TE Connectivity AL/CU Shear Bolt Splice Connectors
TE Connectivity’s (TE) Aluminum Shear Bolt Splice ASBS connectors are range taking mechanical connectors which accommodate a wide range of aluminum and copper conductors from #2 AWG compact stranded to 1000 kcmil concentric stranded Class B to reduce inventory and prevent accidental use of wrong conductor. The primary application of aluminum shear bolt connectors is for underground splices up to 35 kV.
TE’s ASBS connectors are ideally suited for aluminum to aluminum, aluminum to copper and copper to copper applications making them the universal connector solution. The only tool required to install the connector is a standard ratchet wrench with the appropriate sized hexagonal sockets.
The connectors design incorporates shear bolt heads, which ensures that the correct torque is applied to each bolt and consequently the optimal contact force is generated to minimize connection resistance. A holding tool is recommended to avoid core bending of conductors and can be ordered from TE (#IT-1000-019). The solid center stop (available on all sizes) inside the connectors ensure proper conductor positioning and eliminates oil leakage when connecting oil impregnated conductors.
Key Features:
- Heavy-duty design made of high strength and tin-plated aluminum alloy
- Range taking, compact and smooth body design
- Dual rated for aluminum and copper conductors
- Provides long service life under normal operating conditions with reserve capacity for emergency loading conditions
- Pre-engineered design for perfect fit in medium voltage cable accessories up to 35 kV
- TE’s ASBS are UL listed and CSA certified
- No crimp tooling or dies required for installation