Comprehensive Guide to Copper Busbar Processing Machines: Functions, Structure, Parameters, Selection, and Applications
What is a copper busbar processing machine?
The copper busbar processing machine is specialized production equipment for the electrical complete-set industry. This hydraulic copper busbar processing machine can complete cutting, punching, bending, embossing, chamfering, and other processing operations in one go. It processes raw materials into specialized conductive components for distribution boxes, switchgear, and other equipment, efficiently replacing traditional manual operations, greatly improving production efficiency, and expanding production capacity.
Core functions of a copper busbar processing machine
● Punching function
Adopts a ductile iron forged six-station integrated rotary table, which can accommodate dies of different sizes and shapes, eliminating the need for frequent die changes and providing high efficiency. The rotary table is machined as a single piece, better ensuring the concentricity of the upper and lower dies; the die mounting holes are CNC-machined, offering high precision and long service life. By changing dies, it can punch round holes, oval holes, square holes, and other irregularly shaped holes, and can also perform busbar chamfering.
●Shearing function
Adopts a thickened ductile iron center crossbeam, ensuring no deformation during long-term use and improving machine stability. The notching shear structure ensures smooth, burr-free cut surfaces with no waste, saving material.
●Bending function
Provides more uniform processing when performing flat bending and embossing, improving positioning accuracy. The double-layer worktable allows the three units to operate simultaneously without interference. By changing dies, it can precisely perform flat bending, edgewise bending, embossing, terminal lug pressing, copper bar bending, twisting, and other operations.
●CNC system
Uses Siemens PLC control for simple operation; bending angle is automatically controlled, and the system has a storage function for convenient saving and retrieval at any time. Automatic shutdown time can be set for greater energy efficiency. The system also features a fine-tuning function for greater convenience.
Copper busbar processing machine structural components
●Hydraulic Power Unit
consisting of a motor, hydraulic oil pump, oil tank, pressure gauge, solenoid valve, and relief valve, providing hydraulic power support for the three workstations.
●Three Independent Processing Workstations
Shearing Workstation: Consists of a shearing cylinder, upper and lower shearing blades, blade holder, and workstation support frame, used for shearing and cutting copper busbars.
Punching Workstation: Consists of a punching cylinder, fixed punch, die, positioning ruler, workstation support frame, guide assembly, etc., used to punch various types of holes in busbars.
Bending Workstation: Consists of a bending cylinder, bending punch and die, positioning stop ruler, fixed die holder, workstation support frame, guide assembly, etc., used for bending busbars.
●Machine Body and Frame
Integrated frame welded from thickened steel plates, with strong load-bearing capacity, stable structure, wear resistance and durability, and resistance to deformation.
●Operation Control System
Consists of workstation operation switches and buttons, emergency stop button, power switch button, and solenoid valve coils, allowing independent control.
●Hydraulic Piping Assembly
Consists of high-pressure oil pipes, sealing rings, oil pipe fixing brackets, and hydraulic piping. Mainly used to transport hydraulic oil and transmit pressure to the cylinders of each unit.
●Matching Die Components
Standard die set supplied with the copper busbar processing machine: 1 set of shearing dies, 8 sets of punching dies, 5 sets of bending dies
●Accessories: 1 relay, 1 proximity switch, 1 punch pin, 1 laser light, 3 foot pedals, 1 sealing ring, 1 oil filling can, 1 lubrication can, 1 hex key
Copper Busbar Processing Machine Buying Guide
The customer only needs to provide the maximum width and thickness of the copper busbar to be processed, and our technical engineers can match a suitable busbar processing machine model. The copper busbar processing machines from Fenghua Busbar Processing Equipment Manufacturer are available in three models, equipped with 300KN, 500KN, and 800KN hydraulic power systems. The technical parameter table for each model is as follows:
| Item | MX-303KSSK/303BSSK | MX-503BSSK | MX-803BSSK |
| Maximum processing width | 160mm | 260mm | 300mm |
| Maximum processing thickness | 16mm | 16mm | 20mm |
| Nominal punching force | 400KN | 500KN | 800KN |
| Punching range | φ4.3- φ34mm | φ4.3- φ34mm | φ4.3- φ34mm |
| Nominal shearing force | 400KN | 500KN | 800KN |
| Nominal bending force | 400KN | 500KN | 800KN |
| Maximum vertical bending width | 100mm | 100mm | 100mm |
| Maximum vertical bending thickness | 10mm | 10mm | 10mm |
| Motor power | 3×4 KW | 3×5.5 KW | 3×7.5 KW |
Number of punching stations | Six-module positions | Six-module positions | Six-module positions |
| Oil tank capacity | 90kg | 110kg | 110kg |
| Bending accuracy | ± 1 ° | ± 1 ° | ± 1 ° |
| Repeat bending accuracy | ±0.2° | ±0.2° | ±0.2° |
| Overall dimensions | 1780*1400*1400mm | 1800*1500*1400mm | 1950*1550*1400mm |
| Machine weight | 1500kg | 1900kg | 2300kg |
Warm reminder:
1.Our company's equipment has a default voltage of three-phase 380V 50HZ.If the voltage overseas is different, Fenghua busbar processing equipment manufacturer can customize the voltage for you, such as 400V 50HZ、380V 60HZ, etc.
2.When purchasing a copper busbar processing machine, don't just look at the technical parameters; also consider current production and long-term development.If you anticipate an increase in orders and more busbar processing specifications, prioritize a busbar machine model with strong processing capabilities and greater room for expansion.Our company also offers CNC busbar punching and shearing machines, CNC busbar processing machines, and other products for you to choose from.A stable, durable copper busbar processing machine with suitable production capacity and simple operation can effectively improve production efficiency and reduce labor costs.
