In this section...
Blackburn
Overhead
Connectors
®
Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Storm-Safe® Service Entrance Disconnects................. F-192–F-193
Service Entrance Splices.............................................. F-194–F-201
Aluminum H-Tap Connectors and Covers..................... F-202–F-210
Copper H-Tap Connectors....................................................... F-211
Stirrup Connectors....................................................... F-212–F-216
Hot-Line Clamps..................................................................... F-217
Mechanical Service Entrance Connectors................................ F-218
Parallel-Groove Connectors.......................................... F-219–F-221
Full- and Semi-Tension Compression Splices.............. F-222–F-229
Compression Pin Terminals......................................... F-230–F-233
Multi-Tap Eyebolt Connectors...................................... F-234–F-236
Automatic Splices and Dead-Ends............................... F-237–F-241
Service Wedges...................................................................... F-242
PowerTap™ Wedges.................................................... F-243–F-245
BolTap™ Wedges.................................................................... F-246
PowerTap™ Tools and Accessories.......................................... F-247
Hydraulic PowerTap™ System...................................... F-248–F-250
Storm-Safe Service Entrance Disconnects
Mechanical breakaway link separates service
at the pole to prevent damage to utility equipment
and customer premises.
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
®
Storm-Safe Breakaway Service Entrance Kits —
Two and Three Service
®
• Downed-line safety — separates at the pole, not the
weatherhead, so the line always comes down de-energized
• Crew safety — the correction is made well below the highvoltage bushings, making it safer for crews to work during a storm outage
• Quick restoration of power by simply replacing the
mechanical breakaway link and re-inserting the contacts
• Disconnect service without pulling the meter
• Internal O-ring prevents moisture ingress into the contact,
and external Flood-Seal® insulating rockets seal the entire
system from the elements
• Dual-rated for use with aluminum and copper conductors
• Meets ANSI C119.4-2004 specifications
SS 2 K
SSP 1/0 FN 500 K
Pin Kits
CAT. NO.
SS 3 K
Breakaway Service Entrance Kits
CAT. NO.
Contact
Insulating 1⁄2­–13
Block Assembly Rockets Bolts
SS 2 K — Two-Service Base Kit
SS 2 K
1
(1) U-Bolt (2) Flood-Seal®
3
1
(1) U-Bolt (2) Flood-Seal®
3
SS 3 K — Three-Service Base Kit
SS 3 K
Note: S S 2 K requires two SSP Pin Kits (right). SS 3 K requires three SSP Pin Kits (right).
F-192
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
SSP 1/0 FN 500 K
SSP 1/0 FN 750 K
SSP 1/0 RN 500 K
SSP 1/0 RN 750 K
SSP 2 FN 500 K
SSP 2 FN 750 K
SSP 2 RN 500 K
SSP 2 RN 750 K
SSP 4 FN 500 K
SSP 4 FN 750 K
SSP 4 RN 500 K
SSP 4 RN 750 K
Triplex Block
Neutral
Assembly
1/0, 1/0, 1/0 ACSR
Full Neutral
1/0, 1/0, #2
Reduced Neutral
#2, #2, #2
Full Neutral
#2, #2, #4
Reduced Neutral
#4, #4, #4
Full Neutral
#4, #4, #6
Reduced Neutral
Breakaway
Rockets
500
750
500
750
500
750
500
750
500
750
500
750
Note: K it consists of two pin terminals, one neutral pin terminal, one SSL Link Kit
(breakaway link and bail) and two Flood-Seal ® insulating rockets. Three pin kits are
required for a three-service base kit and two pin kits are required for a two-service
base kit.
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
www.tnb.com
Storm-Safe Service Entrance Disconnects
Mechanical breakaway link separates service
at the pole to prevent damage to utility equipment
and customer premises.
®
®
• Downed-line safety — separates at the pole, not the
weatherhead, so the line always comes down de-energized
• Crew safety — the correction is made well below the highvoltage bushings, making it safer for crews to work during a storm outage
• Quick restoration of power by simply replacing the
mechanical breakaway link and re-inserting the contacts
• Disconnect service without pulling the meter
• Internal O-ring prevents moisture ingress into the contact,
and external Flood-Seal® insulating rockets seal the entire
system from the elements
• Dual-rated for use with aluminum and copper conductors
• Meets ANSI C119.4-2004 specifications
SS1 4 FN 750 K
SSL 750 K
Breakaway Service Entrance Kits
CAT. NO.
SS1 1/0 FN 500 K
SS1 1/0 FN 750 K
SS1 1/0 RN 500 K
SS1 1/0 RN 750 K
SS1 2 FN 750 K
SS1 2 FN 500 K
SS1 2 RN 750 K
SS1 2 RN 500 K
SS1 4 FN 500 K
SS1 4 FN 750 K
SS1 4 RN 500 K
SS1 4 RN 750 K
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Storm-Safe Breakaway Service Entrance Kits —
Single Service
SSL — Link Kits
Triplex Block
Neutral
Assembly
1/0, 1/0, 1/0 ACSR
Full Neutral
1/0, 1/0, #2
Reduced Neutral
#2, #2, #2
Full Neutral
#2, #2, #4
Reduced Neutral
#4, #4, #4
Full Neutral
#4, #4, #6
Reduced Neutral
Breakaway
Rockets
500
750
500
750
500
750
500
750
500
750
500
750
CAT. NO.
Breakaway
Rockets
SSL 500 K
SSL 750 K
500
750
Note: Kit consists of one breakaway link and one bail.
Note: Kit consists of two sockets, one neutral socket, two pin terminals, one neutral pin
terminal, one SSL Link Kit (breakaway link and bail), two Flood-Seal ® insulating splice
covers and one Flood-Seal insulating rocket.
www.tnb.com
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
F-193
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
F-194
Service Entrance Splices
Basic, uninsulated splices for service entrances.
Uninsulated Aluminum Service Entrance
Compression Splices — 1⁄2" Die Series
• Constructed from aluminum for high conductivity
• Solid center barriers and large chamfers for easy cable
insertion
• Prefilled with oxide inhibitor to prevent oxidation and keep
out moisture
• All splices are color coded and marked with strip lengths,
installation die codes and compression locations, providing
easy identification for easy installation
Q 1 U 54
• Comply with ANSI C119.4 when properly installed on
aluminum-to-aluminum or aluminum-to-copper conductors
• RUS Accepted
Conductor A
CAT. NO.
Q 1 U 52
Q 1 U 53
Q 1 U 54
Q 1 U 55
Q 1 U 56
Q 1 U 57
Q 1 U 58
Q 1 U 59
Q 1 U 60
Q 1 U 65
Q 1 U 67
Q 1 U 68
Q 1 U 69
Q 1 U 70
Color
Sol.
Conductor B
Str.
ACSR
GREEN
#6
#8
—
BLUE
#4
—
#6-6/1
ORANGE
#2
—
#4-6/1, 7/1
RED
#1
#1 & #2
#2-6/1, 7/1
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Color
Sol.
Str.
ASCR
GREEN
BROWN
BLUE
GREEN
BROWN
ORANGE
BLUE
GREEN
BROWN
RED
ORANGE
BLUE
GREEN
BROWN
#6
#8
#4
#6
#8
#2
#4
#6
#8
#1
#2
#4
#6
#8
#8
#10
—
#8
#10
—
—
#8
#10
#1 & #2
—
—
#8
#10
—
—
#6-6/1
—
—
#4-6/1, 7/1
#6-6/1
—
—
#2-6/1, 7/1
#4-6/1, 7/1
#6-6/1
—
—
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
www.tnb.com
Aluminum Service Entrance Compression
Splices — U 1 B and CS 5⁄8" Die Series
™
™
• Constructed from aluminum for high conductivity
• Solid center barriers and large chamfers for easy cable insertion
• Prefilled with oxide inhibitor to prevent oxidation and keep out moisture
• All splices are color coded and marked with strip lengths,
installation die codes and compression locations, providing
easy identification for easy installation
U 1 B 1010 EC
• Comply with ANSI C119.4 when properly installed on
aluminum-to-aluminum or aluminum-to-copper conductors
CS73
• RUS Accepted
Conductor A
Conductor B
U 1 B Series
CS Series
Cat. No.
Cat. No.
Color
ACSR
Str.
Sol.
Color
ACSR
Str.
Sol.
U 1 B 11
U 1 B 88
U 1 B 81
U 1 B 66
U 1 B 68
U 1 B 61
U 1 B 612
U 1 B 44
U 1 B 46
U 1 B 48
U 1 B 41
U 1 B 22
U 1 B 24
U 1 B 26
U 1 B 28
U 1 B 21
U 1 B 1010
U 1 B 102
U 1 B 104
U 1 B 106
U 1 B 108
—
—
—
CS61
—
CS64
CS63
CS62
—
CS68
CS67
CS66
CS65
CS73
CS72
CS71
CS70
CS69
CS78
CS77
CS76
CS75
CS74
CS84
CS85
BROWN
—
#10
#8
GREEN
—
#8
#6
BLUE
#6 (6/1)
BROWN
GREEN
BROWN
BLUE
GREEN
BROWN
BLACK
ORANGE
BLUE
GREEN
BROWN
RED
ORANGE
BLUE
GREEN
BROWN
YELLOW
RED
ORANGE
BLUE
GREEN
YELLOW
GRAY
—
—
—
#6 (6/1)
—
—
—
#4 (6/1, 7/1)
#6 (6/1)
—
—
#2 (6/1, 7/1)
#4 (6/1, 7/1)
#6 (6/1)
—
—
1/0 (6/1)
#2 (6/1, 7/1)
#4 (6/1, 7/1)
#6 (6/1)
—
1/0 (6/1)
—
#10
#8
#10
—
#8
#10
#12
—
—
#8
#10
#1 & #2
—
—
#8
#10
1/0
#1 & #2
—
—
#8
1/0
2/0
#8
#6
#8
#4
#6
#8
#10
#2
#4
#6
#8
#1
#2
#4
#6
#8
—
#1
#2
#4
#6
—
—
—
#4
6
ORANGE
#4 (6/1, 7/1)
—
#2
RED
#2 (6/1, 7/1)
#1 & #2
#1
YELLOW
1/0 (6/1)
1/0
#1
GRAY
—
2/0
—
www.tnb.com
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Service Entrance Splices
Standard 2" length compression splices.
F-195
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Service Entrance Splices
For standard conductors.
Insulated Aluminum Service
Entrance Compression Splices
— U and ICS 5⁄8" Die Series
(Standard Length, 225⁄32" Long)
URR 22
• Constructed from aluminum for high conductivity
• Solid center barriers and large chamfers for easy cable insertion
• Tough stabilized nylon sleeves resist installing-tool
pressure and provide reliable 600V insulation
• Prefilled with oxide inhibitor to prevent oxidation and keep
out moisture
• All splices are color coded and marked with strip lengths,
installation die codes and compression locations, providing
easy identification for easy installation
ICS73-1
• Splices have colored end caps to make identification easy
• Comply with ANSI C119.4 when properly installed on
aluminum-to-aluminum or aluminum-to-copper conductors
• RUS Accepted
Conductor A
F-196
U series
ICS Series
Cat. No.
Cat. No.
UGBR 81
UGG 88
UBBR 61
UBG 68
UBB 66
UOBR 41
UOG 48
UOB 46
UOO 44
URBR 21
URG 28
URB 26
URO 24
URR 22
UYG 08
UYB 06
UYO 04
UYR 02
UYY 00
—
ICS61-1
ICS62-1
ICS63-1
ICS64-1
ICS65-1
ICS66-1
ICS67-1
ICS68-1
—
ICS70-1
ICS71-1
ICS72-2
ICS73-1
ICS74-1
ICS75-1
ICS76-1
ICS77-1
ICS78-1
Conductor B
Diameter (in.)
Color
ACSR
Str.
Sol.
Max.
Min.
GREEN
—
#8
#6
.162
.144
BLUE
#6
#6
#4
.204
.184
ORANGE
#4
#4
#2
.258
.213
RED
#2
#1 & #2
—
.328
.268
YELLOW
1/0
1/0
—
.398
.368
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
Diameter (in.)
Color
ACSR
Str.
Sol.
Max.
Min.
BROWN
GREEN
BROWN
GREEN
BLUE
BROWN
GREEN
BLUE
ORANGE
BROWN
GREEN
BLUE
ORANGE
RED
GREEN
BLUE
ORANGE
RED
YELLOW
—
—
—
—
#6
—
—
#6
#4
—
—
#6
#4
#2
—
#6
#4
#2
1/0
#10
#8
#10
#8
#6
#10
#8
#6
#4
#10
#8
#6
#4
#1 & #2
#8
#6
#4
#1 & #2
1/0
#8
#6
#8
#6
#4
#8
#6
#4
#2
#8
#6
#4
#2
—
#6
#4
#2
—
—
.128
.162
.128
.162
.204
.128
.162
.204
.258
.128
.162
.204
.258
.328
.162
.204
.258
.328
.398
.114
.144
.114
.144
.184
.114
.144
.184
.213
.114
.144
.184
.213
.268
.144
.184
.213
.268
.368
www.tnb.com
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Service Entrance Splices
For standard conductors.
Insulated Aluminum Service
Entrance Compression Splices
— U 1 N 5⁄8" Die Series
(Longer Length, 31⁄4" Long)
• Constructed from aluminum for high conductivity
• Solid center barriers and large chamfers for easy
cable insertion
• Prefilled with oxide inhibitor to prevent oxidation and keep out moisture
U 1 N 106
• All splices are color coded and marked with strip
lengths, installation die codes and compression
locations, providing easy identification for easy
installation
• Comply with ANSI C119.4 when properly installed
on aluminum-to-aluminum or aluminum-to-copper
conductors
• RUS Accepted
Conductor A
CAT. NO.
U 1 N 16
U 1 N 11
U 1 N 12
U 1 N 88
U 1 N 81
U 1 N 66
U 1 N 68
U 1 N 61
U 1 N 44
U 1 N 46
U 1 N 48
U 1 N 41
U 1 N 22
U 1 N 24
U 1 N 26
U 1 N 28
U 1 N 21
U 1 N 1010
U 1 N 102
U 1 N 104
U 1 N 106
U 1 N 108
Color
Sol.
Conductor B
Str.
ACSR
BROWN
#8
#10
—
GREEN
#6
#8
—
BLUE
#4
—
#6-6/1
ORANGE
#2
—
#4-6/1, 7/1
RED
#1
#1 & #2
#2-6/1, 7/1
YELLOW
#1
1/0
1/0-6/1
www.tnb.com
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Color
Sol.
Str.
ASCR
GREEN
BROWN
RED
GREEN
BROWN
BLUE
GREEN
BROWN
ORANGE
BLUE
GREEN
BROWN
RED
ORANGE
BLUE
GREEN
BROWN
YELLOW
RED
ORANGE
BLUE
GREEN
#6
#8
#1
#6
#8
#4
#6
#8
#2
#4
#6
#8
#1
#2
#4
#6
#8
—
#1
#2
#4
#6
#8
#10
#2
#8
#10
—
#8
#10
—
—
#8
#10
#1 & #2
#3 & #4
#5 & #6
#8
#10
1/0
#1 & #2
—
—
#8
—
—
#2-6/1, 7/1
—
—
#6-6/1
—
—
#4-6/1, 7/1
#6-6/1
—
—
#2-6/1, 7/1
#4-6/1, 7/1
#6-6/1
—
—
1/0-6/1
#2-6/1
#4-6/1
#6-6/1
—
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
F-197
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Service Entrance Splices
For compact conductors.
Insulated Aluminum Service
Entrance Compression Splices
— U 5⁄8" Die Series
(Longer Length — 31⁄4" Long)
U 22 RR
• Constructed from aluminum for high conductivity
• Solid center barriers and large chamfers for easy cable insertion
U 68 BG
• Tough stabilized-nylon sleeves resist installing-tool pressure
and provide reliable 600V insulation
• Prefilled with oxide inhibitor to prevent oxidation and keep
out moisture
• All splices are color coded and marked with strip lengths,
installation die codes and compression locations, providing
easy identification for easy installation
• Comply with ANSI C119.4 when properly installed on
aluminum-to-aluminum or aluminum-to-copper conductors
U 44 OO
• RUS Accepted
Conductor A
CAT. NO.
U 61 BBR
U 68 BG
U 66 BB
U 41 OBR
U 48 OG
U 46 OB
U 44 OO
U 21 RBR
U 28 RG
U 26 RB
U 24 RO
U 22 RR
U 101 YBR
U 108 YG
U 106 YB
U 104 YO
U 102 YR
U 1010 YY
Color
str.
Conductor B
compt.
comp.
#6
#6
#6
#4
#4
#4
ORANGE
#4
#4
#4
RED
#2
#2
#2
YELLOW
1/0
1/0
1/0
BLUE
Color
str.
compt.
sol.
comp.
BROWN
GREEN
BLUE
BROWN
GREEN
BLUE
ORANGE
BROWN
GREEN
BLUE
ORANGE
RED
BROWN
GREEN
BLUE
ORANGE
RED
YELLOW
#10
#8
#6
#10
#8
#6
#4
#10
#8
#6
#4
#2
#10
#8
#6
#4
#2
1/0
—
#8
#6
—
#8
#6
#4
—
#8
#6
#4
#2
—
#8
#6
#4
#2
1/0
#8
—
—
#8
—
—
—
#8
—
—
—
—
#8
—
—
—
—
—
—
#8
#6
—
#8
#6
#4
—
#8
#6
#4
#2
—
#8
#6
#4
#2
1/0
Note: Sold in standard carton quantities only.
F-198
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
www.tnb.com
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Service Entrance Splices
At 51⁄2" long, these splices are ideal
for heavy-duty overhead services.
Insulated Aluminum Service
Entrance Compression Splices
— 840 Die Series • Constructed from aluminum for high conductivity
X 1 N 204
• Solid center barriers and large chamfers for easy cable insertion
• Tough stabilized-nylon sleeves resist installing-tool pressure
and provide reliable 600V insulation
• Prefilled with oxide inhibitor to prevent oxidation and keep
out moisture
• All splices are color coded and marked with strip lengths,
installation die codes and compression locations, providing
easy identification for easy installation
IKL47
• Comply with ANSI C119.4 when properly installed on
aluminum-to-aluminum or aluminum-to-copper conductors
• RUS Accepted
x 1 n series
IKL Series
CAT. NO.
CAT. NO.
X 1 N 104
X 1 N 102
X 1 N 1010
X 1 N 204
X 1 N 202
X 1 N 2010
X 1 N 2020
X 1 N 304
X 1 N 302
X 1 N 3010
X 1 N 3020
X 1 N 3030
X 1 N 404
X 1 N 402
X 1 N 4010
X 1 N 4020
X 1 N 4030
X 1 N 4040
IKL34
IKL35
IKL36
IKL44
IKL45
IKL46
IKL47
IKL54
IKL55
IKL56
IKL57
IKL58
IKL64
IKL65
IKL66
IKL67
IKL68
IKL69
Conductor A
Color
ACSR
str.
Conductor B
compr.
compt.
