial power distribution, industrial panels, or data center power infrastructure, the CD-920-250 (often searched as CD 920 250) covers the conductor sizes that sit at the upper end of most facility wiring work.
The die is color-coded yellow for copper terminations and ruby for aluminum — a straightforward system that reduces mis-die errors on the job when multiple die sets are in rotation. Die number P62 is stamped into the die body, providing a permanent identification reference that survives field use. Sold as a single die (quantity of 1), this is the correct part to order when a die is lost, damaged, or when expanding a CT-920/CT-930 kit to cover 250 kcmil work that wasn't anticipated at initial tool purchase.
Key Features
- 250 kcmil Copper Compatibility: Covers both standard 250 kcmil and 250 kcmil flexible stranded conductors — the flexibility rating matters for conduit pulls where the conductor needs to bend around tight corners before termination. One die handles both variants, avoiding a second SKU in your inventory.
- 4/0 AWG Aluminum Support: Aluminum conductors at 4/0 AWG are common in service entrances and feeder runs where weight and cost drive the conductor choice over copper. This same die set supports that work, with the ruby color code distinguishing aluminum dies from copper (yellow) dies at a glance — critical when you're working fast in a panel with multiple die sets on the bench.
- 120mm² Metric Sizing: For projects specified to IEC or metric standards — industrial equipment imports, international facilities, or projects where drawings list conductor size in mm² — 120mm² aligns directly with 250 kcmil. The die handles metric-spec work without a separate procurement.
- Die Number P62 Stamping: The P62 identification is permanently marked on the die body. This matters for cable management and tooling documentation in facilities with calibration records or tool logs — you can verify the correct die is installed without hunting through spec sheets.
- Yellow / Ruby Color Coding: Panduit's color system assigns yellow to copper dies and ruby to aluminum dies. In a multi-die kit shared across a crew, color coding reduces the risk of a mis-crimped termination — a failure mode that typically only surfaces under load.
- CT-920 and CT-930 Platform Fit: The die is engineered for the CT-920 and CT-930 compression tools, which are the correct compression tool platforms for large-conductor work in this range. Confirm your tool model before ordering — dies are not cross-compatible across different Panduit compression tool families.
- Single-Unit Packaging: Sold individually (quantity: 1), so you can replace a single damaged or missing die without purchasing a full kit. This is the right order quantity for most repair or supplemental scenarios.
Integration & Compatibility
The CD-920-250 is designed exclusively for the Panduit CT-920 and CT-930 compression tool platforms. It is not compatible with other Panduit compression tool models (CT-940, CT-500, or lighter-duty platforms) or with third-party tools. If you are equipping a new crew or expanding coverage to aluminum conductors, verify that the existing tool in the field is specifically the CT-920 or CT-930 before ordering this die.
For projects requiring coverage across multiple conductor sizes — common in large commercial or industrial panel work — Panduit offers a full range of dies within the CT-920/CT-930 ecosystem, each color-coded and die-numbered for the specific conductor size. The CD-920-250 covers the 250 kcmil / 4/0 AWG / 120mm² tier. Pair with the appropriate compression connectors and lugs rated for 250 kcmil to complete the termination assembly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which compression tools is the CD-920-250 compatible with?
A: The CD-920-250 is designed for use with the Panduit CT-920 and CT-930 compression tools. It is not compatible with other Panduit tool models or third-party compression tools.
Q: Does the CD-920-250 handle both copper and aluminum conductors?
A: Yes. The CD-920-250 supports 250 kcmil copper (including 250 kcmil flexible), and 4/0 AWG aluminum (with a secondary 3/0 AWG aluminum rating). The yellow color code indicates the copper die set; ruby indicates aluminum use.
Q: What is the metric equivalent conductor size for this die?
A: The CD-920-250 covers 120mm² metric conductors, which corresponds to the 250 kcmil copper range.
Q: What does the die number P62 indicate?
A: P62 is the Panduit die identification number stamped permanently into the die body. It identifies the specific conductor size and die geometry, allowing verification against tool documentation or facility calibration records without referencing a separate spec sheet.
Q: Is the CD-920-250 sold as a single die or as a set?
A: It is sold as a single die (package quantity: 1). This makes it practical for replacing a lost or damaged die without purchasing a complete kit.
Q: What conductor sizes does this die NOT cover?
A: The CD-920-250 is specific to 250 kcmil copper / 4/0 AWG aluminum / 120mm². For other conductor sizes (e.g., 300 kcmil, 350 kcmil, or smaller gauges), a different die SKU within the CT-920/CT-930 die family is required.
The CD-920-250 sits at the upper end of the CT-920/CT-930 die range — 250 kcmil copper and 4/0 AWG aluminum are the conductor sizes you encounter on main feeder runs, not branch circuits. When I spec this die, it's usually for a commercial service entrance or a large industrial panel where the electricians are already running the CT-920 platform and need to add large-conductor capability without sourcing a second tool family. The die number P62 and the yellow/ruby color coding are practical details that matter more than they sound when you have multiple die sets in a bag.
Technical Highlights:
- 250 kcmil Copper + Flexible: Both standard and flexible 250 kcmil are covered by this single die — the flexible variant is important for terminations at equipment where the conductor has to make a tight bend before the lug seats.
- 4/0 AWG Aluminum: Aluminum feeder work at this gauge is common in cost-sensitive commercial construction. The ruby color code on the aluminum die set is the quick-check that the correct die is loaded before the crimp cycle completes.
- 3/0 AWG Aluminum Secondary Rating: The CD-920-250 also carries a 3/0 AWG aluminum rating, which gives a small overlap buffer when field conductor sizing has been adjusted during design — one die covers a two-gauge aluminum range.
Deployment Considerations:
- Confirm the tool in the field is specifically CT-920 or CT-930 before ordering — Panduit die sets are not cross-compatible between tool platforms, and returning the wrong die from a job site is avoidable with a 30-second model check.
- At package quantity of 1, this is a single-die order. If you're kitting a new crew for a project with mixed conductor sizes, order the full range of CT-920/CT-930 dies at the same time rather than running individual reorders mid-project.
This die is the correct specification for electrical contractors working on commercial service entrances, large industrial panel feeders, or data center power distribution infrastructure where 250 kcmil copper or 4/0 AWG aluminum conductors are in the scope of work and the CT-920/CT-930 is already the platform on site.
