Mini-gang terminal pressed | external left-hand thread | A4 | M8446
INSTALLATION: Pressed terminal – requires pressing tools (hand press, hydraulic press, or rolling machine) and is normally installed by a rigger or cable workshop. Cannot be installed with standard hand tools. Want to install it yourself? See our press-free DIY terminals.
LEFT-HAND THREAD, SHORT THREAD: This terminal has an external left-hand thread and is used in pairs with a right-hand thread terminal of the same size, so that the cable is tensioned when a turnbuckle body is rotated. See Mini-gang terminal pressed | external right-hand thread | A4 | M8445. If you need a longer thread, see M8448 with long left-hand thread.
Mini-gang terminal pressed with external left-hand thread in A4 stainless steel, also called mini pressed terminal left, mini rolling terminal LH, or mini stud terminal LH, is intended for use in corrosive and marine environments. The terminal is pressed (rolled) onto the cable and has a short external left-hand thread at the other end. The product is used where the cable is to be tensioned with a turnbuckle body together with a right-hand thread terminal. It is suitable for professional installations where a long service life and consistent performance are crucial.
APPLICATION AREA
The product is used in cable railings and railing infill in building and interior environments, boat railings and bow rails, as well as small stays where the cable is tensioned with a turnbuckle body. It is intended for applications where the choice of material provides the necessary protection against corrosion and mechanical stress. Available for 3 mm (M5), 4 mm (M6), 5 mm (M8), and 6 mm (M10) cable, all with left-hand thread.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Product type: Fitting
- Product family: Cable terminal (mini-gang terminal, mini pressed terminal, rolling terminal)
- Material class: A4 (AISI 316, acid-resistant)
- Design: External left-hand thread (LH), short thread, without nut
- Installation: Pressed/rolled on with pressing tools (not press-free/DIY)
- Thread dimension: M5–M10 left-hand thread
- Cable dimension: 3–6 mm
- Total length: 50–85 mm
- Environment: Marine
- Delivery unit: Piece
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)
When do I need a left-hand thread?
When the cable is to be tensioned with a turnbuckle body. The body has a right-hand thread at one end and a left-hand thread at the other, so you need a right-hand thread terminal (M8445) and a left-hand thread terminal (M8446) of the same size. Two left-hand thread terminals do not work in the same body.
What is the difference compared to M8448 with a long thread?
M8446 has a short thread (total length 50–85 mm). M8448 has a longer thread (total length 90–125 mm), which provides a longer tensioning range. The pressing sleeve is the same.
What is the difference between a pressed and a press-free (DIY) thread terminal?
A pressed thread terminal has a smooth sleeve that is clamped onto the cable with pressing tools. It provides a slim, permanent connection but requires tools and cannot be removed without cutting the cable. A press-free DIY terminal has a cone and is installed with standard wrenches. This product is pressed.
Can you press the terminal for me?
No, we only sell the components. Contact a rigger or cable workshop, or choose a press-free DIY terminal that you install yourself.
What is the difference between A2 and A4?
A4 (AISI 316) contains molybdenum and is acid-resistant, which provides better resistance to salt and chlorides than A2 (AISI 304). A4 is recommended for boats and coastal environments.