YELLOW
1/0
1/0
1/0
2/0
GRAY
2/0
2/0
2/0
3/0
BLACK
3/0
3/0
3/0
4/0
PINK
4/0
4/0
4/0
250
www.tnb.com
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Color
ACSR
str.
compr.
compt.
ORANGE
RED
YELLOW
ORANGE
RED
YELLOW
GRAY
ORANGE
RED
YELLOW
GRAY
BLACK
ORANGE
RED
YELLOW
GRAY
BLACK
PINK
#4
#2
1/0
#4
#2
1/0
2/0
#4
#2
1/0
2/0
3/0
#4
#2
1/0
2/0
3/0
4/0
#4
#1
1/0
—
#1
1/0
2/0
—
#1
1/0
2/0
3/0
—
#1
1/0
2/0
3/0
4/0
#4
#1
1/0
—
#1
1/0
2/0
—
#1
1/0
2/0
3/0
—
#1
1/0
2/0
3/0
4/0
—
1/0
2/0
—
1/0
2/0
3/0
—
1/0
2/0
3/0
4/0
—
1/0
2/0
3/0
4/0
250
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
F-199
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Service Entrance Splices
Ideal for large residential and commercial service drops.
Uninsulated Aluminum Service Entrance
Compression Splices — 840 Die Series
4"
• Constructed from aluminum for high conductivity
• Solid center barriers enable quick wire positioning, proper
distribution of inhibitor around the wire and current
equalization on stranded conductors
• Prefilled with oxide inhibitor to prevent oxidation and keep
out moisture
• Splices marked with strip lengths, die codes and
compression locations, providing easy identification for easy installation
• Comply with ANSI C119.4 when properly installed on
aluminum-to-aluminum or aluminum-to-copper conductors;
also tested and approved for EEI installing dies
X 1 U 2020
• RUS Accepted
Conductor A
Conductor B
Solid
Solid
CAT. NO.
Color
AL
CU
Stranded
ASCR
Color
AL
CU
Stranded
ASCR
X 1 U 44
X 1 U 24
X 1 U 22
X 1 U 104
X 1 U102
X 1 U 1010
X 1 U 204
X 1 U 202
X 1 U 2010
X 1 U 2020
X 1 U 304
X 1 U 302
X 1 U 3010
X 1 U 3020
X 1 U 3030
X 1 U 404
X 1 U 402
X 1 U 4010
X 1 U 4020
X 1 U 4030
X 1 U 4040
ORANGE
#2
#2
—
#4
RED
#1
#1
#1 & #2
#2
YELLOW
1/0, 2/0
—
1/0
1/0
GRAY
3/0
—
2/0
2/0
BLACK
4/0
—
3/0
3/0
PINK
—
—
4/0
4/0
ORANGE
ORANGE
RED
ORANGE
RED
YELLOW
ORANGE
RED
YELLOW
GRAY
ORANGE
RED
YELLOW
GRAY
BLACK
ORANGE
RED
YELLOW
GRAY
BLACK
PINK
#2
#2
#1
#2
#1
1/0 & 2/0
#2
#1
1/0 & 2/0
3/0
#2
#1
1/0 & 2/0
3/0
4/0
#2
#1
1/0 & 2/0
3/0
4/0
—
#2
#2
#1
#2
#1
—
#2
#1
—
—
#2
#1
—
—
—
#2
#1
—
—
—
—
—
—
#1 & #2
—
#1 & #2
1/0
—
#1 & #2
1/0
2/0
—
#1 & #2
1/0
2/0
3/0
—
#1 & #2
1/0
2/0
3/0
4/0
#4
#4
#2
#4
#2
1/0
#4
#2
1/0
2/0
#4
#2
1/0
2/0
3/0
#4
#2
1/0
2/0
3/0
4/0
Note:When using EEI 11A die, space compressions 1⁄8" apart.
F-200
When installing with UT 5 tool, use H5 (upper) and H6 (lower) dies. When installing with a hydraulic tool, use 76 (2) die.
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
www.tnb.com
Service Entrance Splices
Conductor A
Conductor B
Solid
CAT. NO.
X 1 U 266
X 1 U 2664
X 1 U 2662
X 1 U 26610
X 1 U 26620
X 1 U 26630
X 1 U 26640
X 1 U 336
X 1 U 3364
X 1 U 3362
X 1 U 33610
X 1 U 33620
X 1 U 33630
X 1 U 33640
X 1 U 33626
Color
AL
Solid
CU
Stranded
ASCR
BLUE
350
—
250–266.8
266.8
BROWN
397.5–400
—
300–350
336.4 (18/1)
Color
AL
CU
Stranded
ASCR
BLUE
ORANGE
RED
YELLOW
GRAY
BLACK
PINK
BROWN
ORANGE
RED
YELLOW
GRAY
BLACK
PINK
BLUE
350
#2
#1
1/0 & 2/0
3/0
4/0
—
397.5–400
#2
#1
1/0 & 2/0
3/0
4/0
—
350
—
#2
#1
—
—
—
—
—
#2
#1
—
—
—
—
—
250–266.8
#3 & #4
#1 & #2
1/0
2/0
3/0
4/0
300–350
#3 & #4
#1 & #2
1/0
2/0
3/0
4/0
250–266.8
266.8
#4
#2
1/0
2/0
3/0
4/0
336.4 (18/1)
#4
#2
1/0
2/0
3/0
4/0
266.8
Break through and bolt down.
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Uninsulated Aluminum Service Entrance
Compression Splices — 840 Die Series
(continued)
Insulation-Piercing Splice
and Tap Connectors
• Constructed from aluminum for high conductivity
• Shear-head bolt design always provides the correct torque
Style 1
IPST 25040
• Provided with either ½" or ⁄8" bolt head sizes to cover a
wide range of aluminum or copper main and tap conductors
5
• Dual-rated for use in 90˚ applications with aluminum or copper conductors
Style 2
IPST 500350
Conductor Range
CAT. NO.
Style
IPST 102*
IPST 1010*
IPST 2001
IPST 402
IPST 4020*
IPST 4040*
IPST 25040
IPST 75001
IPST 350350
IPST 50040
IPST 500350
IPST 750500
1
2
Main
Tap
1/0–#8
1/0–#8
2/0–#4
4/0–#3
4/0–#2
4/0–#2
250–#1
750–3/0
350–1/0
500–2/0
500–4/0
750–250
#2–#10
1/0–#8
#10–#14
#2–#10
2/0–#6
4/0–#4
4/0–#4
#10–#14
350–1/0
4/0–#4
350–1/0
500–250
HEX BOLT
Size (in.)
Torque
(lb.)
⁄2
⁄2
1
⁄2
1
⁄2
1
⁄2
1
⁄2
1
⁄2
5
⁄8
5
⁄8
5
⁄8
5
⁄8
5
⁄8
80
125
80
125
125
160
160
80
330
330
330
330
1
1
Note: Not UL Listed. Includes blue adapter for use on bare cable.
www.tnb.com
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
F-201
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Aluminum H-Tap Connectors and Covers
For combinations of aluminum-to-aluminum
and aluminum-to-copper conductors.
WR Wide-Range
Aluminum Tap Connectors
™
• Made of 1350 aluminum alloy for high strength and high conductivity
• Standard compression tools and dies install all sizes — no special tools needed
WR189 or OB101
• Field-proven ribbed design enables excellent connector/conductor contact
without distorting the conductor’s shape
• Fold-in tabs provide positive tab interlock as tool closes
• Prefilled with oxide inhibitor held captive in the rib/connection area
• RUS Accepted
• Complies with ANSI C119.4 specifications
WR™ O and D Die Seven-Connector Program
Conductor Range
Standard Conductor
CAT. NO.
WR159
or
OB 44
OB 1
WR189
or
ob 101
ob 2
WR289
or
DB 202
DB 3
WR279
or
DB 2020
WR379
or
DB 404
db 5
WR399
or
db 4020
db 6
WR419
or
db 4040
db 7
Compact Conductor
Diameter (in.)
ACSR
Str.
Sol.
ACSR
Str.
Sol.
ACSR
Str.
ACSR
Str.
Max.
Min.
Max.
Connector
Length
Min.
(in.)
#2, #4,
#6
#1, #2,
#3, #4,
#6
#2, #4,
#6
#2, #4,
#6
#1, #2,
#3, #4,
#6
#2, #4,
#6
#1, #2,
#4, #6
#1, #2,
#3, #4,
#6
#1,# 2,
#4, #6
#1, #2,
#3, #4,
#6
.332
.162
.332
.162
2/0,
1/0,
#1, #2
3/0,
2/0,
1/0, #1
#2, #4,
#6
#1, #2,
#3, #4,
#6
1/0, #1,
2/0,
2/0,
#2, #4, 1/0, #1, 1/0, #1,
#6
#2
#2
#1, #2,
#4, #6
#1, #2,
#3, #4,
#6
.419
2/0,
1/0
3/0,
2/0
4/0,
3/0
#2, #4,
#6
#1, #2,
#3, #4,
#6
1/0, #1,
2/0,
2/0,
#2, #4, 1/0, #1, 1/0, #1,
#6
#2
#2
#1, #2,
#4, #6
#1, #2,
#3, #4,
#6
.470
4
2/0,
1/0, #1
3/0,
2/0,
1/0
—
2/0,
1/0, #1
3/0,
2/0,
1/0
—
3/0,
2/0,
1/0
3/0,
2/0,
1/0
3/0,
2/0,
1/0
3/0,
2/0,
1/0
.470
.336
.470
.336
5
4/0,
3/0
4/0
—
#2, #4,
#6
#1, #2,
#3, #4,
#6
1/0, #1,
#2, #4,
#6
26618⁄1,
250,
4/0
266,
250,
4/0
#1, #2,
#4, #6
#1, #2,
#3, #4,
#6
.563
.475
.332
.162
2/0,
1/0
3/0,
2/0
26618⁄1,
4/0,
3/0
266,
250,
4/0
2/0,
1/0
3/0,
2/0,
1/0
.563
26618⁄1,
4/0,
3/0
266,
250,
4/0
26618⁄1,
4/0,
3/0
266,
250,
4/0
.563
Connector
Number
1
2
3
6
7
Main
1/0,
#1, #2
4/0,
3/0
4/0,
3/0
4/0,
3/0
4/0,
3/0
Tap
—
2/0,
1/0, #1
—
4/0,
3/0
4/0,
3/0
Main
—
Tap
Main
F-202
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
17⁄16
11⁄2
.266
.332
.162
111⁄16
13⁄4
.398
.332
.162
113⁄16
17⁄8
113⁄16
113⁄16
17⁄8
.461
.447
.338
23⁄16
21⁄2
.461
Note: C
onnector numbers 1 and 2 use “O” Die; 3–7 use “D” Die.
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Tap
www.tnb.com
.563
.461
27⁄16
21⁄2
Aluminum H-Tap Connectors and Covers
A
B
Tap
WR259
L
WR™ Supplemental O and D Die Connectors
Conductor Range
Standard Conductor
Main
Compact Conductor
Tap
Main
CAT. NO.
ACSR
Str.
Sol.
ACSR
Str.
Sol.
ACSR
WR149
#4, #6
#3, #4,
#6
#2, #3,
#4, #6
#4, #6
#3, #4,
#6
#2, #3,
#4, #6
#4, #6
WR179
1/0, #1,
#2, #3
1/0,
#1, #2
#1
#4, #6
#3, #4,
#6
#2, #3,
#4, #6
1/0, #1,
#2
WR199
1/0, #1,
#2, #3
1/0,
#1, #2
#1
#2, #3,
#4
#1, #2,
#3, #4
#1, #2
1/0, #1,
#2
WR1010
or
ob 1010
1/0, #1,
#2, #3,
#4
1/0,
#1, #2
1/0, #1,
#2, #3,
#4
WR259
1/0, #1
—
1/0, #1
WR299
2/0,
1/0
2/0, 1/0,
#1, #2,
#3, #4
2/0,
1/0
3/0,
2/0
—
#4, #6
2/0, 1/0,
#1, #2,
#3, #4
2/0,
1/0
#3, #4,
#6
#2, #3,
#4, #6
2/0, 1/0,
#1, #2,
#3, #4
2/0,
1/0
3/0,
2/0
WR219
1/0, #1
1/0, #1
1/0, #1
—
1/0
WR239
2/0,
1/0
#1, #2,
#3
#1, #2
WR229
2/0
2/0,
1/0
3/0,
2/0
1/0, #1
—
WR269
2/0
2/0,
1/0
—
2/0
—
—
—
—
1/0, #1,
#2
#2, #3,
#4
1/0, #1,
#2
2/0,
1/0
1/0,
#1, #2
—
2/0,
1/0
3/0,
2/0
2/0
Diameter (in.)
Tap
Main
Tap
Str.
ACSR
Str.
Max.
Min.
Max.
Connector
Min. Length (in.)
#2, #3,
#4, #6
2/0,
1/0, #1,
#2
2/0,
1/0, #1,
#2
2/0,
1/0, #1,
#2
2/0,
1/0
#3, #4,
#6
#2, #3,
#4, #6
.266
.162
.266
.162
11⁄2
#4, #6
#2, #3,
#4, #6
.398
.266
.266
.162
13⁄4
#1, #2,
#3, #4
#1, #2
.398
.266
.332
.232
13⁄4
2/0, 1/0,
#1, #2,
#3, #4
2/0,
1/0
.419
.232
.419
.232
13⁄4
.419
.326
.412
.292
17⁄8
3/0
#4, #6
.470
.398
.266
.162
11⁄2
.398
.324
.398
.316
17⁄8
.447
.365
.332
.236
17⁄8
.470
.410
.398
.316
17⁄8
.447
.410
.447
.336
17⁄8
2/0,
1/0
4/0,
3/0
#1, #2,
#3, #4
3/0
1/0, #1
3/0
2/0,
1/0
1/0
2/0,
1/0,
#1, #2
2/0,
1/0
#2, #3,
#4, #6
2/0,
1/0
#1, #2
2/0,
1/0
3/0,
2/0,
1/0
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Main
Note: WR149–WR1010 use “O” connector die; all others use “D” connector die.
WR1010 and WR299 use four indents with a mechanical tool; all others use five indents.
All die connectors use two indents with a hydraulic tool.
www.tnb.com
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
F-203
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Aluminum H-Tap Connectors and Covers
WR Wide-Range Aluminum Tap Connectors (continued)
™
Main
A
B
Tap
B
WR Connector
WR™ Supplemental D Connectors
Conductor Range
Standard Conductor*
Main
CAT. NO.
Compact Conductor
Tap
Main
ACSR
Str.
Sol.
WR319
3/0
3/0
—
WR339
3/0
3/0
—
WR359
4/0, 3/0
4/0, 3/0
—
ACSR
Str.
Sol.
ACSR
Str.
#2, #3,
#4
2/0,
1/0, #1
#1, #2,
#3, #4
#1, #2
3/0
4/0
2/0, 1/0
—
3/0
4/0
#3, #4, #6
#2, #3,
#4, #6
WR369
4/0, 3/0
4/0, 3/0
—
WR369†
4/0,
3/0, 2/0
4/0, 3/0
—
WR389
4/0, 3/0
4/0, 3/0
—
2/0, 1/0
3/0, 2/0
—
WR389†
4/0,
3/0, 2/0
4/0, 3/0
—
2/0,
1/0, #1
3/0,
2/0, 1/0
—
#4, #6
#1, #2, 1/0, #1,
#3, #4
#2, #3
1/0, #1, 1/0, #1,
#2, #3, #4 #2, #3, #4
#1
1/0,
#1, #2
Diameter (in.)
Tap
266,
266,
4/0, 3/0 250, 4/0
266,
266,
4/0, 3/0 250, 4/0
266,
266, 250,
4/0, 3/0 4/0, 3/0
266,
266,
4/0, 3/0 250, 4/0
266,
266,
4/0, 3/0 250, 4/0
ACSR
Main
Str.
#1, #2,
#1, #2
#3, #4
2/0,
3/0,
1/0
2/0, 1/0
1/0,
1/0,
#1, #2
#1, #2
1/0,
1/0,
#1, #2
#1, #2
1/0, #1,
1/0,
#2, #3, #4 #1, #2
3/0,
3/0,
2/0
2/0
3/0,
3/0,
2/0, 1/0 2/0, 1/0
Tap
Max.
Min.
Max.
Min.
Connector
Length (in.)
.502
.461
.332
.299
17⁄8
.502
.461
.447
.336
21⁄8
.563
.461
.266
.162
17⁄8
.563
.461
.374
.266
17⁄8
.563
.423
.373
.232
17⁄8
.563
.461
.470
.376
23⁄16
.563
.423
.470
.336
23⁄16
* Will accept conductors of the same wire sizes with a 3% reduction of diameter (compressed).
†
Conductor range possible only when crimped with a hydraulic tool.
Note: W
R359 and WR369 use four indents with a mechanical tool; WR319 uses five indents with a mechanical tool; W339 and WR389 use six indents with a mechanical tool.
WR369 can also use five indents with a mechanical tool.
All die connectors use two indents with a hydraulic tool.
F-204
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
www.tnb.com
Aluminum H-Tap Connectors and Covers
Main
Tap
Tap
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
L
WR715
WR™ N Die Tap Connectors
Conductor Range
Standard Conductor*
Main
CAT. NO.
ACSR
WR715
39718⁄1,
336, 266
WR775
39718⁄1,
336, 266,
4/0
WR815
47718⁄1,
397, 336,
266, 4/0
WR835
or
nb 50040
47718⁄1,
397, 336,
266, 4/0
WR875†
47718⁄1,
397, 336,
266, 4/0
WR885
or
nb 500
47718⁄1,
397, 336,
266, 4/0
Compact Conductor
Tap
Main
Diameter (in.)
Tap
Main
Max.
Min.
Max.
Min.
Connector
Length (in.)
.753
.502
.447
.162
2
.743
.502
.743
.520
3
3/0, 2/0,
1/0, #1,
#2, #3,
#4, #6
.858
.502
.447
.162
2
266, 4/0,
3/0, 2/0
250, 4/0,
3/0
.858
.502
.563
.368
2
556, 477,
397, 350,
336, 300,
336, 300
397, 336,
266
400, 397,
350, 336,
300, 266,
250
.858
.502
.684
.520
3
556, 477,
397, 350,
336, 300,
266, 250
556, 477,
397, 336,
266
556, 477,
397, 350,
336, 300,
266, 250
.814
.502
.814
.520
3
Str.
ACSR
Str.
Sol.
ACSR
Str.
ACSR
Str.
