At T and A Tools, we stock the Burndy U26ART Die ($130.99), a stainless steel compression die engineered for reliable, code-compliant crimps on 2/0 AWG aluminum cable lugs and splices. This die is color-keyed OLIVE and die coded 297 for quick identification on the jobsite.

Why the U26ART Die?

The U26ART is built for professionals who need consistent, circumferential crimps on aluminum conductors. Its stainless steel construction delivers durability and corrosion resistance, and the U-style circular, butting twin design produces secure mechanical and electrical terminations when used with compatible Burndy hydraulic crimpers.

Key Features

• Material: Stainless steel for strength and corrosion resistance
• Die Index / Color Code: Die index 297 — color-keyed OLIVE for quick identification
• Wire Size: Specifically for 2/0 AWG aluminum conductors
• Design: U-style, circular, butting twin die for full circumferential crimps
• Crimp Force Capacity: Rated for up to 12-ton force
• Standards: RoHS compliant
• Packaging: Sold individually as a die set ("die only")

Compatibility

The Burndy U26ART Die works with a range of Burndy hydraulic crimpers:

• Y35
• Y750
• PAT750
• PAT750XT-18V
• Y46 (requires PUADP1 die adapter)
• PAT46 (requires PUADP1 die adapter)

Typical Use-Cases

This die is commonly used by electrical utility linemen and contractors for:

• Power distribution terminations
• Industrial and commercial panel terminations
• Any application requiring secure connections on 2/0 AWG aluminum conductors with lugs or splices

Specification Summary

Ready to order? Get the Burndy U26ART Die — $130.99.

If you have questions about tool compatibility, adapters, or which die is right for your job, contact our sales team and we'll help match the right Burndy dies and crimpers to your application.