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    Crimp-On Butt Splices

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Wire Splices, Connectors, and Taps. Crimp-On Butt Splices, Noninsulated.

    Noninsulated

    Extend a run or repair damaged wire instead of installing a new line. Squeeze the wire splice with a crimping tool for a secure end-to-end connection.
    For Wire
    Ga.
    Construction
    Lg.
    Terminal Material
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Max. Voltage
    Certification
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Noninsulated
     
    Single Crimp
    26 to 24Solid, Stranded
    0.47"Tin-Plated Copper345600V AC
    600V DC
    C-UL Listed, UL Listed
    100000000000000
    22 to 18Stranded
    0.56"Nickel-Plated Steel900Not Rated100000000000000
    22 to 18Stranded
    0.6"Tin-Plated CopperNot Rated600V AC
    600V DC
    CSA Certified, UL Listed
    100000000000000
    16 to 14Stranded
    0.56"Nickel-Plated Steel900Not Rated100000000000000
    16 to 14Stranded
    0.6"Tin-Plated CopperNot Rated600V AC
    600V DC
    CSA Certified, UL Listed
    100000000000000
    12 to 10Stranded
    0.56"Nickel-Plated Steel900Not Rated100000000000000
    12 to 10Stranded
    0.6"Tin-Plated CopperNot Rated600V AC
    600V DC
    CSA Certified, UL Listed
    100000000000000
    8
    Stranded
    0.8"Tin-Plated CopperNot Rated600V AC
    600V DC
    CSA Certified, UL Listed
    10000000000000
    6
    Stranded
    1"Tin-Plated CopperNot Rated600V AC
    600V DC
    CSA Certified, UL Listed
    10000000000000
    4
    Stranded
    1.1"Tin-Plated CopperNot Rated600V AC
    600V DC
    CSA Certified, UL Listed
    5000000000000
     

    Compression Butt Splices

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Wire Splices, Connectors, and Taps. Compression Butt Splices, Noninsulated.

    Noninsulated

    Squeeze these splices onto thicker wire than crimp-on butt splices—up to 4/0 AWG. Check the color coding and wire gauge on the splice to match it with the right compression tool.
    Double Crimp—The choice for wire that’s frequently pulled, bent, or vibrated. Crimp the splice twice on each end for an extra-strong grip on the wire.
    For Wire
    Ga.
    Construction
    Lg.
    Stripe
    Color
    Terminal
    Material
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Max. Voltage,
    V AC
    Certification
    Each
    Noninsulated
     
    Single Crimp
    8
    Stranded
    1.75"RedTin-Plated Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    6
    Stranded
    1.75"BlueTin-Plated Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    00000000000
    4
    Stranded
    1.75"GrayTin-Plated Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    2
    Stranded
    1.875"BrownTin-Plated Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    1
    Stranded
    1.875"GreenTin-Plated Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    1/0
    Stranded
    1.875"PinkTin-Plated Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    2/0
    Stranded
    2"BlackTin-Plated Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    3/0
    Stranded
    2.125"OrangeTin-Plated Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    4/0
    Stranded
    2.125"PurpleTin-Plated Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    250 MCMStranded
    2.25"YellowTin-Plated Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    350 MCMStranded
    2.375"RedTin-Plated Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    400 MCMStranded
    2.5"BlueTin-Plated Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
     
    Double Crimp
    6
    Stranded
    2.375"BlueTin-Plated Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    4
    Stranded
    2.375"GrayTin-Plated Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    2
    Stranded
    2.625"BrownTin-Plated Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    1
    Stranded
    2.875"GreenTin-Plated Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    1/0
    Stranded
    2.875"PinkTin-Plated Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    00000000000
    2/0
    Stranded
    3.125"BlackTin-Plated Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    3/0
    Stranded
    3.125"OrangeTin-Plated Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    4/0
    Stranded
    3.375"PurpleTin-Plated Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    250 MCMStranded
    3.375"YellowTin-Plated Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    350 MCMStranded
    4.125"RedTin-Plated Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
     

    Set Screw Butt Splices

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Wire Splices, Connectors, and Taps. Set Screw Butt Splices, Noninsulated.