400, 397,
350, 336,
300, 266,
250
400, 397,
350, 336,
300, 266,
250, 4/0
556, 500,
400, 397,
350, 336,
300, 266,
250
556, 500,
400, 397,
350, 336,
300, 266,
250
556, 500,
400, 397,
350, 336,
300, 266,
250
500, 400,
397, 350,
336, 300,
266, 250,
4/0
2/0, 1/0,
#1, #2,
#3, #4,
#6
2/0, 1/0,
#1, #2,
#3, #4,
#6
400, 397,
350, 336,
300, 266,
250, 4/0
3/0, 2/0,
1/0, #1,
#2, #3,
#4, #6
477, 397,
336
500, 477,
397, 350
2/0, 1/0,
#1, #2,
#3, #4,
#6
—
477, 397,
336, 266
500, 477,
397, 350,
336, 300,
266, 250
477, 397,
336, 266
3/0, 2/0,
1/0, #1,
#2, #3,
#4, #6
500, 477,
397, 336,
300, 266,
250
2/0, 1/0,
#1, #2,
#3, #4,
#6
2/0, 1/0,
#1, #2,
#3, #4,
#6
3/0, 2/0,
1/0, #1
#2, #3,
#4, #6
556, 477,
397, 336,
266
556, 477,
397, 336,
266, 250
2/0, 1/0,
#1, #2,
#3, #4,
#6
4/0, 3/0,
2/0, 1/0
4/0, 3/0,
2/0, 1/0
4/0, 3/0,
2/0
556, 477,
397, 336,
266
556, 477,
397, 350,
336, 300,
266, 250
47718⁄1
266
350, 336,
300, 266,
250
397,
366
556, 477,
397, 336,
266
47718⁄1,
397, 336,
266, 4/0
500, 400,
397, 350,
336, 300,
266, 250,
4/0
—
556, 477,
397, 336,
266
39718⁄1,
336, 266,
4/0
Tap
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Main
* Will accept conductors of the same wire sizes with a 3% reduction of diameter (compressed).
†
See Fig. 2.
Note: All die connectors can be used with Blackburn JB12A, JB12B, 12A and Y-35 tools.
All die connectors are for use with hydraulic tools, 12-ton and greater.
WR715, WR815 and WR835 use two indents with a hydraulic tool; all others use three indents.
www.tnb.com
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
F-205
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Aluminum H-Tap Connectors and Covers
WR Wide-Range Aluminum Tap Connectors (continued)
™
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Main
Main
Tap
Tap
WR699
L
WR™ N Die Tap Connectors (continued)
Conductor Range
Standard Conductor*
Main
CAT. NO.
ACSR
WR699
39718⁄1,
336, 266
WR719
39718⁄1,
336, 266
WR739
39718⁄1
336, 266
WR779
39718⁄1,
336, 266
WR799
47718⁄1,
266
WR819
47718⁄1,
397, 336
WR839
47718⁄1,
397, 336
WR879†
47718⁄1,
397, 336
WR889
47718⁄1,
397, 336
Compact Conductor
Tap
Str.
400, 397,
350, 336,
300, 266,
250
400, 397,
350, 336,
300, 266,
250
400, 397,
350, 336,
300, 266,
250
400, 397,
350, 336,
300, 266,
250
500, 250
556, 500,
477, 450,
400, 397,
350, 336
556, 500,
477, 450,
400, 397,
350, 336
556, 500,
477, 450,
400, 397,
350, 336
500, 400,
397, 350,
336
Main
Diameter (in.)
Tap
Main
Str.
Sol.
ACSR
Str.
ACSR
Str.
Max.
Min.
Max.
Connector
Min. Length (in.)
#4, #6
#3, #4,
#6
#2, #3,
#4, #6
477, 397,
336
477, 397,
350, 336,
300
#4, #6
#2, #3,
#4, #6
.743
.570
.266
.162
2
2/0, 1/0,
#1, #2,
#3
2/0, 1/0,
#1, #2
3/0, 2/0,
1/0, #1
477, 397,
336
477, 397,
350, 336,
300
2/0, 1/0,
#1, #2
3/0, 2/0,
1/0, #1
.743
.570
.447
.289
2
4/0, 3/0,
2/0, 1/0
4/0, 3/0,
2/0
4/0
477, 397,
336
477, 397,
350, 336,
300
266, 4/0,
3/0
266, 250,
4/0
.743
.570
.563
.398
2
39718⁄1,
336, 266
400, 397,
350, 336, 477, 397
266, 250
477, 397,
336
477, 397,
350, 336,
300
477, 397,
336
477, 397,
336
.743
.570
.743
.570
3
#4, #6
#3, #4,
#6
#2, #3,
#4, #6
47718⁄1,
266
500, 250
#3, #4,
#6
#2, #3,
#4, #6
.814
.575
.270
.160
2
2/0, 1/0,
#1, #2,
#3
2/0, 1/0,
#1, #2
3/0, 2/0,
1/0, #1
556, 477,
397
556, 477,
397
2/0, 1/0,
#1, #2
3/0, 2/0,
1/0, #1
.858
.659
.477
.289
2
4/0, 3/0,
2/0
4/0, 3/0
4/0
556, 477,
397
556, 477,
397
266, 4/0,
3/0
266, 4/0,
3/0
.858
.659
.563
.477
2
33618⁄1,
266
350, 336,
300, 266
397
556, 477,
397
556, 477,
397
397, 336
397, 350,
336
.858
.659
.684
.593
3
47718⁄1,
397, 336
500, 400,
397, 350,
336
—
556, 477,
397, 336
556, 477,
397, 350
556, 477,
397, 336
556, 477,
397, 350
.814
.666
.814
.666
3
* Will accept conductors of the same wire sizes with a 3% reduction of diameter (compressed).
†
See Figure 2.
Note: A ll die connectors can be used with Blackburn JB12A, JB12B, WH2, PH2, 12A and Y-35 tools.
All die connectors are for use with hydraulic tools, 10-ton and greater.
WR779, WR879 and WR889 use three indents with a hydraulic tool; all others use two indents.
F-206
Tap
ACSR
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
www.tnb.com
Aluminum H-Tap Connectors and Covers
A
B
Tap
L
WR909
WR™ R Die Tap Connectors
Conductor Range
Standard Conductor
CAT. NO.
ACSR
WR909
55618⁄1,
477, 397,
336, 300
WR929
55618⁄1,
477,397,
336, 300
WR949
WR969
WR989
WR999
79526⁄7,
715, 666,
636, 605,
556,
47730⁄7
79526⁄7,
715, 666,
636, 605,
556,
47730⁄7
79526⁄7,
715, 666,
636, 605,
556,
47730⁄7
95445⁄7,
900, 874,
795, 715,
666
Compact Conductor
ACSR
Str.
ACSR
Str.
ACSR
Str.
Max.
Min.
Max.
33618⁄1,
266, 4/0,
3/0, 2/0,
1/0
350, 336,
266, 250,
4/0, 3/0,
2/0
636, 556,
477, 397
700, 636,
556, 500,
477, 450
3971⁄2, 336,
266, 4/0,
3/0, 2/0
397, 350,
336, 300,
266, 250,
4/0, 3/0
.893
.666
.684
.398
43⁄4
55618⁄1,
477, 397
336, 300
600, 556,
550, 477,
450, 400,
397, 350,
336
636, 556,
477, 397
700, 636,
556, 500,
477, 450
636, 556,
477, 397
700, 636,
556, 477,
450
.893
.666
.893
.666
43⁄4
33618⁄1,
266, 4/0,
3/0, 2/0,
1/0
350, 336,
266, 250,
4/0, 3/0,
2/0
954, 874,
795
1000, 954,
874, 795,
750
39718⁄1,
336, 266,
4/0, 3/0,
2/0
397, 350,
336, 300,
266, 250,
4/0, 3/0
1.108
.883
.684
.398
43⁄4
954, 874,
795
1000, 954,
874, 795
636, 556,
477, 397
700, 636,
556, 477,
450
1.108
.883
.893
.666
43⁄4
954, 874,
795
1000, 954,
874, 795,
750
954, 874,
795
1000, 954,
874, 795,
750
1.108
.883
1.108
.883
43⁄4
954, 900
1000, 900
954, 900,
874
1000, 900
1.172
.997
1.172
.994
43⁄4
Tap
Str.
600, 556,
550, 500,
477, 450,
397, 350,
336
600, 556,
550, 500,
477, 450,
397, 350,
336
900, 874,
800, 795,
750, 715,
700, 636,
600
900, 874,
800, 795,
750, 715,
700, 636,
600
900, 874,
800, 795,
750, 715,
700, 636,
600
1033,
1000, 900,
800, 795,
750
Diameter (in.)
Connector
Length
Min.
(in.)
Main
55618⁄1,
477, 397,
336, 300
79526⁄7,
715, 666,
636, 605,
556,
47730⁄7
95445⁄7,
900, 874,
795, 750,
666
Main
600, 556,
550, 500,
477, 450,
400, 397,
350, 336
900, 874,
800, 795,
750, 715,
700, 636,
600
1033,
1000, 900,
800, 795,
750
Tap
Main
Tap
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Main
Note:All die connectors can be used with Blackburn JB60A, JB60B, Y60, 60A and PH-3 tools.
All die connectors use four indents with a mechanical tool.
www.tnb.com
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
F-207
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Aluminum H-Tap Connectors and Covers
WR Wide-Range Aluminum Tap Connectors (continued)
™
Tap A
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Main
Main
Tap A
Tap B
WR502
L
WR9
WR™ Street Lighting Compression Connectors
Conductor Range
Standard Conductor*
CAT. NO.
Figure
No.
WR9
2
WR139
1
WR502
1
WR502†
1
Main
ACSR
Str.
Diameter (in.)
Tap A
Sol.
Str.
Sol.
Tap B
Str.
Sol.
#3, #4, #2, #3, #1, #2, #8, #10, #8, #10,
—
—
#6
#4, #6 #3, #4 #12, #14 #12, #14
1/0, #1, 2/0, 1/0,
#6, #8,
#2, #3, #1, #2, #1, #2 #8, #10
#12, #14 #12, #14
#10
#4
#3
#6, #8,
4/0, 3/0 4/0, 3/0
—
#8, #10
#12, #14 #12, #14
#10
4/0, 3/0, 4/0, 3/0,
#6, #8,
—
#8, #10
#12, #14 #12, #14
2/0, 1/0 2/0, 1/0
#10
Main
Tap A
Tap B
Max.
Min.
Max.
Min.
Max.
Min.
.292
.184
.146
.064
—
—
.419
.250
.162
.100
.092
.064
11⁄2
.563
.461
.162
.100
.092
.064
11⁄2
.563
.365
.162
.100
.092
.064
11⁄2
* Will accept conductors of the same wire size with a 3% reduction of diameter (compressed).
†
This range is possible only when crimped with a hydraulic tool.
Note: W
R9 uses a 5⁄8" BG connector die; WR139 uses an “O” connector die; WR502 uses a “D” connector die.
WR9 uses three indents with a mechanical tool; all others use four indents.
WR139 and WR502 use two indents with a hydraulic tool.
F-208
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Connector
Length
(in.)
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
www.tnb.com
⁄16
13
Aluminum H-Type Compression Connectors
• Prefilled with oxide inhibitor to prevent oxidation and keep
out moisture
• Comply with ANSI C119.4 when properly installed on
aluminum-to-aluminum or aluminum-to-copper conductors
• Connectors fully marked with installation and compression
location information, providing easy identification for easy
installation
• RUS Accepted
Style 1
Style 2
Main Groove, “A” Range
Groove “A”
Decimal
CAT. NO. Style Range
ACSR
Str.
#2(7)–#6(7)
UB 214
5
.325–.162
#27⁄1–#66⁄1
OB 2014
OB 22
OB 103
6
4
1
.447–.292
.325–.162
.398–.162
2/06⁄1–#26⁄1
#27⁄1–#66⁄1
1/06⁄1–#66⁄1
NB 60020
2
.915–.575 556.524⁄7–266.818⁄1 600(61)–250(37)
2
1.196–.586 954 ⁄7–266.8 ⁄1
ZB 95440
3
1.140–.586 79530⁄19–266.818⁄1
ZB 95410
3
1.140–.586 79530⁄19–266.818⁄1
18
1000(61)–
266.8(7)
750(61)–
266.8(7)
750(61)–
266.8(7)
Style 4
Style 5
Standard Conductor/ACSR/AAC
Tap Groove, “B” Range
Sol.
Groove “B”
Decimal
Range
Style 6
Side Grove, “C” Range
ACSR
Str.
Sol.
Groove “C”
Decimal
Range
—
#8–#14
#7–#14
—
#1–#6 .146–.064
2/0(19)–#2(7)
— .146–.064
#2(7)–#6(7) #2–#6 .325–.162
1/0(19)–#6(7) #2–#6 .332–.162
ZB 954
54
Style 3
Str.
Sol.
—
—
L
⁄4
3
—
#27⁄1–#66⁄1
#27⁄1–#66⁄1
3
#8–#14
#7–#14
—
—
—
⁄4
#2(7)–#6(7) #2–#6 .148–.062 #8–#14 #8–#14 11⁄2
#1(19)–#6(7) #2–#6
—
—
— 11⁄2
.419–.162
1/06⁄1–#66⁄1
2/0(19)–#6(7) 2/0–#6
—
1.196–.568
954 ⁄7–
266.818⁄1
—
.741–.522 336.430⁄7–4/06⁄1 350(37)–4/0(7)
—
.292–.162 #2–#6 #2–#6
3
—
.563–.368
—
.292–.162 #2–#6 #2–#6
3
—
54
4/06⁄1–1/06⁄1
1000(61)–
266.8(7)
4/0(19)–1/0(7)
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
21⁄8
6
Die
⁄8 or
BG
O
O
O
Tap
Cvr.
5
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Aluminum H-Tap Connectors and Covers
Deadend aluminum, ACSR or aluminum-alloy conductors.
CO
20 B
N
Z or
R
Z or
R
Z or
R
—
—
—
Note: For connector covers, see next page. Install with hydraulic tools only. Use UT 5 tool with “O” and “D” connector dies; use UT 15 tool with “O,” “D,” “N” or “Z” connector dies. For more
information, please consult your Thomas & Betts representative. For Kearney, use “O” and “D” connector dies with mechanical or hydraulic tools. For Burndy®, use “O” and “D-3” connector
dies with mechanical or hydraulic tools; use “N,” “Z” or “R” connector dies with hydraulic tools.
www.tnb.com
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
F-209
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Aluminum H-Tap Connectors and Covers
Secure double-locking latches
provide a close-fitting top
and bottom seal.
H-Type Connector Covers
• Tapered drains in both cover halves prevent accumulation
of water within the cover, regardless of which half of the
cover is down
• Made from black polypropylene to resist the elements, UV sun rays and common contaminants
CN 600 B
H-Type Connector Covers
CAT. NO.
H (in.)
L (in.)
w (in.)
CO 20 B
CD 40 B
CN 600 B
21⁄4
23⁄8
215⁄16
41⁄2
55⁄8
67⁄8
15⁄8
13⁄4
2
Type C H-Type Compression Connector Covers
CAT. NO.
c2bb
c5bb
c7
c9
c9l
F-210
CO 20 B
• Thin strips of the “grass skirt” mold around the conductors
to provide a highly reliable end enclosure
CAPaCITY (before compression)
H (in.)
L (in.)
w (in.)
All 5⁄8" O.D. Sleves 2" long or less
All O Die Taps 1.75" long or less
All D Die Taps 2.5" long or less
All N and D Die Taps 2" long or less
All N and D Die Taps 5" long or less
1.10
1.60
1.80
2.75
2.75
4.00
3.75
5.00
4.25
7.25
1.05
1.25
1.45
2.00
2.00
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
www.tnb.com
Fig. 1
A
Copper H-Type
Compression Connectors
H (Min.)
H1
B
• Made of pure electrolytic copper for high conductivity
Fig. 2
• Full-length tab makes installation easy
• Installs with standard compression tools and dies
A
• RUS Accepted
H (Min.)
H1
B
Conductor range
Standard
conductor*
CAT. NO.
CF44-1
CFS44-1
CF22-1
CFS22-1
CF102-1
CF1010-1
CF202-1
CF2020-1
CF402-1
CF4010-1
CF4040-1
main
tap
fig.
no. sol. str. sol. str.
#4,
#4,
1
#6 #6, #6
#6
#8
#4,
#4,
2
#6 #6, #8
#6
#8
#2,
#2,
1
#4
#4
#4
#4
#2,
#2,
2
#4
#6
#4
#6
1/0, #2,
1
— #1, #4, #4
#2 #6
1/0,
1/0,
1
— #1, — #1,
#2
#2
2/0,
2/0,
1/0,
1
—
—
1/0
#1,
#2
2/0,
2/0,
1/0,
1
—
—
1/0
#1,
#2
4/0,
#2,
1
— 3/0,
#4
#4
2/0
4/0,
1/0,
1
— 3/0, — #1,
2/0
#2
4/0,
4/0,
1
— 3/0, — 3/0,
2/0
2/0
installation information
Dimensional
information
Diameter (in.)*
main
tap
Hydraulic Tools†
mechanical tools†
max.
min.
max.
min.
h
Min.
H
1
Connector
Length
.204
.162
.204
.128
.971
.729
13
.204
.162
.204
.128
.864
.743
13
.258
.204
.258
.204
1.162
.813
13
.258
.204
.258
.162
1.017
.842
13
.373
.292
.258
.162
1.54
1.1
27
.373
.292
.373
.292
1.61
1.05
27
.419
.368
.258
.204
1.67
1.269
7
.419
.368
.414
.292
1.74
1.22
7
.528
.414
.258
.204
1.983
1.423
7
.528
.414
.373
.292
1.992
.528
.414
.528
.414
2.252
od 58
md
type o series
jb12a
jb12b
h
series
y-35
tbm15/
y42/y46
⁄16
B, T,
5
⁄8
B, T,
5
⁄8
W-KB,
W-BG
BKT
B
BKT,
U-BG
BKT,
U-B
⁄16
B, T,
5
⁄8
B, T,
5
⁄8
W-KB,
W-BG
BKT
BKT
BKT,
U-BG
BKT,
U-BG
⁄16
K
K
W-KK
—
—
—
BKT
⁄16
K
K
W-KK
W-KK
BKT
BKT
BKT
⁄32
—
—
—
O
O
O
O
⁄32
—
—
—
O
O
O
O
⁄8
—
—
—
K-C
C
K-C
K-C
⁄8
—
—
—
K-C
C
K-C
K-C
⁄8
—
—
—
D∞
D∞
D∞
D∞
1.423
11⁄8
—
—
—
D∞
D∞
D∞
D∞
1.483
11⁄8
—
—
—
D∞
D∞
D∞
D∞
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Copper H-Tap Connectors
Efficient design requires
less crimping force.
* Decimal dimensions are for conventional conductor, not Copperweld ® or Alumoweld ® .
Use three indents with mechanical tools and one indent with hydraulic tools. At 15 ton/head, use appropriate die adapters.
∞ Blackburn “D” dies.
†
www.tnb.com
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
F-211
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Stirrup Connectors
Protect main conductors
from arcing damage.
