Overview
The nVent ERICO CADWELD NCR162G is a graphite mold engineered for cable-to-cable-to-ground rod exothermic welding connections. Part of the NC mold family, this mold accommodates two 2/0 concentric conductors with a nominal outer diameter of 0.42 in. and a 5/8 in. copper-bonded ground rod (actual diameter 0.563 in.). The vertical split mold design enables straightforward use in the field without wear plates or a split crucible. Compatible welding material is CADWELD 200 or 200PLUSF20 (sold separately), and the required handle clamp is the L160 (sold separately).
Features
- Forms a permanent, low-resistance exothermic connection
- Provides a molecular bond between conductors and ground rod
- Connection rated with the same current capacity as the conductor
- Portable installation — no external power source required
- Connections can be visually inspected for quality assurance
- Installers can be quickly trained to make CADWELD connections
- Mold split: vertical; no wear plates or split crucible
Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Part Number | NCR162G |
| Mold Family | NC |
| Material | Graphite |
| Conductor 1 | 2/0 Concentric |
| Conductor 1 OD, Nominal | 0.42 in. |
| Conductor 2 | 2/0 Concentric |
| Conductor 2 OD, Nominal | 0.42 in. |
| Ground Rod Diameter, Nominal | 5/8 in. |
| Ground Rod Diameter, Actual | 0.563 in. |
| Ground Rod Type | Copper-Bonded |
| Mold Split | Vertical |
| Split Crucible | No |
| Wear Plates | No |
| Welding Material Required | 200 or 200PLUSF20 (sold separately) |
| Handle Clamp | L160 (sold separately) |
| UPC | 78285654622 |
| UNSPSC | 39121457 |
| Country of Origin | United States |