    Noninsulated

    These splices connect thicker wires than crimp-on butt splices—up to 1000 MCM. Tighten the set screw onto the wire instead of crushing the body, like you do with compression butt splices. That makes these splices reusable and easier to install.
    For Wire
    Ga.
    Construction
    Material
    Lg.
    Terminal Material
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Max. Voltage,
    V AC
    Certification
    Each
    Noninsulated
    14 to 2Stranded
    Aluminum, Copper1.19"Tin-Plated Aluminum190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    14 to 1/0Stranded
    Aluminum, Copper1.91"Tin-Plated Aluminum190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    10 to 350 MCMStranded
    Aluminum, Copper2.46"Tin-Plated Aluminum190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    6 to 250 MCMStranded
    Aluminum, Copper2.31"Tin-Plated Aluminum190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    4 to 500 MCMStranded
    Aluminum, Copper3.88"Tin-Plated Aluminum190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    250 to 750 MCMStranded
    Aluminum, Copper5.44"Tin-Plated Aluminum190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    500 to 1000 MCMStranded
    Aluminum, Copper8.69"Tin-Plated Aluminum190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    0000000000000
     

    Split-Bolt Splices

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Wire Splices, Connectors, and Taps. Split-Bolt Splices.
    Slide large wires in and tighten the hex nut for a strong, secure hold between the wire and screw. Loosen the hex to make a quick adjustment or to reuse the splice elsewhere. These splices are easy to use, but the connection isn't fully protected by the body of the splice.
    For Wire
    For Tap
    Wire
    Ga.
    Construction
    Material
    Min.
    Ga.
    Construction
    Wire Slot
    Wd.
    Head
    Wd.
    Terminal
    Material
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Max. Voltage,
    V AC
    Certification
    Each
    Noninsulated
    16 to 8Stranded
    Copper16
    Stranded
    0.15"0.38"Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    10 to 6Solid, Stranded
    Aluminum, Copper10
    Solid
    0.21"0.56"Aluminum190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    10 to 6Solid
    Copper16
    Solid
    0.17"0.5"Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    00000000000
    8 to 4Solid, Stranded
    Aluminum, Copper10
    Solid
    0.26"0.62"Aluminum190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    8 to 4Solid, Stranded
    Copper16
    Solid
    0.22"0.56"Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    00000000000
    6 to 2Solid, Stranded
    Copper14
    Stranded
    0.33"0.69"Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    00000000000
    6 to 2Solid, Stranded
    Copper12
    Solid
    0.33"0.69"Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    6 to 2Stranded
    Aluminum, Copper8
    Stranded
    0.33"0.69"Aluminum190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    4 to 1/0Solid, Stranded
    Copper14
    Solid
    0.38"0.75"Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    00000000000
    2 to 2/0Solid, Stranded
    Copper14
    Stranded
    0.42"0.81"Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    2 to 2/0Stranded
    Aluminum, Copper8
    Stranded
    0.44"0.88"Aluminum190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    2 to 3/0Solid, Stranded
    Copper12
    Solid
    0.47"0.88"Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    2 to 4/0Stranded
    Aluminum, Copper6
    Stranded
    0.55"1.13"Aluminum190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    1/0 to 250 MCMSolid, Stranded
    Copper10
    Solid
    0.58"1"Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    4/0 to 350 MCMStranded
    Copper8
    Solid
    0.75"1.5"Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    250 to 500 MCMStranded
    Copper8
    Solid
    0.83"1.63"Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
    350 to 750 MCMStranded
    Copper8
    Solid
    1.03"1.94"Copper190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000
     

    Reducing Crimp-On Butt Splices

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Wire Splices, Connectors, and Taps. Reducing Crimp-On Butt Splices, Noninsulated.