WRQ and WRS
Stirrup Connectors
• Guard main conductors against arcs — perfect for when
hot line taps are installed
WRS
• Utilize standard WR connectors and plated copper bails
for high conductivity and corrosion resistance
WRQ
H1
4"
3 3⁄4"
41⁄2"
L
Fig. 2
Fig. 1
WRQ and WRS Stirrup Connectors
Conductor range
figure 1
diameter (in.)
figure 2
CAT. NO.
cat. no.
acsr
awg
max.
min.
copper
bail
WRQ154
WRQ152
WRQ172
WRQ232
WRQ352
—
—
WRQ698
WRS154
WRS152
WRS172
WRS232
WRS352
WRS719
WRS819
—
#2–#6
#2–#6
1/0–#3
2/0–1/0
4/0–3/0
39718⁄1–266
47726⁄7–266
47726⁄7–266
#1 str.–#6 sol.
#1 str.–#6 sol.
1/0 str.–#1 sol.
2/0 str.–1/0 str.
4/0 str.–3/0 str.
400 str.–250 str.
500 str.–336 str.
500 str.–250 str.
.332
.332
.398
.447
.563
.743
.858
.858
.162
.162
.281
.368
.46
.6
.666
.574
#4 sol.
#2 sol.
#2 sol.
#2 sol.
#2 sol.
2/0 sol.
2/0 sol.
#2 sol.
mech.
hyd.
l
h
O
O
O
D
D
—
—
—
O
O
O
D
D
N
N
N
10
10
10
10
10
121⁄4
121⁄4
121⁄4
⁄8
⁄8
7
⁄8
7
⁄8
7
⁄8
33⁄16
33⁄16
33⁄16
* Decimal dimensions are for conventional conductor, not Copperweld ® or Alumoweld ® .
F-212
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
dimensions
type wrs
installation dies
www.tnb.com
7
7
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Stirrup Connectors
Aluminum conductor elements are
designed to be preloaded for faster
installation into hotstick tools.
SC and QC Stirrup Connectors
• Use standard O, D and N dies — no special compression
tools needed
• Prefilled with oxide inhibitor to prevent oxidation and keep
out moisture
• Bail made of tin-plated copper wire for high conductivity
and corrosion resistance
SCO
• Wide range of stirrups fit #6 solid to 500 kcmil wire sizes
• Knurled design resists rotation
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Conductor Range
Figure 1
Figure 2
CAT. NO.
CAT. NO.
QCO02
QCO21
QCD41
QCN50
SCo02
SCO21
SCD41
SCN50
Diameter
ACSR
AWG
#2–#6
#2 str.–#6 sol.
2/0–#2
2/0 str.–#2 sol.
4/0–3/0 4/0 str.–3/0 sol.
47718⁄1–4/0 500–4/0 str.
www.tnb.com
in.
mm
.325–.162 8.25–.412
.414–.292 10.51–7.41
.563–.464 14.29–10.51
.814–.528 20.66–13.40
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Bail
(Tin Plated)
Installation Dies
Dimensions
Size
Dia. (mm)
Mech.
Hyd.
L
H1
#2 sol.
#2 sol.
#2 sol.
1/0 sol.
6.35
6.35
6.35
6.22
O
O
D
—
O
O
—
N
83⁄4
83⁄4
83⁄4
11
31⁄8
31⁄8
31⁄8
311⁄16
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
F-213
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Stirrup Connectors
Protect conductors from arc and mechanical
damage where hot line clamps are used.
Anti-Rotational Hot-Line Stirrups
• For aluminum, AAAC and ACSR conductors
• Can be pre-loaded into a hotstick installing tool, hooked over
the line and compressed
NC 60010
• Connector is made from aluminum, and factory-installed bail
is tin-plated solid copper for high conductivity and corrosion
resistance
• Diamond knurling at tap connections and in the hot-line
clamping area improve both mechanical and electrical
performance
• Connectors prefilled with oxide inhibitor to prevent
oxidation and keep out moisture
NST 60010
• All connectors marked with wire size, installation die codes
and compression locations, providing easy identification
for easy installation
C-Type Stirrups
A
conductor size
cat. no.
OC 42
OC 22
OC 102
DC 402
NC 40010
NC 60010
acsr
str.
sol.
a
b
die
#4
#4–#2
#4–1/0
3/0–4/0
266.8 (18/1)–397.5 (18/1)
397.5 (18/1)–556.5 (18/1)
#4
#4–#2
#2–1/0
3/0–4/0
250 (37)–400 (37)
477–600
#6–#4
#2
—
—
—
—
17⁄8
17⁄8
17⁄8
23⁄4
21⁄8
21⁄8
2
2
2
2
1/0
1/0
O
O
O
D
N
N
B
Crank-Type Stirrups
conductor size
cat. no.
OST 42
OST 22
OST 102
OB 103 ST
DST 402
NST 40010
NST 60010
DB 404 ST*
NB 50040 ST*
acsr
str.
a
b
c
die
#4
#4–#2
#4–1/0
#6–1/0
3/0–4/0
266.8 (18/1)–397.5 (18/1)
397.5 (26/7)–556.5 (18/1)
3/0–4/0
4/0–477 (18/1)
#6 sol.–#4
#4–#2
#2–1/0
#6–1/0
3/0–4/0
250 (37)–400 (37)
477–600
3/0–4/0
4/0–500
10
10
10
91⁄2
10
12
12
12
10
2
2
2
2
2
1/0
1/0
2
2/0
23⁄4
23⁄4
23⁄4
23⁄4
23⁄4
27⁄8
27⁄8
23⁄4
27⁄8
O
O
O
O
D
N
N
D
N
A
41⁄2"
* Designates H-Tap style.
F-214
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
C
B
www.tnb.com
Anti-Rotational Paltrap Hot-Line Stirrups
™
• For aluminum, 5005, AAAC and ACSR conductors
• Can be pre-loaded into a hotstick installing tool, hooked over the line
and compressed
• Paltrap connector is made from aluminum, and factory-installed bail
is tin-plated solid copper for high conductivity and corrosion resistance
• Connectors prefilled with oxide inhibitor to prevent oxidation and keep
out moisture
• All connectors marked with wire size, installation die codes and
compression locations, providing easy identification for easy installation
A
Anti-Rotational Paltrap™ Hot-Line Stirrups
main conductor
cat. no.
sol.
str.
ascr
a
b
installing
die
QH 6 S
QH 4 S
SH 2 S
#4 and #6
#2
—
#6
#4
#2
#6
#4
#2
21⁄16
21⁄16
23⁄8
1
1
13⁄16
TQ, 12, 1⁄2,
42
45, TS, 13, 9⁄16
B
2 3⁄4"
Note: Bails may be ordered separately for field assembly of stirrups using Paltrap connectors.
Specify catalog number HLB 2 for #2 tinned solid copper bail or catalog number HLB 10
for 1/0 tinned solid copper bail.
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Stirrup Connectors
Protect aluminum and ACSR main conductors from arc
and mechanical damage where hot-line clamps are used.
Designed for distribution service
connections with standard hotsticks.
Copper Tin-Plated Bails
• Choose from seven bail types, all handling either #2 or 1/0
conductor sizes
S 4425
HLB 2
• Tin plated to resist corrosion
Fig. 1
Copper Tin-Plated Bails
Fig. 2
H
CAT. NO.
size
fig.
h
l
HLB 2
HLB 10
S 4425*
S 4425-1/0
OL 4425
HLCB 2
#2
1/0
#2
1/0
#2
#2
1
1
2
2
3
4
2 ⁄8
23⁄4
4
4
31⁄8
23⁄4
4 ⁄4
43⁄8
41⁄4
41⁄4
41⁄4
41⁄2
3
* S 4425 is split in the center and recommended for H-Type connector applications.
www.tnb.com
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
H
L
1
L
Fig. 4
Fig. 3
H
H
L
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
L
F-215
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Stirrup Connectors
The single-piece stirrup for a large,
workhorse conductor.
CCS Compression Stirrup
• Bail made of tin-plated copper wire for high conductivity and
corrosion resistance
• Use U or 6024 dies — no special compression tools needed
13 3⁄4"
CCS Compression Stirrup
Conductor range
CAT. NO.
max.–min.
diameter
max.–min.
Copper bail
tin plated
CCS44
800–636 str.
1.032–.918
2/0 sol.
4"
5"
Covers and protects conductors
from arcing when line clamps
are attached or disconnected.
LP Compression Line Protector Sleeves
LP10
• Fit #4, #2 and 1/0 conductors
• Feature a hot-line clamp-bearing surface measuring
11
⁄16" diameter by 4" long
L
4"
• Use 5⁄8", BG and G dies — no special compression tools needed
⁄16"
11
LP Compression Line Protector Sleeves
diameter
F-216
ACSR
AWG
MAX.
MIN.
length
LP4
#4
#4
.257
.232
8
5
LP2
#2
#2
.316
.292
8
5
LP10
1/0
1/0
.398
.373
8
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
installing dies
Hot line clamp bearing surface:
11
⁄16" dia. x 4" length
⁄8 Peach, BG, G
⁄8 Peach, BG, G
O
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
www.tnb.com
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Hot-Line Clamps
Hot-line clamps built for all seasons.
HLC Hot-Line Clamps
(Protected Thread)
™
• Eyebolt coated with grease to ensure easy turning in all weather conditions
• Built for general/copper applications and available for a wide conductor range
Conductor range
main
body
for wire
combination
Bronze
Plated Bronze
Plated Aluminum
Bronze
Plated Bronze
Plated Aluminum
Copper to Copper
General Purpose
General Purpose
Copper to Copper
General Purpose
General Purpose
CAT. NO.
HLC2108*
HLC2108P
HLC2108AP9
HLC3974
HLC3974P
HLC3974AP
tap
ACSR
AWG or
kcmil
acsr.
awg
—
2/0–#6
2/0–#6
—
—
397.5–#6
2/0–#8
2/0–#8
2/0–#8
400–#6 sol.
400–#6 sol.
400–#6 sol.
—
2/0–#6
2/0–#6
—
3/0–#6
3/0–#6
2/0
2/0–#8
2/0–#8
4/0–#6 sol.
4/0–#6 sol.
4/0–#6 sol.
* RUS Accepted.
Note: For oxide-inhibitor option, add “-9” suffix to the catalog number.
Reliable performance for years to come.
PGH Center-Bolt Parallel-Groove
Hot-Tap Clamps
™
L
W
L
• Tight, secure fittings to positively secure main and tap wires
H
• Catalog numbers ending with 9 are prefilled with oxide
inhibitor to prevent oxidation and keep out moisture
Fig. 1
Conductor range
std.
CAT. NO. cat no.
ACSR
Fig. 2
tap
AWG or kcmil
—
PGH29
2/0–#8
2/0 str.–#8 sol.
PGH4
PGH49
397.5–#6, 2/0–#6
450–#4 sol.
—
PGH69
397.518⁄1–#2 AR
1000–4/0 str.
—
PGH6129* 874–4/0, 397. 518⁄1–#2 AR 1000–4/0 str.
Copper Clamps
PGH3
PGH39
—
2/0 str.–#8 sol.
* PGH6129 has two hex-head bolt and pressure pad tap conductor retainers.
Note: Copper clamps are for use on copper conductors only.
www.tnb.com
Fig. 3
conductor diameter (in.)
main
prefilled
H
H
acsr
main
center bolts
max. min.
max.
min.
no.
1/0–#8 1/0 str.–#8 sol. .447 .128
3/0–#6 4/0 str.–#6 sol. .781 .198
266–#6 300–#6 sol. 1.152 .522
266–#6 300–#6 sol. 1.152 .522
.398
.528
.657
.657
.128
.162
.162
.162
1
1
2
1
.128
.128
1
7
—
awg
tap
2/0 Str.#8 sol.
.419 .419
dimensions (in.)
dia.
fig.
w
h
l
1
⁄2
1
1
2
3
23⁄8
35⁄16
4
35⁄8
53⁄4
65⁄16
63⁄4
63⁄4
23⁄8
27⁄16
41⁄4
31⁄16
⁄16
1
23⁄8
51⁄4
11⁄4
AR — with Armor Rod.
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
F-217
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Mechanical Service Entrance Connectors
Long-lasting connectors with bodies
and screws made of high-strength copper alloy.
N and NPW Service Entrance Connectors
• Both types have a slotted hex-head screw for strong, tight connections
• Type NPW is tin plated to resist corrosion
• Type NPW has a tin-plated phosphor bronze washer to protect
the conductor and evenly distribute pressure
• Type NPW is dual-rated for use on ACSR and copper conductors
6N
Washer on
Type NPW only
Conductor Range (AWG)
ACSR
CAT. NO.
10N
6N
4N
—
10NPW
6NPW
4NPW
2NPW
Copper
Dimensions
Max.
Min.
Max.
Min.
A
B
C
D
Bolt
Head
—
#8
#6
#4
—
#8
#6
#4
—
#8
#8
#8
—
#8
#8
#8
#10 str.
#6 str.
#4 str.
#2 str.
#10 str.
#6 str.
#4 str.
#2 str.
#14 sol.
#10 sol.
#6 sol.
#6 sol.
#14 sol.
#10 sol.
#6 sol.
#6 sol.
⁄8
⁄16
1
⁄2
21
⁄32
3
⁄8
7
⁄16
1
⁄2
21
⁄32
.337
.415
.515
.643
.337
.415
.515
.643
.156
.191
.243
.304
.156
.191
.243
.304
.562
.656
.775
.97
.562
.656
.775
.97
⁄32
⁄16
3
⁄8
1
⁄8
9
⁄32
5
⁄16
3
⁄8
1
⁄8
3
7
9
5
H
H
B
B
C
C
A
Type N
A
Type NPW
House not adjacent to a pole?
This is the span clamp you need.
MS Neutral Span Clamp
• A combination aerial cable-neutral parallel-groove
connector and dead-ending clamp
• Accommodates up to four service drops
• Taps may be installed later, independent
of existing connections
2 1⁄8"
• High-strength, one-piece construction
5"
• Castings are of high-strength aluminum alloy
• Hardware is made of galvanized steel
2 7⁄16"
Conductor Range
⁄16"
9
ACSR
CAT. NO.
MS4
F-218
AWG
⁄8"
3
Main
Tap
Main
Tap
4/0–#4
1/0–#6
4/0 str.–#2 sol.
1/0 str.–#6 sol.
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
www.tnb.com
W
L
H
PAA One- and Two-Bolt
Aluminum Parallel-Groove Clamps
A
B
F
Cast PAA
L
F
W
• Galvanized steel carriage bolt, nut and lockwasher included
• Dual-rated for use on aluminum, ACSR and copper conductors
H
• Available prefilled with oxide inhibitor to prevent
oxidation on copper-to-aluminum connections
A
B
PAA339
Conductor Range
Conductor Diameter
Main
Standard Prefilled
Tap
Main
Tap
Dimensions (in.)
Bolt
Size
CAT. NO.
CAT. NO.
ACSR
AL/CU
ASCR
AL/CU
Max.
Min.
Max.
Min.
F
H
L
W
—
—
PAA4
PAA5
PAA6
PAA29
PAA339
PAA49
PAA59
PAA69
#2 str.–#6 sol.
1/0 str.–#6 sol.
1/0 str.–#6 sol.
1/0 str.–#8 sol.
2/0 str.–#8 sol.
.316
.398
.398
.398
.414
.162
.162
.162
.128
.128
.316
.398
.398
.398
.414
.162
.162
.162
.128
.128
⁄16
⁄16
9
⁄16
9
⁄16
9
⁄16
113⁄16
19⁄16
27⁄32
27⁄32
27⁄32
113⁄32
11⁄4
13⁄16
111⁄32
13⁄8
13⁄8
11⁄2
11⁄2
11⁄2
15⁄8
5
PAA109
1/0–#8
1/0 str.–#8 sol.
.741
.368
.398
.128
9
⁄16
215⁄32
2
13⁄4
3
PAA12
PAA129
#2 str.–#6 sol.
1/0 str.–#6 sol.
1/0 str.–#6 sol.
1/0 str.–#8 sol.
2/0 str.–#8 sol.
400–1/0 str.,
1/0–#6 AR
4/0 str.–#2 sol.
400–1/0 str.,
1/0–#6 AR
#2–#6
1/0–#6
1/0–#6
1/0–#8
1/0–#8
PAA10*
#2–#6
1/0–#6
1/0–#6
1/0–#8
1/0–#8
336.4–1/0,
1/0–#6 AR
4/0–#2
336.4–1/0,
1/0–#6 AR
4/0–#2
4/0 str.–#2 sol.
.563
.258
.563
.258
3
⁄4
1
2 ⁄4
2
2
1
336.4–1/0
400–1/0 str.
.741
.368
.741
.368
3
⁄4
3 ⁄4
3 ⁄4
2 ⁄2
1
PAA400
†
PAA4009
†
9
9
1
3
⁄16
⁄8
3
⁄8
3
⁄8
3
⁄8
3
⁄8
⁄2
⁄2
1
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Parallel-Groove Connectors
High-strength, heat-treated cast aluminum
alloy provides secure connections.
* RUS Listed.
†
PAA400 and PAA4009 are two bolt clamps.
AR = Over armor rod.
Note: For hex-head bolt option, add “-3” suffix to the catalog number.
Our most corrosion-resistant groove clamp ever!
PAC Aluminum Parallel-Groove
Clamps with Copper Liner
W
A
L
B
H
• Pressure-cast aluminum body effectively seals out moisture
and resists corrosion
⁄16"
9
• Clamp separates conductors to reduce the possibility
of galvanic corrosion
⁄8"
3
Conductor Range
Main
Tap
Conductor Diameter
Dimensions (in.)
Standard
Prefilled
CAT. NO.
CAT. NO.
ACSR
AL
Copper
Main
Tap
H
W
L
PAC345
PAC3459
.398–.128
.373–.128
27⁄32
117⁄32
11⁄4
PAC79
1/0 str.–#8 sol.
400–2/0 str.,
1/0–#6 AR
1/0 str.–#8 sol.
PAC7*
1/0–#8
336.4–1/0,
1/0–#6 AR
1/0 str.–#8 sol.
.741–.398
.373–.128
215⁄32
15⁄8
17⁄8
* RUS Listed.
Note: For hex-head bolt option, add “-3” suffix to the catalog number.
www.tnb.com
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
F-219
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Parallel-Groove Connectors
Galvanized steel hardware provides
high strength for heavy-duty applications.
L
F
W
PAE Parallel-Extruded Type
Groove Clamps
H
B
Fig. 1
• Install with live line tools you already have
L
F
W
• Dual-rated for aluminum-to-copper connections
• Prefilled with oxide inhibitor (“-9” suffix in chart) to prevent
oxidation on copper-to-aluminum connections
H
B
Note: F or aluminum-hardware option, add “-7” suffix to the catalog number.
For tin-plating option, add “-P” suffix to the catalog number.
For wax-dip option that provides oxide protection for aluminum-to-aluminum
connections, add “-6” suffix to the catalog number.
F
F
F
L
F
Fig. 2
A L
L
A L
A
W
W
W
W
H
H
H
H
Fig. 3
Fig. 6
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
Conductor Diameter (in.)
Conductor Range
CAT. NO.
Main
Tap
PAE-335-79
1/0 str.–#6 sol.
1/0 str.–#6 sol.
