Panduit KC22-6 Pan-Lug™ Hex Crimp Die for 6 AWG Conductors

The Panduit KC22-6 is a precision hex crimp die engineered for 6 AWG class K flexible stranded copper conductors, delivering repeatable, code-compliant terminations in battery banks, UPS installations, solar arrays, and DC power distribution systems. Designed for use with Panduit CT-3001/ST, CT-3001/CCP, Greenlee EK622L, Schleuniger CT60, and Wezag UP60 crimping tools, this die produces hex-style crimps that maximize contact area and minimize resistance in high-current DC applications. Color-coded for quick visual matching to connector barrel markings, the KC22-6 embosses its die index number directly onto each crimp for permanent post-installation inspection and traceability.

Key Features

Hex crimp style for premium electrical and mechanical performance in DC power terminations

6 AWG class K flexible stranded copper conductor compatibility

Multi-tool compatibility: CT-3001/ST, CT-3001/CCP, Greenlee EK622L, Schleuniger CT60, Wezag UP60

Color-coded die body for fast visual matching to color-marked connector barrels

Embosses die index number on connector barrel for post-crimp inspection and compliance documentation

Permanently marked part number on die for field identification and inventory control

Black oxide finish resists corrosion in harsh environments

Single-die package for targeted gauge additions or replacement

The hex crimp profile produced by the KC22-6 die compresses the conductor barrel into six flat contact surfaces rather than a round or indent style. This geometry distributes mechanical stress evenly across the stranded copper conductor while maximizing the effective contact area between conductor and barrel. In DC power applications—where voltage drop and heat generation are critical—hex crimps consistently outperform round crimps by 15-20% in pull-force testing and exhibit lower contact resistance under thermal cycling. The die's precision-ground forming surfaces ensure uniform compression across the entire barrel length, eliminating voids and preventing strand breakage that can degrade electrical performance over time. For integrators installing battery strings, solar combiner boxes, or datacenter DC bus bars, the KC22-6 delivers the mechanical integrity required for NEC Article 250 grounding and bonding connections where a single failed termination can cascade into system-wide faults.

Tool compatibility is non-negotiable in the field—this die is machined to fit Panduit's CT-3001 family, Greenlee's EK622L battery tool, and the Schleuniger CT60 and Wezag UP60 production crimpers. Each tool's die retention mechanism and ram stroke are calibrated to the die's geometry; using an incorrect die results in under-crimped (loose) or over-crimped (crushed strand) terminations that fail prematurely. The color-coding system—matching die body color to the connector manufacturer's barrel marking—eliminates guesswork during multi-gauge installations where a technician may be switching between 6 AWG, 4 AWG, and 2 AWG runs on the same job. The embossed die index number provides permanent proof of proper tooling for inspection and commissioning signoff, a requirement in many jurisdictions for critical infrastructure installations.

The KC22-6 is purpose-built for battery and UPS terminations where 6 AWG flexible stranded copper is the standard for 12V, 24V, and 48V DC circuits up to 75A continuous. Common applications include VRLA battery string interconnects in UPS rooms, solar charge controller wiring, telecom rectifier feeds, and emergency lighting inverter connections. Black oxide finish protects the die in high-humidity mechanical rooms and outdoor solar installations. Whether you're replacing a worn die from a high-volume production environment or adding 6 AWG capacity to your crimping kit for a datacenter expansion, the KC22-6 ensures every termination meets the electrical and mechanical performance standards that prevent downtime in mission-critical power systems.