    Noninsulated

    Connect two components with different wire sizes, such as a large air compressor and its control panel. Also known as step-down splices, these splices join a larger wire and a smaller wire end to end. Colored stripes differentiate the larger and smaller openings so you don't have to measure and mark them yourself. Attach your wire with a crimping tool to avoid a damaged splice and loose connection.
    For Wire
    Ga.
    Construction
    Lg.
    Stripe
    Color
    Terminal
    Material
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Max. Voltage
    Certification
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Noninsulated
     
    Single Crimp
    22 to 18 × 26 to 24Solid, Stranded
    0.7"Red × WhiteTin-Plated Copper345600V AC
    600V DC
    25000000000000
    16 to 14 × 22 to 18Stranded
    0.7"RedTin-Plated Copper300Not RatedCSA Certified, UL Listed
    100000000000
    12 to 10 × 22 to 18Solid, Stranded
    0.8"Red × YellowTin-Plated Copper345600V AC
    600V DC
    C-UL Listed, UL Listed
    1000000000000
    12 to 10 × 16 to 14Stranded
    0.8"BlueTin-Plated Copper300Not RatedCSA Certified, UL Listed
    100000000000
    8 × 16 to 14Solid, Stranded
    0.8"Red × BlueTin-Plated Copper345600V AC
    600V DC
    C-UL Listed, UL Listed
    10000000000000
    8 × 12 to 10Stranded
    0.9"YellowTin-Plated Copper300Not RatedCSA Certified, UL Listed
    1000000000000
    6 × 8Stranded
    1.1"RedTin-Plated Copper300Not RatedCSA Certified, UL Listed
    1000000000000
     

    Reducing Compression Butt Splices

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Wire Splices, Connectors, and Taps. Reducing Compression Butt Splices.
    Connect large wires of different sizes, as thick as 4/0 AWG. Colored stripes differentiate the larger and smaller openings so you don't have to measure and mark them yourself. Check the color coding, wire gauge, and compression die reference number on the splice to match it with the right compression tool.
    With Window—Troubleshoot bad connections without removing your splice. The splice has a cutout where the wires meet, so you can confirm at a glance that they're crimped evenly and haven't loosened.
    For Wire
    Ga.
    Construction
    Lg.
    Stripe Color
    Terminal
    Material
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Max. Voltage,
    V AC
    Certification
    Each
    Noninsulated with Window
     
    Single Crimp
    6 × 4Stranded
    1.95"Blue × GrayTin-Plated Copper190600C-UL Listed, UL Listed
    000000000000
    6 × 2Stranded
    2.11"Blue × BrownTin-Plated Copper190600C-UL Listed, UL Listed
    00000000000
    6 × 1/0Stranded
    2.26"Blue × PinkTin-Plated Copper190600C-UL Listed, UL Listed
    000000000000
    6 × 2/0Stranded
    2.42"Blue × BlackTin-Plated Copper190600C-UL Listed, UL Listed
    000000000000
    6 × 4/0Stranded
    2.69"Blue × PurpleTin-Plated Copper190600C-UL Listed, UL Listed
    000000000000
    4 × 2Stranded
    2.06"Gray × BrownTin-Plated Copper190600C-UL Listed, UL Listed
    00000000000
    4 × 1/0Stranded
    2.21"Gray × PinkTin-Plated Copper190600C-UL Listed, UL Listed
    000000000000
    4 × 2/0Stranded
    2.36"Gray × BlackTin-Plated Copper190600C-UL Listed, UL Listed
    000000000000
    1/0 × 4/0Stranded
    2.4"Pink × PurpleTin-Plated Copper190600C-UL Listed, UL Listed
    000000000000
    2/0 × 4/0Stranded
    2.35"Black × PurpleTin-Plated Copper190600C-UL Listed, UL Listed
    000000000000
     

    Crimp-On Wire Connectors

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Wire Splices, Connectors, and Taps. Crimp-On Wire Connectors, Noninsulated.