PAE-2121-9*
2/0 ACSR–#6 sol., #6 AR
2/0 ACSR–#6 sol., #6 AR
PAE-2121X-79 2/0 ACSR–#6 sol., #6 AR
2/0 ACSR–#6 sol., #6 AR
PAE-4141-9* 4/0 ACSR–#2 sol., #4–#6 AR 4/0 ACSR–#2 sol., #4–#6 AR
397.5 ACSR–3/0 str.,
PAE-3921-9-2
2/0 str.–#6 sol., #6 AR
2/0–#6 AR
1000–397.5 ACSR,
PAE-9941-9
4/0 ACSR–#2 sol., #4–#6 AR
336.4–2/0 AR
397.5 ACSR–3/0 str.,
PAE-3931-9-2
3/0 ACSR–2 str., #6 AR
2/0–#6 AR
397.5 ACSR–3/0 str.,
397.5 ACSR–3/0 str.,
PAE-3939-9-2
2/0–#6 AR
2/0–#6 AR
1000–397.5 ACSR,
PAE-9921-9
2/0 str.–#6 sol., #6 AR
336.4–2/0 AR
1000–397.5 ACSR,
397.5 ACSR–3/0 str.,
PAE-9939-9
336.4–2/0 AR
2/0–#6 AR
1000–397.5 ACSR,
1000–397.5 ACSR,
PAE-9999-9
336.4–2/0 AR
336.4–2/0 AR
Main
Tap
Dimensions (in.)
Max. Min.
Max. Min.
Fig.
H
W
L
.398
.447
.447
.563
.162
.162
.162
.258
.398
.447
.447
.563
.162
.162
.162
.258
1
1
1
1
19⁄16 11⁄2
2 15⁄8
2 15⁄8
2
2
11⁄4
13⁄8
13⁄8
13⁄8
9
.743 .464
.414
.162
2
29⁄16 21⁄4
15⁄8
3
1.152 .743
.563
.258
3 213⁄16 259⁄64 21⁄4
3
.743 .464
.502
.292
4
29⁄16 25⁄16 33⁄8
3
.743 .464
.743
.464
5
29⁄16 29⁄16 33⁄8
3
1.152 .743
.414
.162
3 213⁄16 23⁄16 21⁄4
3
1.152 .743
.743
.464
4 213⁄16 37⁄64 31⁄2
3
1.152 .743
1.152 .743
6 213⁄16 31⁄2
3
6
Galvanized Aluminum
F-220
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
Bolt Thd.
Size
F
B
A
⁄16
⁄16
9
⁄16
9
⁄16
—
7
⁄8
7
⁄8
7
⁄8
—
—
—
—
3
⁄8–16 UNC
⁄8–16 UNC
—
3
⁄8–16 UNC
3
3
3
⁄4
11⁄8
—
1
⁄2–13 UNC
1
⁄4
—
—
1
⁄2–13 UNC
1
⁄4
—
13⁄4
1
⁄2–13 UNC
1
⁄4
—
17⁄8
1
⁄2–13 UNC
5
⁄4
—
—
1
⁄2–13 UNC
5
⁄4
—
11⁄2
1
⁄2–13 UNC
5
⁄4
—
2
1
⁄2–13 UNC
5
9
* RUS Accepted.
AR = Over armor rod.
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Steel Bolt
Thd. Size.
www.tnb.com
⁄8–16 UNC
⁄8–16 UNC
3
⁄8–16 UNC
3
⁄8–16 UNC
⁄2–13 UNC
⁄2–13 UNC
⁄2–13 UNC
⁄8–11 UNC
⁄8–11 UNC
⁄8–11 UNC
⁄8–11 UNC
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Parallel-Groove Connectors
These jumper clamps are sized right for
#8 solid copper to 1/0 ACSR or 2/0 copper.
K Series Jumper Clamps
• Made of copper alloy for high strength and durability
• Silicon-bronze hex-head washer bolt ensures a super-secure fitting
• Parallel-groove design eliminates the need to remove the bolt
for installation
• Available unplated, plated or with plating in one groove —
choose the model that works best with your wiring
121⁄64"
Jumper Clamp with Plated and Copper Grooves
Plated Groove
CAT. NO.
K1
Copper Groove
Max.
Min.
Max.
Min.
1/0 ASCR,
#2 SCG
amerductor,
7
⁄16 galv. strand
#6 ACSR,
#12 SCG
amerductor,
#8 solid iron
2/0 str.
copper,
7
⁄16 Copperweld*,
2A Copperweld*
#8 solid
copper,
#9–12D
Copperweld*, etc.
* Trademark of Copperweld.
Note: Plated with plating removed from one groove. For use with aluminum,
amerductor or galvanized steel strand to copper or copper-bonded steel wires.
Jumper Clamp with Both Grooves Plated
Both Grooves Plated
CAT. NO.
K2
Max.
Min.
1/0 ASCR, #2 SCG amerductor,
7
⁄16 galvanized steel strand
#6 ACSR, #12 SCG amerductor,
#8 solid iron
19⁄32"
Note: Clamp is plated. For use with amerductor, aluminum or galvanized steel stranding.
Jumper Clamp with Both Grooves Unplated
Both Grooves Unplated
CAT. NO.
K3
Max.
Min.
2/0 str. copper,
⁄16 Copperweld*, 2A Copperweld*
#8 solid copper,
91⁄2D Copperweld*, etc.
7
* Trademark of Copperweld.
Note: Clamp is not plated. For copper-to-copper connections.
www.tnb.com
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
F-221
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Full- and Semi-Tension Compression Splices
Aluminum construction provides
high conductivity.
Aluminum Semi-Tension
Neutral Compression Splices
— Common Die Series
• Solid center stops ease cable insertion
• Prefilled with oxide inhibitor and topped with color-coded
caps to prevent oxidation and keep out moisture
SNG 02
• All splices marked with installation die codes
and compression locations, providing easy identification
for easy installation
4 1⁄4"
• Designed to develop 40% of the conductor’s
rated strength
• Meets or exceeds ANSI C119.4 specifications
A
B
Aluminum Semi-Tension Neutral Compression Splices
Conductor a
conductor b
CAT. NO.
ACSR
Str.
ACSR
Str.
Installing Dies
SNG 66
SNG 44
SNG 22
SNG 00
SNG 46
SNG 24
SNG 02
SNG 26
SNG 11
#6
#4
#2
1/0
#4
#2
1/0
#2
#1
#6
#4
#2
1/0
#4
#2
1/0
#2
#1
#6
#4
#2
1/0
#6
#4
#2
#6
#1
#6
#4
#2
1/0
#6
#4
#2
#6
#1
TU, 52, 5⁄8, BG, 243, 8A
Note: For tin-plating option, add “-TN” suffix to the catalog number.
F-222
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
www.tnb.com
Aluminum Loop
Compression Splices
• Versatile compression splices for ACSR, ACAR,
AAAC 5005 and AAC conductors
872
• Constructed from aluminum for high conductivity
• Prefilled with oxide inhibitor to prevent oxidation
and keep out moisture
892
• All splices marked with wire size, installation die codes
and compression locations, providing easy identification
for easy installation
• Meets or exceeds ANSI C119.4 specifications
L
Aluminum Loop Compression Splices
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Full- and Semi-Tension Compression Splices
Designed to develop 25% of the
conductor’s rated strength.
Installing Tools and Dies
(Compression per End)
Wire Size
CAT. NO.
ACSR, ACAR†,
5005†, AAAC
AAC
length
(in.)
EEI*
Die Code
SNG 00
Z 1 A 10
Z 1 A 51
866*
867*
869
H 1 A 33
872*
874*
876*
879
883
892
1/0 (6/1)
2/0 (6/1)
—
3/0 (6/1)
4/0 (6/1)
266.8
336.4 (18/1)
336.4
397.5
477
556.5
605–666.6
715.5–874.5
1/0
2/0
3/0
3/0
4/0–250
266–300
336–350
336.4–350
397.5–477
500–556.6
600–700
715.5–800
874.5–1000
41⁄4
63⁄8
41⁄4
63⁄8
63⁄8
71⁄2
65⁄8
71⁄2
71⁄2
71⁄2
93⁄4
123⁄4
123⁄4
8A
—
10A
10A
11A
11A
11A
13A
14A
15A
—
—
—
Dies — UT5 Type
Dies — Hydraulic
TU
TZ (6)
TZ (4)
TV (9)
TX (9)
243, 52, 5⁄8, BG
249, 76 (3), 76H (6), 840
TH (6)
87 (3), 87H (6)
—
96 (3), 96H (6), 472, 655
106 (3), 106A (6), 719, 327
115 (3), 115H (6), 318
125 (3), 125H (6), 15⁄16, 608
140 (4), 140H (8)
150 (4), 150H (8), 725, 352, 319, 292
58, 60, 245, 9A
* When using EEI dies, space compressions 1⁄8" apart.
†
Select diameter equivalent to ACSR.
www.tnb.com
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
F-223
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Full- and Semi-Tension Compression Splices
Seamless aluminum tubing
provides high conductivity.
Aluminum Full-Tension
Compression Splices
for Aluminum Conductors
Q2A7
2190
• Sleeves have an internal taper that acts as
a funnel-like entrance for easy insertion of
conductors and provides stress relief on the
conductor strands upon compression
• Prefilled with oxide inhibitor to prevent oxidation
and keep out moisture
U2A9
• All splices marked with conductor size and
die references, providing easy identification
for easy installation
• Designed to develop 95% or more of the
conductor’s rated strength
L
• Meets or exceeds ANSI C119.4 specifications
Aluminum Full-Tension Compression Splices
CAT. NO.
Wire Size
Length (in.)
Installing Dies
SNG44
Q2A7
U2A9
W 2 A 20
Z 2 A 10
Z 2 A 51
2169
2170
2174
2176
2178
2182
2183
2186
2187
2188
2190
#4 str.
#2 str.
1/0
2/0 str.
2/0 str.
3/0 str.
3/0 str.
4/0–250 str.
266–300 str.
336.4–350 str.
397.5–400 str.
450–477 str.
556.5 str.
636 str.
750–795 str.
795 str.
874.5–1000 str.
41⁄4
41⁄2
61⁄4
61⁄2
61⁄2
61⁄2
81⁄4
81⁄4
103⁄8
10
10
13
103⁄8
133⁄8
133⁄8
133⁄8
133⁄8
243, TU, 52, 518, 8A, BG
TQ, 163, 239, 1⁄2, 6A
TU, 52, 243, 19⁄32, CSA 22, 8A
TW-TY, 245, 635, 9A
166
166
TV, 66, 694, 702, 781, 10A
TX, 76, 249, 840, 11A
87
96H, 655, 11⁄8–1, 321, 13A
96H, 655, 11⁄8–1, 13A
106, 14A, 15⁄16
115H, 318, 15⁄16, 15A
125
140
140, 11⁄2
150
Note: For wire sizes over 1000 kcmil, please consult your Thomas & Betts representative.
F-224
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
www.tnb.com
Aluminum Full-Tension
Compression Splices for ACSR
and Aluminum-Alloy Conductors
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Full- and Semi-Tension Compression Splices
Simplify hot-line distribution construction
and eliminate the separate splicing
of ACSR core wires.
DS 267
• Constructed from seamless aluminum tubing
for high conductivity
• Prefilled with oxide inhibitor to prevent oxidation
and keep out moisture
BS 467
• Sleeves have an internal taper that acts as a funnel-like
entrance for easy insertion of conductors and provides stress
relief on the conductor strands upon compression
• Solid barriers in the center of the sleeves ensure all-around
distribution and penetration of the oxide inhibitor to all strands
L
• All splices marked with conductor size and die references,
providing easy identification for easy installation
• Designed to develop 95% or more of the conductor’s
rated strength
• Meets or exceeds ANSI C119.4 specifications
Aluminum Full-Tension Compression Splices
CAT. NO.
BS 66
BS 46
BS 467
DS 26
DS 267
WS 10
RS 10
MS 20
16100
16101
16104
16106
16477
Wire Size
L (in.)
Installing Dies
#6 AAC, #6 ACSR (6/1)
#4 AAC, #4 ACSR (6/1), #4 AAAC
#4 AAC, #4 ACSR (6/1), #4 ACSR (7/1), #4 AAAC
#2 AAC, #2 ACSR (6/1)
#2 AAC, #2 ACSR (6/1), #2 ACSR (7/1), #2 AAAC
1/0 AAC, 1/0 ACSR (6/1), 1/0 AAAC
1/0 AAC, 1/0 ACSR (6/1), 1/0 AAAC
2/0 AAC, 2/0 ACSR (6/1), 2/0 AAAC
3/0 AAC, 3/0 ACSR (6/1), 3/0 AAAC
4/0 AAC, 4/0 ACSR (6/1), 4/0 AAAC
336.4 (18/1) ACSR
397.5 (18/1) ACSR
477 (18/1) ACSR
65⁄8
97⁄16
103⁄8
121⁄4
111⁄4
123⁄8
13
177⁄8
177⁄8
177⁄8
19
28
30
TB, 239, 1⁄2
TB, 239, 1⁄2
TB, 239, 1⁄2
BG, TW-TY
BG, TW-TY
TW-TY, 58, 245
167, 247, 702, 737
TM, 62, 11⁄16
76H, 658
87, 654
96, 655, 11⁄8–1­, 13A
96
115H
Note: For wire sizes over 1­000 kcmil, please consult your Thomas & Betts representative.
www.tnb.com
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
F-225
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Full- and Semi-Tension Compression Splices
Compression splices for a wide
conductor range, no dies needed.
Aluminum Multi-Range Dieless
Compression Splices —
Minimum and Partial Tension
SGAC 500
• Made from aluminum for high strength and high conductivity
L
• Solid center stop ensures proper cable insertion
• Dual-rated for use with aluminum and copper conductors
• Connector bores coated with oxide inhibitor and capped
to prevent oxidation
• All splices marked with conductor sizes for easy identification
Minimum Tension
decimal range
CAT. NO.
SGAC 1/0
SNG 00
SGAC 3/0
SGAC 250
SGAC 350
SGAC 500
SGAC 8650
SGAC 8800
Conductor Size
Min. O.D.
Max. O.D.
Tool
L
#10 sol. – 1/0 ACSR
#10 sol. – 1/0 ACSR
#8 sol. – 3/0 str.
#4 sol. – 266.8 – 4/0 ACSR
2/0 str. – 350 ­– 336.4 (18/1)
4/0 str. – 500 – 477 (18/1)
350 str. ­– 636 (36/1) 400 copper max.
397.5 str. – 795 (36/1) 500 copper max.
.102
.102
.128
.204
.414
.522
.681
.724
.398
.398
.470
.593
.684
.814
.940
1.040
VC-5/VC-6
VC-5/VC-6
VC-5/VC-6
VC-5/VC-6
VC-6
VC-6
VC-8
VC-8
2
41⁄4
3
4
5
5
87⁄8
105⁄8
Note: For tin-plating option, add “-TN” suffix to the catalog number.
B
SKAC 500
L
Partial Tension
decimal range
F-226
CAT. NO.
Conductor Size
Min. O.D.
Max. O.D.
Tool
B (in.)
L (in.)
SKAC 2/0
SKAC 4/0
SKAC 500
SKAC 600
SKAC 700
SKAC 800
#2 str. – 2/0 ACSR
1/0 str. – 4/0 ACSR
4/0 str. – 477 (18/1) ACSR
300 – 477 (26/7) ACSR
556.5 – 636 (36/1) ACSR
700 – 795 (36/1) ACSR
.292
.368
.522
.629
.858
.964
.447
.563
.814
.858
.930
1.040
VC-5/VC-6
VC-5/VC-6
VC-6
VC-6
VC-8
VC-8
31⁄8
37⁄8
37⁄8
57⁄16
65⁄16
65⁄16
61⁄2
8
8
111⁄8
127⁄8
127⁄8
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
www.tnb.com
Aluminum Multi-Range Dieless
Compression Splices —
Full Tension
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Full- and Semi-Tension Compression Splices
Aluminum compression splices provide
high strength and high conductivity.
U2A9
• Solid center stop ensures proper cable insertion
• Dual-rated for use with aluminum and copper conductors
•Connector bores coated with oxide inhibitor and capped
to prevent oxidation
AAC 4/0 FT
•All splices marked with conductor size and die references,
providing easy identification for easy installation
•Designed to develop 95% or more of the conductor’s
rated strength
• Meets or exceeds ANSI C119.4 specifications.
L
AAC Series — Full Tension
decimal range
CAT. NO.
U2A9
AAC 4/0 FT
AAC 350 FT
AAC 500 FT
Conductor Size
Min. O.D.
Max. O.D.
#4 str. – 1/0 str. aluminum
1/0 str. – 4/0 str. aluminum
4/0 str. – 350 aluminum – 336.4 (18/1)
336.4 str.–500 aluminum
.232
.368
.522
.666
.368
.522
.681
.795
Tool
L
61⁄4
8
91⁄2
121⁄2
VC-5/VC-6
VC-6
B
ACSR 397.5 FT
L
ACSR Series — Full Tension
decimal range
CAT. NO.
u2a9
ACSR 2 FT
ACSR 1/0 FT
ACSR 2/0 FT
ACSR 4/0 FT
ACSR 397.5 FT
Conductor Size
Min. O.D.
Max. O.D.
#4 str.–1/0 str. aluminum
#4 str. – #2 str. aluminum, #4 (6/1)–#2 (7/1) ACSR,
#6 sol.–#4 sol. copper, #6 str.–#2 str. copper
#2 str.–1/0 (6/1) ACSR
#2 str.–2/0 str. aluminum, #2 (6/1)–2/0 (6/1) ACSR,
#2 str.–1/0 str. copper
1/0 str. – 4/0 str. aluminum
1/0 (6/1)–4/0 (6/1) ACSR, 1/0 str.–3/0 str. copper
4/0–397.5 str. aluminum, 4/0 (6/1)–397.5 (18/1) ACSR,
3/0 str.–4/0 str. copper
.232
.368
.162
.325
.292
.398
.292
.447
.368
.563
Tool
VC-5/VC-6
B (in.)
L (in.)
1
6 ⁄4
141⁄4
7
141⁄4
83⁄8
17
91⁄8
181⁄2
97⁄8
20
11
23
VC-6
.470
.743
Note: For tin-plating option, add “-TN” suffix to the catalog number.
www.tnb.com
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
F-227
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Full- and Semi-Tension Compression Splices
Seamless copper tubing provides
high conductivity.
Copper Loop
Compression Splices
• All splices marked with wire size, installation die codes
and compression locations, providing easy identification
for easy installation
39029
• Designed to develop 25% or more of the conductor’s
rated strength
• Meets or exceeds ANSI C119.4 specifications
L
Copper Loop Compression Splices
Installing Tools and Dies
(Compressions per End)
CAT. NO.
Wire Size
J1C1
J1C3
L1C5
Q1C7
S1C7
S 1 C 51
S1C8
S 1 C 52
U1C9
39023
39026
39029
#8 sol. & str.
#6 sol. & str.
#4 sol. & str.
#2 s­­­ol. & #2 (7) str.
