What is a UR connector?
The UR connector accepts two or three solid copper conductors for butt splicing. The connector is filled with a sealant to provide moisture resistance. The small size of the UY connector reduces the splicing bundle O.D. to a minimum. The connector’s two ports accept two solid copper conductors.
What is a Scotchlok?
Scotchlok tap connectors are real time savers. They enable the user to tap into another wire without interrupting service. A U-shaped element inside each connector displaces insulation material and makes contact with the copper conductor.
What are splice connectors?
Splice connectors are plastic clips used to make quick splices or connections with two or more pieces of wire. They are designed for use with electrical cables, telephone cables and electrical device wires. You can use a splice connector to splice wires without having to solder them.
What is 3M Scotchlok?
3M™ Scotchlok™ Color-Coded Closed-End Connector is an electrical crimp sleeve connector with a copper insert that allows for fast splicing of copper conductors. The vinyl-insulated connector is 600V-rated for building wire and 1000V-rated for signs, fixtures or luminaires. The copper insert offers good conductivity.
Are scotch locks any good?
I consider scotch locks are ok if used correctly and in the right atmosphere. However most failures are due to water ingress and corrosion or attempting to use the connectors on the wrong gauge wire. Most IDC’s used in electronic are much closer quality controlled with conductor size being specific to a particular IDC.
How do you splice low voltage wires?
Slip a three-inch length of shrink tubing over one wire of each splice. Strip one inch of insulation off each wire. Twist the wires of the same polarity together horizontally and smoothly so that the twisted portion is in line with the wiring. Solder the connection so that the solder penetrates the twisted wires.
What kind of wire does scotchlok UR2 connector make?
2.0 Description. The ScotchlokTM UR2 Connector is a butt-type connector which employs a specially designed insulation displacement contact. The contact, which is formed in a U shape, makes a double electrical connection to each wire.
Can a 3m butt splice wire be used outside?
The Corning (3M) Scotchlok UR Connector is a long-time favorite of phone companies. You can “butt-splice” two or three wires together with a secure snap, and the connector is gel-filled so it can be used outdoors or in damp indoor locations.
What’s the difference between UR and uy cable?
The UR2 provides a Maximum Insulation O.D. of 2.08mm while the UR provides an Insulation O.D. of 1.52mm. What separates the UR’s from the UY’s is that the UR line allows 3 cables to be connected together while the UY Line is design for only 2 cables. THE ReBUILDSkills PROMISE! We are here to encourage people to build, create, and make improvements.