    Noninsulated

    A step up in grip strength and conductivity from standard wire connectors. Twist your wires together and crimp them so they hold securely when tugged or jostled. For rain and splashes, choose heat-shrink crimp-on wire connectors instead. For wires on or around vibrating equipment, consider tight-hold heat-shrink connectors.
    For Wire
    Wire
    Combination
    Ga.
    Construction
    Min.
    Max.
    Terminal
    Material
    Max.
    Temp.
    Max.
    Voltage
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Noninsulated
     
    Single Crimp
    22 to 14Solid, Stranded
    One 18-Ga. Wire with One 22-Ga. WireOne 16-Ga. Wire with Two 20-Ga. WiresTin-Plated CopperNot RatedNot Rated50000000000000
    22 to 12Solid, Stranded
    One 20-Ga. Wire with One 22-Ga. WireOne 14-Ga. Wire with Two 18-Ga. WiresTin-Plated CopperNot RatedNot Rated5000000000000
    18 to 8Stranded
    Four 18-Ga. WiresOne 8-Ga. Wire with One 14-Ga. WireTin-Plated CopperNot RatedNot Rated50000000000000
    16 to 10Solid, Stranded
    Two 16-Ga. WiresTwo 12-Ga. WiresTin-Plated CopperNot RatedNot Rated5000000000000
     

    High-Temperature Terminal and Splice Kits

    Designed for use in high-temperature applications such as motors, ovens, and furnaces, these kits include a variety of terminals and splices made of heat-resistant materials. They are noninsulated, so you can easily inspect the wire connection. Use a crimper (not included) to install wire.
    Noninsulated
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Terminal and Splice Kits. High-Temperature Terminal and Splice Kits.
    No. of
    Pieces
    Includes
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Max. Voltage
    Each
    500Ring Terminals (22-10 AWG)—Noninsulated
    Spade Terminals (22-10 AWG)—Noninsulated
    Female Quick-Disconnect Terminals (12-10 AWG)—Noninsulated
    Male and Female Quick-Disconnect Terminals (16-14 AWG)—Noninsulated
    Butt Splices (22-10 AWG)—Noninsulated
    Metal Case
    900600V AC
    600V DC
    00000000000000

    Tight-Hold Butt Splices

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Wire Splices, Connectors, and Taps. Tight-Hold Butt Splices.
    Connect and secure wire that's frequently pulled, jostled, or vibrated. Insert your exposed wire ends in the splice, then pass a heat gun or butane torch over the body. When heated, the enclosed solder melts around the wire for a stronger, more rigid connection than unsoldered wire.
    For Wire
    Ga.
    Construction
    Lg.
    Terminal
    Material
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Max. Voltage
    Each
    Noninsulated
     
    Solder Connection
    1/0
    Solid, Stranded
    2.5"Tin-Plated Copper900600V AC
    600V DC
    0000000000000
    2/0
    Solid, Stranded
    2.5"Tin-Plated Copper900600V AC
    600V DC
    000000000000
    3/0
    Solid, Stranded
    2.5"Tin-Plated Copper900600V AC
    600V DC
    000000000000
    4/0
    Solid, Stranded
    2.5"Tin-Plated Copper900600V AC
    600V DC
    000000000000
     