#2 (3) str.
#1 sol.
#1 (7–19) str.
1/0 sol.
1/0 (7–19) str.
2/0 (7–19) str.
3/0 (7–19) str.
4/0 (7–19) str.
L (in.)
21⁄4
41⁄4
41⁄2
Dies-UT 5 Type
Dies-Hydraulic
TJ (2)
TJ (2)
TLTN (2)
TQ (2)
TS (4)
TS (4)
TS (4)
TS (4)
TU (4)
TZ (4)
—
—
161
161
162
—
—
—
—
—
52 (2)
58 (2)
62 (2), 167
71 (2), 168
Note: For tin-plating option, add “-TN” suffix to the catalog number.
F-228
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
www.tnb.com
Q2C7
Copper Full-Tension
Compression Splices
• All splices marked with wire size, installation die codes
and compression locations, providing easy identification
for easy installation
U2C9
2729
• Designed to develop 95% or more of the conductor’s
rated strength
• Meets or exceeds ANSI C119.4 specifications
L2E3
• Selected models are RUS Accepted
L
Copper Full-Tension Compression Splices
Cat. No.
Copper Conductors
J2C1
J 2 C 3*
L2C4
L 2 C 5*
Q2C6
Q2C7
S 2 C 7*
S 2 C 52
U 2 C 9*
Z2C1
2723
2726
2729
Copperweld ® Copper Conductors
L 2 E 1*
L 2 E 3*
CFT Series
C F T 8 S-J
C F T 6 S-J
C F T 4 S-P
C F T 2 S-X
CFT8J
CFT6J
CFT4P
CFT2X
wire size
L
installing Dies
#8 sol. & str.
#6 sol. & str.
#4 sol.
#4 str.
#2 sol.
#2 (7) str.
#2 (3) str.
1/0 str.
1/0 (7–19) str.
2/0 (7–19) str.
2/0 (7–19) str.
3/0 (7–19) str.
4/0 (7–19) str.
115⁄16
21⁄4
31⁄4
31⁄4
43⁄8
43⁄8
41⁄4
41⁄4
51⁄4
51⁄4
61⁄2
61⁄2
83⁄8
TJ, 161
TJ, 161, J
TLTN, 162, 3⁄8
TLTN, 162, 3⁄8
TQ, 1⁄2, 163
TQ, 1⁄2, 163
TS, 9⁄16, 164
TS, 9⁄16, 164
TU
TZ, 166
58, 245
62, 167
71, 840, 168
8A
6A
53⁄16
53⁄16
TLTN, 162
TLTN, 162
#8 sol.
#6 sol.
#4 sol.
#2 sol.
#8 (7) str.
#6 (7) str.
#4 (7) str.
#4 (7) str.
2
21⁄4
23⁄4
3
21⁄4
21⁄4
23⁄4
3
J161
J161
P162
X163
J161
J161
P162
X163
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Full- and Semi-Tension Compression Splices
Seamless copper tubing provides high
conductivity for full-tension applications.
* RUS Accepted
Note: For tin-plating option, add “-TN” suffix to the catalog number.
www.tnb.com
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
F-229
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Compression Pin Terminals
For use on aluminum secondary
conductors connected to copper
clamp-type bushings.
Flood-Seal Insulated
Compression Pin Terminals
®
RU 5
•Fabricated from pure electrolytic aluminum and softdrawn, tinned copper wire to provide the high strength
and conductivity of aluminum and the flexibility of copper
•Flood-Seal® covers provided to ensure a watertight
seal on the pin as well as around the aluminum cable
insertion; also rated up to 600V
RU 5 U 10
• Oxide inhibitor prevents oxidation
• All pin terminals marked with die references
for easy identification
B
P
L2
Flood-Seal® Insulated Compression Pin Terminals
Conductor Size
CAT. NO.
RU 5 U 4
RU 5 U 2
RU 5 U 10
RG 5 U 10
RG 5 U 20
RX 5 U 30
RX 5 U 40
RX 5 U 336
Alum. Str.
ACSR
Solid Cu Pin
Installing Dies
P (in.)
#4
#2
1/0
1/0
2/0
3/0
4/0
300–350
#4
#2
1/0
1/0
2/0
3/0
4/0
336.4 (18/1)
#4
#4
#2
#2
1/0
1/0
2/0
4/0
TU, 52, BG, 243, 5⁄8, 8A
TU, 52, BG, 243, 5⁄8, 8A
TU, 52, BG, 243, 5⁄8, 8A
5
⁄8–1, 297, 245, TW-TY, 5⁄8 GOLD
5
⁄8–1, 297, 245, TW-TY, 5⁄8 GOLD
TX, 76, 249, 840, 11A
TX, 76, 249, 840, 11A
TX, 76, 249, 840, 11A
2
2
21⁄2
21⁄2
21⁄2
3
3
4
Flood-Seal® Insulators Only
Conductor Size
CAT. NO.
Alum. Str.
ACSR
L2 (in.)
RU 5
RG 5
RX 5
#4–1/0
1/0 & 2/0
3/0–336.4
#4–1/0
1/0 & 2/0
3/0–336.4
313⁄16
511⁄16
67⁄16
Note: For
special die requirements, additional pin lengths and offset pin styles, please consult your Thomas & Betts representative.
For other wire barrel diameters suitable for non-listed dies, please consult your Thomas & Betts representative.
F-230
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
www.tnb.com
B (in.)
⁄16
⁄16
15
⁄16
13⁄4
13⁄4
17⁄8
17⁄8
17⁄8
15
15
Aluminum Compression Pin Terminals
— Q 5, U 5, X 5 and PT Series
PTB 350
• Connect aluminum and ACSR to copper-alloy equipment clamps,
eliminating cold-flow problems of aluminum conductor
in copper clamps
U 5 U 10
• Annealed, tin-plated copper pin ensures high conductivity
and bends easily to aid in cable training
X 5 U 336
• Oxide inhibitor and metal sealant prevent oxidation
and protect pin/body from moisture intrusion
P
• All pin terminals marked with wire size, installing dies
and compression locations for easy identification
Q 5, U 5 and X 5 Series
Conductor Size
Aluminum
CAT. NO.
Sol.
Str.
ACSR
Q5U8
Q5U6
Q5U4
Q5U2
U5U8
U5U6
U5U4
U5U2
U 5 U 10
X 5 U 10
X 5 U 20
X 5 U 30
#6
#4
#2
—
#6
#4
#2
—
—
—
—
—
#8
#5 & #6
#3 & #4
#1 & #2
#8
#5 & #6
#3 & #4
#1 & #2
1/0
1/0
2/0
3/0
—
#6
#4
#2
—
#6
#4
#2
1/0
1/0
2/0
3/0
X 5 U 40
X 5 U 266
X 5 U 366
—
—
—
4/0
250–266.8
300–350
4/0
266.8
336.4 (18/1)
Installing Dies
⁄2, 163, TQ, 6A*
1
⁄8, 52, BG, TU, 8A*
5
840, WK840, 249, TX, 11A*
Solid Cu Pin
P (in.)
4 (.204)
4 (.204)
4 (.204)
4 (.204)
4 (.204)
4 (.204)
4 (.204)
4 (.204)
2 (.257)
2 (.257)
1/0 (.325)
1/0 (.325)
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
21⁄2
21⁄2
21⁄2
3
2/0 (.365)
3/0 (.410)
4/0 (.460)
3
31⁄2
4
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Compression Pin Terminals
Compression pin terminals
for a variety of conductor sizes.
* When using EE1 dies, space compressions 1⁄8" apart.
PT Series
Conductor Size
CAT. NO.
Alum. str.
ascr
PTB 300
PTB 350
PTB 400
PTM 500
PTM 556
PTL 636
PTL 750
PTL 800
PTL 1000
266.8 & 300
336.4 & 350
397.7 & 400
447 & 500 & 600 CPT
500 & 556.5
600 & 636
700 & 750
795 & 800
954 & 1000
266.8 (18/1)
266.8 (26/7), 336.4 (18/1)
336.4 (26/7), 397.5 (18/1)
397.5, 477 (26/7, 18/1)
477 (26/7), 556.5 (18/1)
556.5, 636 (36/1, 26/7)
636 (26/7)
715.5 (26/7), 795 (36/1)
795 (26.7), 954 (45/7)
Installing Dies
96, 472, 705, 1-1⁄8-1
106A, 300, 426, 15⁄16, 317
140H, 301, 724, 11⁄2
Solid Cu Pin
.460
.460
.460
.562
.562
.562
.750
.750
.875
P (in.)
4
5
6
Note: For additional pin lengths and offset pin styles, please consult your Thomas & Betts representative.
www.tnb.com
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
F-231
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Compression Pin Terminals
Connect aluminum and ACSR to copper-alloy
equipment clamps and eliminate cold-flow problems.
Aluminum Compression
Pin Terminals — SAPT Series
• Made from aluminum for high strength and conductivity
• Annealed, tin-plated copper pin ensures high conductivity
and bends easily to aid in cable training
SAPT 4/0–206
• Oxide inhibitor prevents oxidation
• Metal sealant protects pin/body from moisture intrusion
• All pin terminals marked with wire size, installing dies and compression locations for easy identification
Sapt Series
CAT. NO.
SAPT 6-26
SAPT 4-26
SAPT 2-24
SAPT 2-12
SAPT 2-26
SAPT 2-1017
SAPT 2-26-840
SAPT 1-12E
SAPT 1S-26
SAPT 1/0-10
SAPT 1/0-1017 CC
SAPT 1/0-106
SAPT 1/0-12
SAPT 1/0-26
SAPT 1/0-26-840
SAPT 3/0-106
SAPT 4/0-1018 CC
SAPT 4/0-106
SAPT 4/0-2012
SAPT 4/0-206
SAPT 4/0-26
SAPT 350-6
ACSR
—
#2
—
1/0
—
266.8 (26/7),
336.4 (18/1)
Str.
#6
#4
#2
#2
#1, #2
#1, #2
#1, #2
#1
#2
1/0
1/0
1/0
1/0
1/0
1/0
3/0
4/0
4/0
4/0
4/0
4/0
Compr.
—
Compt.
Sol.
Pin Dia.
Pin
Length
—
—
#2
1/0
—
2 (.257)
2 (.257)
2 (.257)
2 (.257)
2 (.257)
1/0 (.325)
2 (.257)
2 (.257)
2 (.257)
2 (.257)
1/0 (.325)
1/0 (.325)
2 (.257)
2 (.257)
2 (.257)
1/0 (.325)
1/0 (.325)
1/0 (.325)
2/0 (.365)
2/0 (.365)
2 (.257)
6
6
4
12
6
17
6
12
6
10
17
6
12
6
6
6
18
6
12
6
6
(.562)
6
1/0
#1
—
1/0
—
—
336.4–350
Dies
TU, 52, BG, 243, 5⁄8
TU, 52, BG, 243, 5⁄8
BG, 5⁄8, 620H, 9⁄16
TU, 52, BG, 243, 5⁄8
TU, 52, BG, 243, 5⁄8
TU, 52, BG, 243, 5⁄8
TX, 76, 249, 840, 11A
TU, 52, BG, 243, 5⁄8
TU, 52, BG, 243, 5⁄8
TU, 52, BG, 243, 5⁄8
TU, 52, BG, 243, 5⁄8
TU, 52, BG, 243, 5⁄8
TU, 52, BG, 243, 5⁄8
TU, 52, BG, 243, 5⁄8
TX, 76, 249, 840, 11A
TX, 76, 249, 840, 11A
TX, 76, 249, 840, 11A
TX, 76, 249, 840, 11A
TX, 76, 249, 840, 11A
TX, 76, 249, 840, 11A
TX, 76, 249, 840, 11A
11⁄8-1, 96, 299, 655,
316, 13A, 321, 94H
Note: F or additional pin lengths and offset pin styles, please consult your Thomas & Betts representative.
F-232
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
www.tnb.com
Barrel
Insertion
13⁄4
13⁄4
13⁄4
13⁄4
13⁄4
13⁄4
13⁄4
13⁄4
13⁄4
13⁄4
13⁄4
13⁄4
13⁄4
13⁄4
13⁄4
21⁄4
21⁄2
21⁄2
21⁄2
21⁄2
21⁄2
21⁄2
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Compression Pin Terminals
Rainshield protection for insulated cable
installed in exposed areas.
Shrouded Compression
Pin Terminals — Common Die Series
• Made from pure electrolytic aluminum for high strength
and high conductivity
• Tin-plated copper pin ensures high conductivity
and bends easily to aid in cable training
PTSK 4/0
• Prefilled with oxide inhibitor to prevent oxidation
• Metal sealant protects pin/body from moisture intrusion
• All pin terminals marked with die references
for easy identification
B
P
B
P
Shrouded Compression Pin Terminals — Common Die Series
Conductor Size
CAT. NO.
Alum. Stranded
ACSR
Solid
Cu Pin
Shroud
I.D.
PTSG 6
PTSG 4
PTSG 21
PTSG 1/0
PTSK 1/0
PTSK 2/0
PTSK 3/0
PTSK 4/0
PTSB 350
PTSL 636
#6
#4
#2–#1
1/0
1/0
2/0
3/0
4/0
336.4–350
600–636
#6
#4
#2–#1
1/0
1/0
2/0
3/0
4/0
266.6 (26/7), 366.4 (18/1)
556.5 (26/7), 636 (36/1)
.204
.204
.258
.258
.258
.324
.324
.364
.460
.562
.400
.450
.604
.640
.640
.750
.750
.750
.937
1.125
Installing Dies
52, TU, BG, 8A, 5⁄8, 243
840, 11A, 76, TX, 249
1 ⁄8–1, 299, 655, 96, 13A
11⁄2, 301, 724, 140H
1
P (in.)
B (in.)
2
2
2
21⁄4
4
4
4
4
4
6
17⁄8
17⁄8
17⁄8
17⁄8
13⁄4
13⁄4
13⁄4
13⁄4
31⁄8
33⁄8
Style
2
1
2
* For special die requirements, please consult your Thomas & Betts representative.
Note: For additional pin lengths and offset pin styles, please consult your Thomas & Betts representative.
www.tnb.com
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
F-233
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Multi-Tap Eyebolt Connectors
Designed with factory-mounted
90° angle copper studs
for installation in pole-type
transformers with secondary
eyebolt connections.
Aluminum Overhead
Transformer Eyebolt Multi-Tap
Set-Screw Connectors
• Made from high-strength aluminum alloy to maintain
constant bolting pressure on conductors
• Screws designed for optimum electrical connection and maximum conductor-contact pressure
• Dual-rated for use with aluminum and copper conductors
• Meets or exceeds ANSI C119.4 specifications
Multi-Tap Set-Screw Connectors
CAT. NO.
No. of
Outlets
Length
(in.)
ABP 240
ABP 340
ABP 440
ABP 540
ABP 640
ABP 740
ABP 840
ABP 2350
ABP 3350
ABP 4350
ABP 5350
ABP 6350
ABP 7350
ABP 8350
ABP 2500
ABP 3500
ABP 4500
ABP 5500
ABP 6500
ABP 7500
ABP 8500
ABP 2750
ABP 3750
ABP 4750
ABP 5750
ABP 6750
ABP 7750
ABP 8750
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
25⁄8
33⁄8
45⁄32
45⁄16
53⁄4
61⁄2
79⁄32
33⁄16
41⁄8
5
515⁄16
613⁄16
73⁄4
85⁄8
35⁄8
45⁄8
55⁄8
65⁄8
75⁄8
85⁄8
95⁄8
41⁄4
55⁄8
615⁄16
89⁄32
95⁄8
1061⁄64
125⁄16
Stud
Size
Cable
Range
⁄2 x 4
#6–250
⁄8 x 4
#6–350
1
5
#2–500
⁄4 x 41⁄2
3
1/0–750
Note: For special pin lengths and insulating boots, please consult your Thomas & Betts representative.
ABP 6500
Length
For installing pin sizes slightly
different than the norm.
Specialty Aluminum Overhead
Transformer Eyebolt Multi-Tap
Set-Screw Connector
• Made from high-strength aluminum alloy to maintain
constant bolting pressure on conductors
• Screws designed for optimum electrical connection and maximum conductor-contact pressure
• Dual-rated for use with aluminum and copper conductors
F-234
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
ABP 3168
Specialty Connector
CAT. NO.
No. of
Outlets
Length
(in.)
ABP 3168
4
41⁄4
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
www.tnb.com
Stud
Size
Cable
Range
⁄2
#6–250
1
Aluminum Flood-Seal
Overhead Transformer
Eyebolt Multi-Tap
Set-Screw Connectors
®
• Made from high-strength aluminum alloy to maintain
constant bolting pressure on conductors
• Screws designed for optimum electrical connection
and maximum conductor-contact pressure
RABP 4350
• Factory-mounted 90° angle copper studs install
in pole-type transformers with secondary eyebolt connections
• Flood-Seal® rubber insulation ensures a fully insulated,
watertight connection
• Dual-rated for use with aluminum and copper conductors
• Meets or exceeds ANSI C119.4 specifications
Multi-Tap Set-Screw Connectors
CAT. NO.
Conductor Range
Outlets
#12–350
4
5
6
RABP 4350
RABP 5350
RABP 6350
Exposed Pin
Size
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Multi-Tap Eyebolt Connectors
Insulated for pole-type transformers
in high-moisture environments.
⁄2 x 2
1
Note: For oxide-inhibitor option, add “-C” suffix to the catalog number.
www.tnb.com
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
F-235
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Multi-Tap Eyebolt Connectors
Gain bolting pads
for terminal assembly.
CEA 2 50
Tin-Plated Overhead
Transformer Eyebolt Adapters
• Made from tin-plated copper to provide
high conductivity and resist corrosion
• Dual-rated to accept copper or aluminum one-hole
terminals and two-hole NEMA-drilled terminals
CEA 4 50
CEA 6 75
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
CAT. NO.
Fig. No.
CEA 2 50
CEA 4 50
CEA 4 75
CEA 6 50
CEA 6 75
CEA 6 100
1
Pin
Diameter
Exposed
Pin Size
⁄2
⁄2
3
⁄4
1
⁄2
3
⁄4
1
25⁄8
21⁄4
23⁄4
21⁄4
23⁄4
23⁄4
1
1
2
3
Note: All bolt holes are 9⁄16" spaced on 13⁄4" centers.
For special pin lengths, please consult your Thomas & Betts representative.
Fig. 3
Pads sit flush and interlock with bushing.
Transformer Bushing Pads
• Accommodate two or four terminals
bolted to either side of the pad
TPH 4 N
• Cast in high-grade bronze and tin plated
• Built for heavy-duty jobs and resists corrosion
CAT. NO.
Mount
Holes
TPH 2 N
TPH 4 N
2
4
Note: For other available configurations, please consult your Thomas & Betts representative.
⁄4"
3
Pad Sits Flush and
Interlocks with Bushing
⁄16" Dia. (Typ. 4)
9
TPH 2 N
⁄8"
5
TPH 4 N
⁄8"
5
3 min.
13⁄4"
3 min.
