At T and A Tools, we're proud to offer the Burndy W248 Die — price: $83.99. This die is built for professionals who need reliable, repeatable compression crimps on large conductors in utility and industrial settings.

Overview

The Burndy W248 Die ($83.99) is a stainless-steel, W-style compression die engineered to produce uniform, circumferential crimps. Its radial, non-butting twin-die design—often described as a W- or U-style—ensures superior mechanical integrity for splices and terminations on large conductors.

Key Features

• Material: Stainless steel for durability and corrosion resistance.
• Type: W-/U-style, radial, non-butting twin die for uniform circumferential crimps.
• Die Index: 246/248 embossed and color-keyed on each die for quick identification.
• Compatible Tools: Works with Burndy MD6, MD7, Y500CTHS, PAT600, and PATMD crimping tools.
• Application: Specifically made for 477 kcmil steel conductors and ASCR static wire #80 — suitable for deadend and splicing applications.
• Crimp Force: Requires a 6-ton crimper for proper installation.
• Compliance: This specialized compression die may not carry CSA or ETL certifications, which is common for dedicated compression tooling.

Why Choose the Burndy W248 Die?

We recommend the Burndy W248 Die ($83.99) when you need:

• Consistent, circumferential crimps that maintain both mechanical strength and electrical continuity.
• Durability and corrosion resistance for outdoor utility applications.
• A die that clearly identifies itself with an embossed, color-keyed index (246/248) to speed up jobsite selection.

Typical Usage Scenarios

• Utility linemen performing deadend installations or splices on overhead lines.
• Splicing and terminating large-gauge steel and ACSR conductors where mechanical integrity is critical.
• Industrial projects requiring a reliable compression die compatible with Burndy hydraulic and pneumatic crimping heads.

Ordering & Support

Order the Burndy W248 Die for $83.99 from our product page. If you have any questions about compatibility with your existing crimper model or about recommended procedures for field installation, contact our technical team — we're happy to help ensure you get the right die and the correct tooling setup for your application.