Bus bar Rittal SV 9686.548, copper, 2 pcs, 700 mm

Rittal SV 9686.548 is a pair of copper bus bars, each 700 mm long, designed for use in electrical distribution and control cabinet installations. Manufactured from electrolytic copper to the DIN EN 13601 standard, the bars are supplied as two pieces and include integral punchings for straightforward mounting and secure electrical connections. The product is intended to provide a reliable conductive path for PE/PEN applications and other earthing or neutral bus requirements within switchgear and panel systems.

Advantages

The bus bars are made from high-conductivity copper, offering low resistance and efficient current carrying capability. Delivered as a matched pair, they simplify replacement or extension tasks and help ensure consistent electrical performance. Integral punchings reduce the need for additional drilling during installation and help maintain mechanical stability and repeatable connection points.

Suitable for (tasks / use cases)

• Earthing and PEN/PE bus applications in distribution boards and control cabinets
• Connecting protective earth and neutral conductors between components in switchgear
• Electrical panel upgrades, retrofits, or new installations requiring copper bus conductors
• Industrial and commercial electrical distribution systems where DIN-standard components are used

When it may not be suitable

This product is specifically a set of solid copper bus bars and is not suitable where insulated, flexible bus systems or busbars with integrated insulation are required. It is also unsuitable for installations that demand dimensions, mounting hole patterns or clearances different from those provided by the 40 x 10 mm profile and the included punchings. For environments requiring corrosion-resistant alloys or plated conductors, alternative materials should be considered.

Key specifications

• Material: Electrolytic copper
• Quantity: 2 pieces per pack
• Length: 700 mm
• Cross-section/profile: 40 x 10 mm
• Standard: Manufactured to DIN EN 13601
• Feature: Integral punchings for mounting and connections

How to use

Plan the bus bar layout within the distribution or control cabinet, ensuring correct clearance, earthing practices and current ratings. Position the bus bars using the integral punchings and secure them to the mounting surface or standoffs with appropriate hardware. Make bolted connections to protective earth or neutral conductors with compatible terminal hardware and torque settings to ensure reliable electrical and mechanical contact. Verify continuity and insulation of adjacent circuits before energizing the installation.

What to consider before purchase

• Confirm that a 700 mm length and 40 x 10 mm profile fit the intended cabinet and mounting arrangement
• Ensure copper bus bars meet required current-carrying capacity and local electrical regulations for PE/PEN use
• Check that the provided punching pattern aligns with the terminal hardware and standoff positions you plan to use
• Assess environmental conditions (corrosive atmospheres, humidity) that might require alternative materials or coatings

Usage recommendations

Use qualified personnel for installation and ensure all connections are tightened to the specified torque values. Maintain appropriate clearances and follow applicable standards for earthing and protection when integrating the bus bars into switchgear or control panels.