⁄8"
5
⁄8"
3
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
13⁄4"
3 1⁄8"
⁄8"
5
F-236
13⁄4"
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
www.tnb.com
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Automatic Splices and Dead-Ends
Make quick, dependable overhead tension
splices and speed up installation time.
ATS Autoset Automatic Splices
®
Blackburn® automatic connectors make fast and dependable overhead tension
splices that take a bite out of installation time. The conductor simply slips into
the color-coded, funnel-shaped end piece and automatically enters the pilot cup
with a gentle push. The pilot cup guides the conductor past the unique serrated
jaws and into the center of the connector. When the conductor meets the center
stop, the pull-back locks it into position as the jaws firmly clamp down. The more
pull, the more bite, which provides an instant, positive and automatic connection.
• Color-coded, funnel-shaped end pieces provide instant
visual identification of maximum conductor size and swiftly
guide conductor into position for insertion
• Pilot caps envelop cable strands and guide the conductors
into the center of the splice
• Die-cast precision-made jaws provide optimum contact area for a greater range of conductor sizes
• Compression spring positions the jaw for positive
conductor acceptance
• Tubular center stop automatically determines proper
insertion length of both conductors
• High-strength aluminum-alloy tubing covers the connection
for superior corrosion protection and long-lasting durability
• Color-coded tape enables identification of the minimum
conductor size of wide-range connectors — it further
eliminates errors and speeds up installations!
Conductor Range
CAT. NO.
ATS4-S
ATS4
ATS42
ATS2
ATS10
ATS1020
ATS20
ATS30
ATS3040
ATS40
ATS266336
ATS397477
ACSR
AAAC
AAC
Decimal
Range
Color Code
Overall
Length (in.)
#46⁄1, 7⁄1
#46⁄1, 7⁄1
#46⁄1, 7⁄1
#26⁄1, 7⁄1
1/06⁄1
1/06⁄1
2/07⁄1
3/06⁄1
3/06⁄1
4/06⁄1, 26618⁄1
26626⁄7*, 33618⁄1, 33626⁄7*
39718⁄1, 39726⁄7*, 47718⁄1*
#4
#4
#4–#2
#2
1/0
1/0–2/0
2/0
3/0
3/0–4/0
4/0
312.8*
394.5*
#4
#4
#4–#2
#2
1/0
1/0–2/0
2/0
3/0
3/0–4/0
4/0
266–336
397–477
.232–.260
.232–.260
.232–.332
.292–.332
.368–.410
.368–.461
.414–.461
.461–.522
.461–.575
.475–.575
.586–.684
.720–.858
4 – Orange
4 – Orange
4 – Orange, 2 – Red
2 – Red
1/0 – Yellow
1/0 – Yellow, 2/0 – Gray
2/0 – Gray
3/0 – Black
3/0 – Black, 4/0 – Pink
4/0 – Pink
Green
Blue
11.50
13.75
13.75
13.75
16.25
16.25
16.25
16.25
23.50
23.50
23.50
23.50
* Application limited to maximum 10,000 lb. tensile.
www.tnb.com
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
F-237
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Automatic Splices and Dead-Ends
This dead-end installs quickly and easily,
reducing maintenance costs and inventory.
ATD-ZB Stainless Steel Bail
• Color-coded, funnel-shaped end piece provides instant
visual identification of maximum conductor size and swiftly
guides conductor into position for insertion
• Pilot cap envelops cable strand and guides the conductor
into the center of the splice
• Die-cast precision-made jaws provide optimum contact area for a greater range of conductor sizes
A
• Compression spring positions the jaw for positive conductor acceptance
B
C
• Special microcrystalline-based inhibitor coats the jaws and tube’s inner diameter, seals the connection and
provides a high-pressure lubricant for long-term, continuous performance
• Factory-installed dust covers repel dirt and debris
Type ZB
• Versatile for deadending ACSR, AAC and AAAC conductors
• Breaking strength exceeds 95% of conductor’s rated
strength, up to a maximum of 10,000 lbs.
• Galvanized steel clevis pin and stainless steel cotter pin
(included) enable the bail to be used with standard deadend
suspension insulators
• Color-coded tape enables identification of the minimum
conductor size of wide-range connectors — it further
eliminates errors and speeds up installations
ATD-ZB Stainless Steel Bail
Conductor Range
CAT. NO.
ATD42ZB
ATD1020ZB
ATD3040ZB
ATD266336ZB
ATD397477ZB
F-238
Approximate Dimensions (in.)
ACSR
AAAC
AAC
Decimal
Range
Color Code
A
B
C
#46⁄1, 7⁄1; #26⁄1, 7⁄1
1/06⁄1, 2/06⁄1
3/06⁄1, 4/06⁄1
26618⁄1, 33618⁄1
39718⁄1, 47718⁄1
#4, #2
1/0, 2/0
3/0, 4/0
266, 336
397, 477
#4, #2
1/0, 2/0
3/0, 4/0
266, 336
397, 477
.232–.332
.368–.461
.461–.575
.586–.684
.720–.858
4 – Orange, 2 – Red
1/0 – Yellow, 2/0 – Gray
3/0 – Black, 4/0 – Pink
Green
Blue
1213⁄16
141⁄2
203⁄4
203⁄4
203⁄4
713⁄16
9
113⁄4
113⁄4
113⁄4
51⁄16
415⁄16
81⁄2
81⁄2
81⁄2
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
www.tnb.com
ATD-CB Clevis Bracket
ATD42CB
• Versatile for dead-ending ACSR, AAC and AAAC
conductors
• Breaking strength exceeds 95% of conductor’s rated
strength, up to a maximum of 10,000 lbs.
A
• Galvanized steel clevis pin and stainless steel cotter
pin (included) enable the bail to be used with standard deadend suspension insulators
C
B
ATD-CB Clevis Bracket
Conductor Range
CAT. NO.
ATD42CB
ATD1020CB
ATD3040CB
ATD266336CB
ATD397477CB
Approximate
Dimensions (in.)
ACSR
AAAC
AAC
Decimal
Range
Color Code
A
B
C
#46⁄1, 7⁄1; #26⁄1, 7⁄1
1/06⁄1, 2/06⁄1
3/06⁄1, 4/06⁄1
26618⁄1, 33618⁄1
39718⁄1, 47718⁄1­
#4, # 2
1/0, 2/0
3/0, 4/0
266, 336
397, 477
#4, #2
1/0, 2/0
3/0, 4/0
266, 336
397, 477
.232–.332
.368–.461
.461–.575
.586–.684
.720–.858
4 – Orange, 2 – Red
1/0 – Yellow, 2/0 – Gray
3/0 – Black, 4/0 – Pink
Green
Blue
129⁄16
151⁄4
203⁄4
193⁄16
193⁄16
73⁄16
9
113⁄4
113⁄4
113⁄4
51⁄16
53⁄8
61⁄2
61⁄2
61⁄2
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Automatic Splices and Dead-Ends
Grab and go — slots
are provided for use with
standard pulling hooks.
Use with spool-type and other
insulators when flexibility is a must.
ATD-FB Flexible Bail
• Versatile for dead-ending ACSR, AAC and AAAC conductors
• Breaking strength exceeds 95% of conductor’s rated strength
A
B
ATD42FB
ATD-FB Flexible Bail
Conductor Range
CAT. NO.
ATD42FB
ATD1020FB
Approximate
Dimensions (in.)
ACSR
AAAC
AAC
Decimal
Range
Color Code
A
B
#46⁄1, 7⁄1; #26⁄1, 7⁄1
1/06⁄1, 2/06⁄1
#4, #2
1/0, 2/0
#4, #2
1/0, 2/0
.232 –.332
.368 –.461
4 – Orange, 2 – Red
1/0 – Yellow, 2/0 – Gray
143⁄16
187⁄8
73⁄16
9
www.tnb.com
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
F-239
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Automatic Splices and Dead-Ends
Installation made easy — no tools required.
ATDG Guystrand Connectors
for Steel Strand Applications
™
• Tapered cartridge is made of aluminum and steel jaws have
hardened zinc plating for durability
• Connectors can handle tensile loads in excess of 90% of the
rated strength of the recommended strand and they exceed
90% of the strand rated breaking strength
• Pilot cap and jaw eliminate incorrect insertions
• Slotted access window enables jaw adjustment for
repositioning, removal or retensioning of strand (dead-ends)
• Aluminum cartridge and internal components are lubricated
for long-term, continuous performance and corrosion resistance
Steel Strand Automatic Dead-Ends
These steel strand automatic dead-ends
are designed and recommended for use on:
• Common grade
Pilot
Cap
Washer
Cartridge
Jaws
• Siemens-Martin
• High-strength utility grade
B
• EHS
C
• Galvanized
• Bethalume
Plastic End Cap
Bail
A
• Aluminized steel strand
(per ASTM A 474, A 475)
Yoke
Spring
ATDG™ Guystrand Connectors for Steel Strand Applications
CAT. NO.
ATDG14
ATDG516
ATDG38*
ATDG716*
ATDG14-L
ATDG516-L
ATDG38-L*
ATDG716-L*
Type
Long Bail
Dimensions in. (mm)
Size
RBS lbs. (kN)
A
B
C
⁄4 (6.35)
5
⁄16 (7.94)
3
⁄8 (9.52)
7
⁄16 (11.11)
1
⁄4 (6.35)
5
⁄16 (7.94)
3
⁄8 (9.52)
7
⁄16 (11.11)
⁄4 (6.6M)
5
⁄16 (6M)
3
⁄8 (10M)
7
⁄16 (18M)
1
⁄4 (6.6M)
5
⁄16 (6M)
3
⁄8 (10M)
7
⁄16 (18M)
6,650 (29.58)
11,200 (49.82)
15,400 (68.50)
20,800 (92.52)
6,650 (29.58)
11,200 (49.82)
15,400 (68.50)
20,800 (92.52)
9.2 (233.7)
9.5 (241.3)
11.5 (292.1)
14 (355.6)
13.4 (340.4)
15.1 (383.5)
17.0 (431.8)
22 (558.8)
1.7 (43.2)
1.8 (45.7)
2.3 (58.4)
2.8 (71.1)
1.7 (43.2)
1.8 (45.7)
2.3 (58.4)
2.8 (71.1)
4.0 (101.6)
4.5 (114.3)
5.0 (127)
6.8 (172.7)
4.0 (101.6)
4.5 (114.3)
5.0 (127)
6.8 (172.7)
1
Std. Bail
Strand†
Strand Nominal
Diameter in. (mm)
1
* Items for 3⁄8" and 7⁄16" steel strand are not EHS rated.
†
F-240
RBS rating listed is for 7-wire EHS strand.
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
www.tnb.com
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Automatic Splices and Dead-Ends
Steel strand automatic splices that require
no tools for quick and easy installations.
ATSG Splices
™
• Tapered cartridge is made of aluminum and steel jaws have
hardened zinc plating for durability
• Connectors can handle tensile loads in excess of 90% of the
rated strength of the recommended strand and they exceed
90% of the strand rated breaking strength
• Pilot cap and jaw eliminate incorrect insertions
• Aluminum cartridge and internal components are lubricated
for long-term, continuous performance and corrosion resistance
Steel Strand Automatic Splices
These steel strand automatic splices are
designed and recommended for use on:
• Common grade
Cartridge
Washer
Jaws
• Siemens-Martin
B
• High-strength utility grade
B
• EHS
Center Stop
Spring
• Galvanized
Pilot Cap
A
• Bethalume
• Aluminized steel strand
(per ASTM A 474, A 475)
ATSG™ Splices
Strand†
Dimensions in. (mm)
CAT. NO.
Strand Nominal
Diameter in. (mm)
Size
RBS lbs. (kN)
A
B
ATSG14
ATSG516
ATSG38*
ATSG716*
⁄4 (6.35)
5
⁄16 (7.94)
3
⁄8 (9.52)
7
⁄16 (11.11)
⁄4 (6.6M)
5
⁄16 (6M)
3
⁄8 (10M)
7
⁄16 (18M)
6,650 (29.58)
11,200 (49.82)
15,400 (68.50)
20,800 (92.52)
6.4 (162.6)
7.2 (182.9)
7.8 (198.1)
12.5 (317.5)
.9 (22.8)
1.1 (27.9)
1.3 (33.0)
1.6 (40.6)
1
1
* Items for 3⁄8" and 7⁄16" steel strand are not EHS rated.
†
RBS rating listed is for 7-wire EHS strand.
www.tnb.com
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
F-241
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Service Wedges
Dead-end self-supporting drop wire.
W Aluminum Service Wedge Clamps
™
• Drop wire may be cut to exact length for adjustments in drop wire sag
• Can be attached to bare neutral at any point in the span
• Flexible and rigid bails grip ACSR, AAC and AAAC conductors
Conductor Range
CAT. NO.
W62–1
W62–1 FC
W20–1
W20–1 FC
W40–1*
W40–1 FC*
W62–1 B†
W62–1 BFC†
W20–1 B†
W20–1 BFC†
W40–1 B*†
W40–1 BFC*†
Description
ACSR
#2–#6
W-1 Series aluminum wedge
and slider
1/0–#4
4/0–2/0
2–#6
W-1B Series iridited aluminum
wedge and slider
1/0–#4
4/0–2/0
AL
#1 str.–
#6 sol.
2/0 str.–
#2 sol.
4/0 str.–
2/0 sol.
#1 str.–
#6 sol.
2/0 str.–
#2 sol.
4/0 str.–
2/0 sol.
Dimensions (in.)
AAAC
#2–#6
1/0–4
4/0–2/0
#2–#6
1/0–#4
4/0–2/0
D
L
23⁄8
flex.
23⁄8
flex.
23⁄8
flex.
23⁄8
flex.
23⁄8
flex.
23⁄8
flex.
12
171⁄2
121⁄2
181⁄2
123⁄4
181⁄2
12
171⁄2
121⁄2
181⁄2
123⁄4
181⁄2
Typical Tensile Values
Conductor
Value (lb.)
Color
Code
26⁄1 ACSR
1200
Orange
1/06⁄1 ACSR
1800
Blue
4/06⁄1 ACSR
1900
Red
26⁄1 ACSR
1200
Orange
1/06⁄1 ACSR
1800
Blue
4/06⁄1 ACSR
1900
Red
* W40 series clamps rated 850 lb. ultimate tension for 1/0 ACSR, AL or AAAC.
†
For extremely corrosive areas.
Note: Catalog numbers with “FC” suffix have a flexible bail.
The wedge clamp that stands
up to corrosion.
W Stainless Steel Wedge Clamp
™
• Stainless steel wedge and slider
• Rigid bail grips copper neutral conductors
D
• Drop wire may be cut to exact length for adjustments in drop wire sag
L
• Can be attached to bare neutral at any point in the span
Conductor Range
CAT. NO.
W62D
F-242
Dimensions (in.)
Typical Tensile Values
Stranded
Solid
D
L
Conductor
Value (lb.)
Color Code
#2–#6
#1–#6
23⁄8
12
#2–#7 str. AAC
1300
Orange
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
www.tnb.com
PowerTap Wedges
Reliable performance in the harshest
of environments.
PowerTap Wedges
™
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
™
• Low stresses produced at interfaces preclude significant conductor
creep and minimize loss of clamping force on connectors
• Contact forces are nearly constant during temperature changes
or conductor compaction
• Driving action helps remove oxidation from conductor
and lowers contact resistance
• RUS Accepted
CAT. NO.
Wire Combinations
Small Taps — Use Shell PT-White
PT 1010
PT 1011
PT 1012
PT 1013
PT 1014
PT 1015
Medium Taps — Use Shell PT-Blue
PT 4001
PT 4002
PT 4003
PT 4004
PT 4005
PT 4006
PT 4007
PT 4008
PT 4009
PT 4010
PT 4011
266 kcmil Taps — Use Shell PT-Blue
PT 26601
PT 26602
PT 26603
PT 26604
PT 26605
PT 26606
PT 26607
PT 26608
PT 26609
350 kcmil Taps — Use Shell PT-Blue
PT 35000
PT 35001
PT 35002
PT 35003
PT 35004
PT 35005
PT 35006
PT 35007
1/0–#2
#2–#2, 1/0–#4
#2–#4, 1/0–#6
#4–#4, #2–#6
#6–#6, #4–#6
#8–#8
1/0–1/0, 2/0–#2, 1/0–#2
2/0–2/0, 3/0–1/0, 4/0–#2
3/0–#6, 2/0–#6
2/0–#4, 3/0–#4
2/0–1/0, 3/0–#2
4/0–#4
4/0–#4
3/0–2/0, 4/0–1/0
3/0–3/0, 4/0–2/0
4/0–3/0
4/0–4/0
266.8–#6
266.8–#4
266.8–#2
266.8–1/0
266.8–2/0
266.8–3/0
266.8–4/0
—
266.8–266.8
350–#6
350–#4
350–#2
350–1/0
350–2/0
350–3/0
350–4/0
350–350
Note: For a kit containing a wedge and PowerTap shell,
add “-K” suffix to the catalog number.
www.tnb.com
Continued on following page.
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
F-243
PowerTap Wedges
PowerTap Wedges (continued)
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
™
F-244
™
CAT. NO.
Wire Combinations
336–556 kcmil Taps —Use Shell PT-Yellow
PT 33601
336.4–336.4
PT 33602
336.4–266.8
PT 33603
336.4–4/0
PT 33604
336.4–3/0
PT 33605
336.4–2/0
PT 33606
336.4–1/0
PT 33607
336.4–#2
PT 33608
336.4–#4
PT 33609
336.4–#6
PT 47701
477–#2 or –#3
PT 47702
477–#4 or –#5
PT 47703
477–#6
PT 55601
556.5–477 or –556.5
PT 55602
477–477; 556.5–336.4
PT 55603
477–336.4; 556.5–266.8
PT 55604
477–266.8; 556.4–3/0 or –4/0
PT 55605
477–4/0; 556.5–2/0
PT 55606
477–3/0; 556.5–#1
PT 55607
477–2/0; 556.5–#1
PT 55608
477–1/0; 556.5–#2
PT 55609
556.5–#2 or –#3
PT 55611
556.5–#4 or –#5
PT 55612
556.5–#6
795 kcmil Taps — Use Shell PT-Yellow
PT 79500
795–795
PT 79501
795–715
PT 79502
795–636
PT 79503
795–556.5
PT 79504
795–477
PT 79505
795–397.5
PT 79506
795–336.4
PT 79507
795–266.4
PT 79508
795–4/0
PT 79509
795–3/0
PT 79510
795–2/0
PT 79511
795–1/0
PT 79512
795–#2
PT 79513
795–#4
PT 79514
795–#6
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
CAT. NO.