    Terminal and Splice Kits

    Maintain a supply of extra terminals and splices in various sizes. Use a crimping tool (included with some kits) to install wire.
    Barrel Insulated, Fully Insulated, Noninsulated
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Terminal and Splice Kits.
    Barrel-insulated terminals have a plastic cover to prevent short-circuiting with nearby wire.
    Fully insulated terminals have a connection tab that’s completely covered, leaving no metal exposed when mated.
    Noninsulated terminals allow you to easily inspect the wire connection.
    Nylon Insulation—Nylon insulation is more durable and chemical resistant than vinyl insulation.
    No. of
    Pieces
    Includes
    Insulation
    Material
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Max. Voltage
    Each
    425Ring Terminals (26-24 AWG)—Barrel Insulated
    Ring Terminals (26-24 AWG)—Noninsulated
    Spade Terminals (24-20 AWG)—Noninsulated
    Spade Terminals (26-24 AWG)—Barrel Insulated
    Female Quick-Disconnect Terminals (26-24 AWG)—Barrel Insulated
    Female Quick-Disconnect Terminals (26-24 AWG)—Fully Insulated
    Butt Splices (26-22 AWG)—Fully Insulated
    Metal Case
    Nylon
    165600V AC
    600V DC
    00000000000000
    530Ring Terminals (8-6 AWG)—Noninsulated
    Ring Terminals (16-10 AWG)—Barrel Insulated
    Spade Terminals (16-10 AWG)—Barrel Insulated
    Female Snap-Plug Terminals (16-14 AWG)—Fully Insulated
    Male Snap-Plug Terminals (16-14 AWG)—Barrel Insulated
    Male and Female Quick-Disconnect Terminals (16-14 AWG)—Barrel Insulated
    Four-Way Terminals (16-14 AWG)—Barrel Insulated
    Hook Terminals (16-14 AWG)—Barrel Insulated
    Butt Splices (16-10 AWG)—Fully Insulated
    Reducing Butt Splices (16-10 AWG)—Fully Insulated
    Metal Case
    Nylon, PVC
    165600V AC
    600V DC
    0000000000000
    Noninsulated
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Terminal and Splice Kits.
    Noninsulated terminals allow you to easily inspect the wire connection.
    No. of
    Pieces
    Includes
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Max. Voltage
    Certification
    Each
    185Ring Terminals (22-10 AWG)—Noninsulated
    Female Quick-Disconnect Terminals (22-10 AWG)—Noninsulated
    Butt Splices (22-10 AWG)—Noninsulated
    Plastic case
    220Not Rated0000000000000
    240Crimping Tool
    Ring Terminals (16-10 AWG)
    Spade Terminals (22-14 AWG)
    Male and Female Quick-Disconnect Terminals (16-14 AWG)
    Butt Splices (22-10 AWG)
    Plastic case
    165600V AC
    600V DC
    UL Listed, CSA Certified
    000000000000
    460Ring Terminals (16-10 AWG)—Noninsulated
    Spade Terminals (16-10 AWG)—Noninsulated
    Hook Terminals (16-14 AWG)—Noninsulated
    Butt Splices (16-10 AWG)—Noninsulated
    Metal Case
    345600V AC
    600V DC
    0000000000000
    900Crimping Tool
    Ring Terminals (22-10 AWG)
    Spade Terminals (22-10 AWG)
    Male and Female Quick-Disconnect Terminals (16-14 AWG)
    Butt Splices (22-10 AWG)
    Metal Case
    165600V AC
    600V DC
    UL Listed, CSA Certified
    000000000000

    Easy-Insert Lay-In Wire Taps

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Wire Splices, Connectors, and Taps. Easy-Insert Lay-In Wire Taps.
    Image of Product. Covers. Front orientation. Wire Splice Covers. Lay-In Cable Installation.

    Covers

    Lay the main wire into your tap on the first try instead of poking and threading. The tap wire connects parallel to the tap or at 90°, so the tap will slide into your setup at different angles. Strip both wires and slide off the screw plate before installation. Tighten the set screws onto both wires for a secure connection.
    Covers—These covers fully insulate the tap so moisture can't reach the wire. They snap shut so you don't have to tape them down.
    Wire Taps
    Covers
    For Wire
    For Tap
    Wire
    Ga.
    Construction
    Material
    Ga.
    Construction
    Terminal Material
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Max. Voltage,
    V AC
    Certification
    Each
    Each
    12 to 2
    12 to 10
    Stranded
    Solid
    Aluminum, Copper12 to 4
    12 to 4
    Stranded
    Solid
    Tin-Plated Aluminum190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    0000000000000000000000000
    2 to 1/0
    12 to 10
    Stranded
    Solid
    Aluminum, Copper12 to 1/0
    12 to 1/0
    Stranded
    Solid
    Tin-Plated Aluminum190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    00000000000000000000000
    1/0 to 250 MCM
    12 to 10
    Stranded
    Solid
    Aluminum, Copper12 to 1/0
    12 to 1/0
    Stranded
    Solid
    Tin-Plated Aluminum190600CSA Certified, UL Listed
    000000000000000000000000
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