BURNDY T3

About BURNDY T3

BURNDY is a manufacturer of electrical connectors and installation tooling, with a history dating to 1924. The company's product range includes compression connectors, terminals, and the tooling required to install them. The BURNDY T3 designation refers to a generation of battery-powered crimping tools within the PATRIOT® line, which is designed for field installation of connectors on copper and aluminum conductors. These tools are used in utility, industrial, and commercial electrical work where reliable, repeatable crimps are required.

The T3 series includes several models with different force ratings and head designs. The PAT750T3 is a die-type tool with a C-head that accepts U dies, rated for copper cable up to 750 kcmil. The PAT46T3 is a 15-ton die-type tool that accepts P/U dies and handles copper cable up to 1,500 kcmil. The PAT444ST3 is an 11-ton dieless tool for copper cable from 4 AWG to 1,000 kcmil. All three are powered by an 18V battery system; the PAT46T3 and PAT444ST3 use Makita 18V LXT batteries, while the PAT750T3 also operates on an 18V battery. The tools feature a C-head design that allows the operator to position the connector without rotating the tool around the cable, which is useful in confined spaces.

These crimpers are intended for installing compression connectors, lugs, and splices on power cables. The die-type models require interchangeable dies to match the connector and conductor size, while the dieless model uses a self-contained mechanism that adjusts to the conductor. The T3 technology refers to the tool's hydraulic system and electronic controls, which monitor crimp completion and provide feedback to the operator. The tools are built for repetitive use in outdoor and industrial environments.

3G Electric supplies BURNDY T3 crimping tools and related accessories to buyers worldwide. The product line includes multiple SKUs covering different force ratings, die systems, and battery platforms. Because these tools are often specified by the connector type and conductor range, 3G Electric provides detailed specifications for each SKU, including maximum copper capacity, die compatibility, and battery requirements. This allows procurement and maintenance teams to match the tool to the connectors they already use. 3G Electric also supports logistics for international shipments, including documentation and freight coordination, so that tools can be delivered to job sites or warehouses outside the manufacturer's home region. For plant engineers and maintenance managers, the availability of individual SKUs and replacement parts through a single distributor simplifies inventory management. The BURNDY T3 line is part of a broader offering of electrical installation equipment, and 3G Electric can provide information on compatible dies, batteries, and chargers to support the complete tool system.

Common Applications

• Utility power distribution — BURNDY PAT46T3 15-ton crimper for installing compression connectors on 1,500 kcmil copper cable.
• Industrial plant maintenance — BURNDY PAT750T3 die-type crimper for terminating 750 kcmil copper conductors in switchgear.
• Commercial electrical construction — BURNDY PAT444ST3 dieless crimper for 4 AWG to 1,000 kcmil copper cable terminations.
• Substation grounding — BURNDY T3 crimpers with appropriate dies for copper grounding connections.
• Renewable energy installations — BURNDY PAT750T3 for crimping lugs on inverter and transformer cables.
• Data center power distribution — BURNDY PAT444ST3 for dieless crimping of large copper power cables.