How to use a copper busbar processing machine?
First select the appropriate die. The operator operates the shearing, punching, and bending stations respectively, simultaneously completing busbar cutting, punching, and bending.
Shearing unit: Adjust the length adjuster to set the cutting size of the copper bar.
The punching unit relies on the scale lines to manually calibrate the punching position and complete the punching.
The bending unit can set the bending angle parameters of the copper bar on the touchscreen panel and manually position the bending location with the aid of the scale lines.
Based on the die specifications for different equipment models, our technicians have provided the punching capacity range for each die
as shown in the table below:
Mold | MX-303BSSK | MX-503BSSK | MX-803BSSK |
Φ7 | 2-8mm | 2-8mm | 2-8mm |
Φ9 | 2-10mm | 2-10mm | 2-10mm |
Φ11 | 6-12mm | 6-12mm | 6-12mm |
Φ13 | 6-15mm | 6-15mm | 6-15mm |
Φ17 | 6-15mm | 6-15mm | 6-15mm |
Φ21 | 8-20mm | 8-20mm | 8-20mm |
Φ13*18 | 8-15mm | 8-20mm | 8-20mm |
Φ17*21 | 8-15mm | 8-20mm | 8-20mm |
Copper busbar processing machine applicable industries andusage scenarios
Power Distribution Cabinet Manufacturing Industry
The production of power distribution cabinets involves complex workpieces. Copper busbar processing machines can accommodate busbars of various specifications, reducing labor costs and improving production efficiency.
High- and Low-Voltage Switchgear Manufacturing Industry
Copper busbar processing machines are used in the production of high- and low-voltage switchgear, efficiently completing a series of processes for copper and aluminum bars, including cutting, punching, bending, and embossing.
Busbar Trunking Manufacturing Industry
Busbar trunking production requires extensive busbar processing. This copper busbar machine can continuously complete multiple processes, including shearing, punching, and bending, improving production efficiency and accommodating various busbar trunking specifications.
Transformer Manufacturing Industry
Transformers have extremely high requirements for busbar dimensional accuracy. This copper busbar processing machine can stably and efficiently meet the processing requirements of the transformer industry through shearing, punching, bending, and a CNC control system.
New Energy Manufacturing Industry
In the new energy industry, the processing of copper bars for equipment such as energy storage cabinets, photovoltaic inverters, and wind power converters has high requirements for busbar dimensions, shapes, and processing consistency. At the same time, copper bars usually require insulation treatment, and copper busbar machines can meet the mass production needs of new energy projects for multi-specification, high-precision busbars.
Copper Busbar Processing Machine Product Advantages
⬤Fenghua is a professional busbar processing equipment manufacturer, capable of providing one-stop production from component processing to complete machine assembly, with strict quality control throughout the process.
⬤One copper busbar processing machine can complete busbar shearing, punching, bending, and other processing operations, while occupying little floor space and being easy to operate.
⬤The main body of the machine is made of ductile cast iron, ensuring precise and stable operation and a long service life. The oil pump uses imported hydraulic cylinder seals, preventing aging and oil leakage even after years of use. Low-voltage electrical components use Schneider products, providing more stable operation and helping enterprises reduce maintenance costs.
⬤The hydraulic system of the copper busbar processing machine is stable, and the sheared surfaces of copper and aluminum busbars are smooth and burr-free, with no waste. The busbar machine uses a rotary six-station punching system. By changing the dies, it can punch round holes, oblong holes, square holes, and irregularly shaped holes, and it also supports customized solutions, making operation simple. Bending is controlled by a Siemens PLC, which can precisely control the bending angle. Different bending dies can be customized according to customer requirements. The system also has a storage function, allowing previously saved busbar processing parameters to be recalled at any time.
⬤We can customize the voltage of the copper busbar processing machine according to the requirements of overseas customers, and also support OEM branding and customized equipment nameplates.
⬤Daily maintenance is simple, and comprehensive after-sales support for international trade is provided. The machine is widely used for busbar processing in distribution cabinets, busbar trunking systems, and photovoltaic energy storage cabinets.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can the copper busbar processing machine only process copper bars? Can it process aluminum bars?
A:Of course, it can. This copper busbar machine supports the processing of both copper and aluminum bars, and can handle all three processes: cutting, punching, and bending. Among them, copper bars have high electrical conductivity and are the most commonly used processing material in the industry.
Q: Is the copper busbar processing machine difficult to operate?
A:The copper busbar machine is easy to operate. Personnel with no prior experience can get started after a short period of training, with no need for experienced technicians, and one person can complete the entire processing workflow.
Q: Can the copper busbar machine perform chamfering?
A:Yes, it can process the edges of busbars to remove burrs and sharp corners, making the edges smoother, improving installation safety and the appearance of the product.
Q: What punching dies are included as standard with the copper busbar processing machine? Can they be customized?
A:The standard factory-supplied dies include round holes: 7, 9, 11, 13, 17, 21 models, and oblong holes: 13*18 17*21. In addition, we can provide one-to-one customization according to the customer's processing requirements. Whether rectangular or irregularly shaped holes, they can be customized. The installation method is compatible with the standard dies, so they can be directly replaced, accommodating punching of copper bars in various special specifications as well as non-standard busbar punching requirements such as irregular busbar processing.
Q: Can the copper busbar processing machine perform embossing? Can it twist bars into a twisted pattern?
A:Yes, the standard cutting, punching, and bending functions can complete the embossing process. The twisted-pattern function is optional and requires additional customization of dedicated dies.



