Wire Combinations
1033.5 kcmil Taps — Use Shell PT-Yellow
PT 103300
PT 103301
PT 103302
PT 103303
PT 103304
PT 103305
PT 103306
PT 103307
PT 103308
PT 103309
PT 103310
PT 103311
PT 103312
PT 103313
PT 103314
PT 103315
PT 103316
1192 kcmil Taps — Use Shell PT-Yellow
PT 119200
PT 119201
PT 119202
PT 119203
PT 119204
PT 119205
PT 119206
PT 119207
PT 119208
PT 119209
PT 119210
PT 119211
PT 119212
PT 119213
PT 119214
PT 119215
PT 119216
PT 119217
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
www.tnb.com
1033.5–1033.5
1033.5–954
1033.5–795
1033.5–715.5
1033.5–636
1033.5–556.5
1033.5–477
1033.5–397.5
1033.5–336.4
1033.5–266.8
1033.5–4/0
1033.5–3/0
1033.5–2/0
1033.5–1/0
1033.5–#2
1033.5–#4
1033.5–#6
1192.5–1192.5
1192.5–1033.5
1192.5–954
1192.5–795
1192.5–715.5
1192.5–636
1192.5–556.5
1192.5–477
1192.5–397.5
1192.5–336.4
1192.5–266.8
1192.5–4/0
1192.5–3/0
1192.5–2/0
1192.5–1/0
1192.5–#2
1192.5–#4
1192.5–#6
PowerTap Wedges
Aluminum stirrup connectors built for strength,
conductivity and longevity.
™
™
• Bail made of tin-plated copper wire for high conductivity
and corrosion resistance
• Wide range of stirrups fit a variety of clamp sizes
• Low stresses produced at interfaces preclude
significant conductor creep and minimize loss
of clamping force on connectors
• Contact forces remain nearly constant during temperature
changes or conductor compaction
• Driving action helps remove oxidation from conductor
and lowers contact resistance
• RUS Accepted
CAT. NO.
Use Shell PT-Blue
PT 4020 S 2
PT 4005 S 10
PT 4004 S 2
PT 4007 S 2
PT 4007 S 10
PT 4008 S 20
PT 26602 S 2
PT 26603 S 10
PT 35002 S 10
PT 35002 S 2
Use Shell PT-White
PT 1050 S 2
PT 1011 S 2
Wire Size
Bail Size
#1, 1/0, 2/0
1/0, 2/0
2/0, 3/0
3/0, 4/0
3/0, 4/0
3/0, 4/0
266.8
266.8
350 AAC
350 AAC
#2
1/0
#2
#2
1/0
2/0
#2
1/0
1/0
#2
#6
#5, #4, #2
#2
#2
CAT. NO.
Use Shell PT-Yellow
PT 33606 S 10
PT 33605 S 20
PT 33604 S 40
PT 47701 S 10
PT 55607 S 20
PT 55606 S 40
PT 55608 S 10
PT 55607 S 20
PT 55605 S 40
PT 79511 S 40
PT 79512 S 20
PT 79511 S 20
PT 79509 S 40
PT 103312 S 40
Wire Size
Bail Size
336.4
336.4
336.4
397.4, 477
397.4, 477
397.4, 477
556
556
556
636
636
795
795
1033.5
1/0
2/0
4/0
1/0
2/0
4/0
1/0
2/0
4/0
4/0
2/0
2/0
4/0
4/0
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
PowerTap Stirrups
Strong lugs that withstand corrosion.
PowerTap Terminal Lugs
™
• 2-hole paddle, 4-hole paddle and 4-hole flag models available
• Fit a variety of lug sizes
CAT. NO.
PT 2 N 4/0
PT 2 N 336
PT 2 N 795
PT 4 N 4/0
PT 4 N 336
PT 4 N 795
PT 4 N 336 F
PT 4 N 795 F
PT 2 N 795
Wire Size
Tap Groove
Spade Type
#2–#6, 1/0–4/0, 266.8
336.4, 397.5, 477, 556.5
636, 795, 954, 1033.5
#2–#6, 1/0–4/0, 266.8
336.4, 397.5, 477, 556.5
636, 795, 954, 1033.5
336.4, 397.5, 477, 556.5
636, 795, 954, 1033.5
4/0 str.
336.4 str.
795 str.
4/0 str.
336.4 str.
795 str.
336.4 str.
795 str.
2-Hole Paddle
2-Hole Paddle
2-Hole Paddle
4-Hole Paddle
4-Hole Paddle
4-Hole Paddle
4-Hole Flag
4-Hole Flag
www.tnb.com
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
F-245
BolTap Wedges
Fast and easy installation
saves you time and money.
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
™
BolTap Wedges
™
• Only hammer and wrench needed for installation
• Removable and reusable
• Wide conductor range further reduces inventory
A 4055
CAT. NO.
A 4025
A 4030
A 4035
A 4040
A 4045
A 4050
A 4055
A 4060
A 4065
A 5035
A 5040
A 5045
Conductor Combinations
266.8–#4 or –#6; 336–#4 or –#6; 350–#4 or –#6
266.8–#2 or –1/0; 336–#6, –#4 or –#2; 350–#2;
397–#6 or –#4; 477–#6; 500–#6
266.8–1/0, –2/0, –3/0 or –4/0; 336–#2, –1/0, –2/0 or–3/0;
350–1/0 or –2/0; 397–#4, –#2, –1/0 or –2/0;
477–#6, –#4 or –#2; 500–#4 or –#2; 556–#6, –#5 or –#4
266.8–3/0, –4/0, –250 or –266; 336–2/0, –3/0, –4/0 or
–250; 350–2/0, –3/0, –4/0 or –250; 397–1/0, –2/0,
–3/0 or –4/0; 477–#2, –1/0 or –2/0; 500–#2,
–1/0 or –2/0; 556–#2 or –1/0
266.8–266 or –300; 336–4/0, –250, –266 or –300;
350–4/0, –266 or –300; 397–3/0, –4/0, –250 or –266;
477–1/0, –2/0, –3/0 or –4/0; 500–2/0, –3/0 or –4/0;
566–1/0, –2/0 or –3/0
336–266, –300, –336 or –350; 350–336 or –350; 397–4/0,
–250, –266, –300, –336 or –350; 477–3/0, –4/0, –250,
–266 or –300; 500–4/0, –250, –266 or –300; 556–3/0,
–4/0, –250 or –266
336–336 or –397; 397–336, –350 or –397; 477–266,
–300, –336 or –350; 556–266, –300 or –336
397–397 or –500; 477–336, –350, –397, –477 or –500;
500–336, –397 or –500; 556–336, –350, –397 or –500
477–397, –477 or –556; 556–397, –477 or –556
556; 653; 750–#6
556–#4 or –#2; 605–#6 or –#4; 636–#6, –#4 or –#2;
653–#6 or –#4; 750–#6
556–1/0 or –2/0; 605–#2, –1/0, –2/0 or –3/0; 636–#2,
–1/0 or –2/0; 653–#2, –1/0, –2/0 or –3/0;
750–1/0 or –2/0; 795–#6, –#4 or –#2; 954–#6
CAT. NO.
A 5050
A 5055
A 5060
A 5065
A 5070
A 5075
A 5080
A 5085
A 5090
Conductor Combinations
556–3/0 or –4/0; 605–3/0 or –4/0; 636–1/0, –2/0, –3/0
or –4/0; 653–3/0 or –4/0; 750–3/0 or –4/0; 795–#4,
–#2, –1/0 or –2/0; 954–#4
336–3/0, –4/0, –250, –266 or –300; 556–250,
–266 or –300; 605–4/0 or –250; 653–4/0 or –250;
750–4/0, –250, –266 or –300; 795–1/0, –2/0,
–3/0, –4/0 or –250; 954–1/0
556–266, –336 or –350; 605–266, –300, –336 or –350;
636–266, –300, –336 or –350; 653–266, –300,
–336 or –350; 750–266, –336, –350 or –397; 795–3/0,
–4/0, –250, –266 or –300; 954–2/0, –3/0 or –4/0
336–336, –397, –477 or –500; 556–336, –397,
–477 or –500; 605–397, –477 or –500; 653–336, –397,
–477 or –500; 750–397, –477 or –500; 795–250, –266,
–300, –336 or –350; 954–4/0, –250, –266 or –300
556–477, –556, –636 or –750; 605–477 or –556;
653–477 or –556; 750–477, –556 or –750; 795–266,
–336, –397, –477 or –350; 954–266, –336 or –350
556–556; 605–556, –605, –636, –653 or –750;
636–556, –605, –636, –653 or –750; 653–556,
–605, –636, –653 or –750; 795–397, –477, –500,
–636 or –750; 954–397, –477 or –500
636–636; 795–477, –556, –605, –636, –653,
–750 or –795; 954–477, –556, –636 or –750
795–605, –636 or –795; 954–605, –636, –653 or –795
795–795; 954–795 or –954
Note: Conductor combinations shown are for reference only.
Consult your Thomas & Betts representative for
verification or for conductor combinations not shown.
For shear-head option, add “-SH” suffix to the catalog number.
For BolTap stirrups, please consult your Thomas & Betts representative.
F-246
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
www.tnb.com
PowerTap Tools and Accessories
On-the-go equipment to make
clean moves, adds and changes.
™
™
• Long-lasting tool comes with heads
of your choice to simplify installation
• Shells, take-off clips and carrying
case sold separately to complete
your system
• Cleaning tool and cleaning kit also
available for maintaining your
PowerTap™ equipment
• Tools and accessories are also
compatible with other leading
connector manufacturers’ products
PT -TOOL
PT-TOOL CLEANING KIT includes:
(1) powder solvent
(1) shotgun cleaning rod
CAT. NO.
(1) gun oil
(1) small shotgun bore brush
(1) large shotgun bore brush
(1) small shotgun bore swab
(1) large shotgun bore swab
(1) small brass brush
Fig. 1
www.tnb.com
DESCRIPTION
PowerTap™ Tool
PT-TOOL
PT-TOOL S
PT-TOOL L
PowerTap™ Shells
PT-RED
PT-WHITE
PT-BLUE
PT-YELLOW
PowerTap™ Take-Off Clips
PT-CLIP, WHITE/BLUE
PT-CLIP, YELLOW
PowerTap™ Cleaning Tool
PT-CLEANING TOOL
PowerTap™ Cleaning Kit
PT-Tool Cleaning Kit
PowerTap™ Carrying Case
PT-Carrying Case
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
PowerTap Fire-On Tools
and Accessories
(1) Large Head, (1) Small Head, (1) Power Unit
(1) Small Head, (1) Power Unit
(1) Large Head, (1) Power Unit
Red
White
Blue
Yellow
White & Blue
Yellow
Cleaning Tool
See Fig. 1
Carrying Case
F-247
Hydraulic PowerTap System
Wedge tap science meets battery-power technology!
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
™
F-248
Hydraulic PowerTap System Wedge Tap
™
NEW!
Hundreds of thousands of fired-on wedge connectors are installed on the
electrical grid each year. Fired-on wedge connectors are installed using
powder-actuated tools that use explosive cartridges. These tools are more
costly to operate and maintain because cartridges don’t always actuate
and extensive cleaning is needed to remove the carbon build up caused
by normal cartridge detonation. In addition, the life cycle of the cartridges
themselves adds direct cost to installations — purchase price, freight,
inventory and, finally, the disposal of cartridges after installation.
The new Blackburn® Hydraulic PowerTap™ System is a game changer.
The Blackburn® HPT System provides the reliability of wedge connector
technology without the hassles of traditional installation tools through the
use of a battery-powered hydraulic tool. This technology allows the installer
to get the job done quickly and safely the first time, without misfires. The
HPT System eliminates the purchase, transportation, cleaning, maintenance
and disposal costs associated with cartridges.
Thomas & Betts offers a complete line of wedge taps for use with the HPT
Tool. The Blackburn® Hydraulic PowerTap™ System is your best choice for
the safest, most reliable wedge tap connection.
Installation Sequence for the Blackburn Hydraulic PowerTap System
®
™
Place cables into connector.
Place tool head assembly
on connector and tighten.
Attach power unit to tool head assembly
using the unique quick-connect coupler.
Activate power unit.
Release power unit trigger. Remove the
entire tool assembly from the connection.
The tool head can now be disassembled by
pressing the lever on the quick-connect coupling
— ready for the next install or for transport.
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
www.tnb.com
Hydraulic PowerTap System
™
cat. no.
Wire Combinations
Connectors Installed with Small
Tool Head and Low Tool Setting
HPT 1010
1/0–#2
HPT 1011
#2–#2, 1/0–#4
HPT 1012
#2–#4, 1/0–#6
HPT 1013
#4–#4, #2–#6
HPT 1014
#6–#6, #4–#6
HPT 1015
#8–#8
HPT 4001
1/0–1/0, 2/0–#2,
1/0–#2
HPT 4002
2/0–2/0, 3/0–1/0,
4/0–#2
HPT 4003
3/0–#6, 2/0–#6
HPT 4004
2/0–#4, 3/0–#4
HPT 4005
2/0–1/0, 3/0–#2
HPT 4006
4/0–#4
HPT 4007
4/0–#4
HPT 4008
3/0–2/0, 4/0–1/0
HPT 4009
3/0–3/0, 4/0–2/0
HPT 4010
4/0–3/0
HPT 4011
4/0–4/0
HPT 26601
266.8–#6
HPT 26602
266.8–#4
HPT 26603
266.8–#2
HPT 26604
266.8–1/0
HPT 26605
266.8–2/0
HPT 26606
266.8–3/0
HPT 26607
266.8–4/0
HPT 26609
266.8–266.8
HPT 35000
350–#6
HPT 35001
350–#4
HPT 35002
350–#2
HPT 35003
350–1/0
HPT 35004
350–2/0
HPT 35005
350–3/0
HPT 35006
350–4/0
HPT 35007
350–350
HPT 33601
336.4–336.4
cat. no.
Wire Combinations
Connectors Installed with Large
Tool Head and High Tool Setting
HPT 33602
336.4–266.8
HPT 33603
336.4–4/0
HPT 33604
336.4–3/0
HPT 33605
336.4–2/0
HPT 33606
336.4–1/0
HPT 33607
336.4–#2
HPT 33608
336.4–#4
HPT 33609
336.4–#6
HPT 47701
477–#2 or –#3
HPT 47702
477–#4 or –#5
HPT 47703
477–#6
HPT 55601
556.5–477 or –556.5
HPT 55602
477–477; 556.5–336.4
HPT 55603
477–336.4; 556.5–
266.8
HPT 55604
477–266.8;
556.4–3/0 or –4/0
HPT 55605
477–4/0; 556.5–2/0
HPT 55606
477–3/0; 556.5–#1
HPT 55607
477–2/0; 556.5–#1
HPT 55608
477–1/0; 556.5–#2
HPT 55609
556.5–#2 or –#3
HPT 55611
556.5–#4 or –#5
HPT 55612
556.5–#6
HPT 79500
795–795
HPT 79501
795–715
HPT 79502
795–636
HPT 79503
795–556.5
HPT 79504
795–477
HPT 79505
795–397.5
HPT 79506
795–336.4
HPT 79507
795–266.4
HPT 79508
795–4/0
www.tnb.com
cat. no.
Wire Combinations
Connectors Installed with Large
Tool Head and High Tool Setting
(cont.)
HPT 79509
795–3/0
HPT 79510
795–2/0
HPT 79511
795–1/0
HPT 79512
795–#2
HPT 79513
795–#4
HPT 79514
795–#6
HPT 103300 1033.5–1033.5
HPT 103301 1033.5–954
HPT 103302 1033.5–795
HPT 103303 1033.5–715.5
HPT 103304 1033.5–636
HPT 103305 1033.5–556.5
HPT 103306 1033.5–477
HPT 103307 1033.5–397.5
HPT 103308 1033.5–336.4
HPT 103309 1033.5–266.8
HPT 103310 1033.5–4/0
HPT 103311 1033.5–3/0
HPT 103312 1033.5–2/0
HPT 103313 1033.5–1/0
HPT 103314 1033.5–#2
HPT 103315 1033.5–#4
HPT 103316 1033.5–#6
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
Blackburn® Hydraulic
PowerTap™ Stirrups
cat. no.
Wire
Ball
Combinations Size
Stirrups Installed with Small Tool
Head and Low Tool Setting
HPT 4020 S 2
#1, 1/0, 2/0 #2
HPT 4005 S 10 1/0, 2/0
1/0
HPT 4004 S 2
2/0, 3/0
#2
HPT 4007 S 2
3/0, 4/0
#2
HPT 4007 S 10 3/0, 4/0
1/0
HPT 4008 S 20 3/0, 4/0
2/0
HPT 26602 S 2 266.8
#2
HPT 26603 S 10 266.8
1/0
HPT 35002 S 10 350 AAC
1/0
HPT 35002 S 2 350 AAC
#2
HPT 1050 S 2
#6
#2
HPT 1011 S 2
#5, #4, #2
#2
Stirrups Installed with Large Tool
Head and High Tool Setting
HPT 33606 S 10 336.4
1/0
HPT 33605 S 20 336.4
2/0
HPT 33604 S 40 336.4
4/0
HPT 47701 S 10 397.4, 477
1/0
HPT 55607 S 20 397.4, 477
2/0
HPT 55606 S 40 397.4, 477
4/0
HPT 55608 S 10 556
1/0
HPT 55607 S 20 556
2/0
HPT 55605 S 40 556
4/0
HPT 79511 S 40 636
4/0
HPT 79512 S 20 636
2/0
HPT 79511 S 20 795
2/0
HPT 79509 S 40 795
4/0
HPT 103312 S 40 1033.5
4/0
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
Blackburn® Hydraulic PowerTap™ Connectors
F-249
Hydraulic PowerTap System
Hydraulic PowerTap System Tool
Connectors & Grounding — Blackburn® Overhead Connectors
™
™
•Power unit and tool head feature a unique quick-connect coupler
that engages easily and stays locked until the release lever is
depressed
–Quick-connect coupler enables easy assembly of cable and connector without power unit being engaged
–Once the assembly has been made, power unit can be engaged, using quick-connect coupler to complete final wedge insertion
–Integrated positive-stop valve precisely matches output pressure of tool to the wedge tap connector being installed
– Audible bypass alerts you when optimum pressure is achieved
•Tool operates without cartridges
–Lower installed cost
–No powder fouling — minimizes cleaning and maintenance
–Elimination of powder actuation improves safety
•Ergonomic pistol-grip handle ensures user comfort
•Rugged, weather-resistant housing is built to last in outdoor
conditions
Blackburn® Battery-Powered Wedge Connector Tool
includes
CAT. NO.
HPT-TOOL
HPT-TOOL-S
HPT-TOOL-L
HPT-TOOL-PU
power unit
x
x
x
x
small tool
head*
large tool
head**
x
x
x
x
coupling
assembly
2 batteries
battery
charger
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
connector
removal clips carrying case
x
x
x
* Small tool head installs connector catalog numbers HPT 1010 through HPT 35007 and stirrup catalog numbers HPT 4020 S 2 through HPT 1011 S 2.
** Large tool head installs connector catalog numbers HPT 33601 through HPT 103316 and stirrup catalog numbers HPT 33606 S 10 through HPT 103312 S 40.
F-250
United States
Tel: 901.252.8000
800.816.7809
Fax: 901.252.1354
Technical Services
Tel: 888.862.3289
www.tnb.com
x
x
x
x