Bus bar Rittal SV 9650.202, copper, 451 mm, single-piece

Rittal SV 9650.202 is a single-piece copper bus bar with a length of 451 mm and a large rectangular cross section. Manufactured for use in electrical distribution and power bus systems, this solid copper conductor is intended for mounting inside enclosures and switchgear where a reliable low-resistance connection is required. The product is compatible with industrial control cabinets and power distribution installations that accept a compact, high-capacity bus bar with a 60x60 mm footprint and a substantial conductor cross-section.

Advantages

The single-piece construction ensures uninterrupted conductivity and reduces the number of connections, which helps to minimise contact resistance and potential hot spots. Copper material offers high electrical conductivity and good thermal performance for steady current carrying capacity. The compact 451 mm length and 60x60 mm dimensional profile allow installation in confined cabinet layouts while still providing a large effective conductor area for demanding distribution tasks.

Suitable for

• Power distribution busbar systems inside industrial control cabinets
• Switchgear and distribution panels requiring a compact, high-conductivity connector
• Applications where a single-piece bus bar reduces joint count and improves reliability
• Retrofit or new installations with limited internal mounting space

When it may not be suitable

This copper bus bar is intended for electrical distribution systems sized around its physical dimensions and conductor capacity; it may not be suitable for installations that require longer lengths or different geometries such as perforated, insulated, or segmented bus bars. It is not a complete busbar assembly — additional mounting hardware, insulation, or protective components may be required depending on your panel design and safety standards.

Key specifications

• Material: Copper
• Overall length: 451 mm
• Profile dimensions: 60 x 60 mm
• Conductor cross-section area: 2323 mm²
• Form: Single-piece solid bus bar

How to use

Install the bus bar in the enclosure as part of the power distribution assembly, ensuring it is mechanically supported and electrically connected according to the cabinet layout and busbar system design. Verify alignment with mounting points and prepare mating conductors or terminals to match the bar’s cross-section. Tighten connections to the torque values and installation procedures specified by the enclosure or switchgear manufacturer, and apply appropriate insulation or barriers where required by electrical safety standards.

What to consider before purchase

• Compatibility with your cabinet or switchgear mounting system and available internal space
• Required current carrying capacity and thermal dissipation for your application
• Need for additional mounting brackets, insulators, covers, or protective hardware
• Compliance with applicable electrical codes and safety standards for busbar installations

Usage recommendations

Plan the bus bar layout to minimise joint count and ensure adequate clearance to other live parts. Use appropriate insulating barriers and torque-controlled fasteners during assembly, and verify connections under load conditions as part of commissioning and routine maintenance.