Which connectors is this crimping die designed for?

It is designed for crimping MC4 and MC4 EVO2 solar connectors on photovoltaic cables.

What cable capacities does this die support?

The die features crimp positions for wire sizes of 2.5 mm², 4.0 mm², and 6.0 mm² (AWG 14, 12, and 10).

Can this crimping die be used as a standalone tool?

No, it is a replaceable die that must be installed into a compatible Knipex crimp system tool.

KNIPEX 97 49 66 crimping profile for solar connectors MC4 (Multi-Contact)

Name: KNIPEX 97 49 66 crimping profile for solar connectors MC4 (Multi-Contact)
Brand: KNIPEX
SKU: 41997374
Price: 132.8 EUR
Availability: PreOrder

Supplier number: KNIPEX 97 49 66 | EAN 4003773066699

Recommended Retail Price €219.68

132.80 tax incl.

€109.75 excl. VAT (incl. all environmental contributions)

On order: delivered from 24/10/2026

Ordered before 20:00 - delivered as of 24/10/2026
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Accurate crimping for solar installations

Practical benefits

Three dedicated crimping profiles: You achieve solid connections on cables from 2.5 to 6 mm² for optimal electrical conductivity.
Compatible with Knipex pliers: You insert the die smoothly into matching crimp system pliers to streamline your connector installations.
Durable solar cable joints: You create secure and wear-resistant crimps tailored to meet the demands of modern photovoltaic systems.

In a nutshell

The right choise for

With the Knipex 97 49 66 crimping die, you connect photovoltaic systems reliably and in full compliance with professional standards. This interchangeable die fits into Knipex 97 43 200 series crimp system pliers, eliminating the need to carry a separate standalone crimping tool. Featuring three dedicated crimp positions, it lets you accurately terminate MC4 and MC4 EVO2 solar connectors on 2.5 mm², 4.0 mm², and 6.0 mm² cables. You achieve secure, wear-resistant joints that provide optimal electrical conductivity and prevent high resistance or faults across your solar array.

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€132.80

tax incl.

Key features according to our expert

Accessory/Part type: Crimp jaw
Shrinkage capacity: 2,5 - 6 mm²

Product description

The optionally available inserts 97 49 66 1 for MC4 and 97 49 66 1 EVO for MC4 EVO 2 guide the contacts more easily during crimping.
Application: solar connectors MC4® (Multi-Contact) & MC4® EVO 2, 2.5 / 4 / 6 mm²

Documents

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All Features

Accessory/part type: Crimp jaw
Shrinkage capacity: 2,5 - 6 mm²
Rohs compliance: irrelevant

Brand KNIPEX
41997374
EAN 4003773066699
Supplier number KNIPEX 97 49 66

Accessories

KNIPEX 97 49 66 1 Positioning aid for 97 49 66 (solar connectors MC4)

Recommended Retail Price €104.18

67.80

€56.03 excl. VAT

Delivery time average 9 days.

Frequently asked questions about this product

Answered by specialists

Which connectors is this crimping die designed for?: It is designed for crimping MC4 and MC4 EVO2 solar connectors on photovoltaic cables.
What cable capacities does this die support?: The die features crimp positions for wire sizes of 2.5 mm², 4.0 mm², and 6.0 mm² (AWG 14, 12, and 10).
Which crimping tool is compatible with the Knipex 97 49 66 die?: This interchangeable die fits into Knipex 97 43 200 series crimp system pliers.
Can this crimping die be used as a standalone tool?: No, it is a replaceable die that must be installed into a compatible Knipex crimp system tool.