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18/11/20

Tap Splices

Newark.com/multicomp-pro

Farnell.com/multicomp-pro

Element14.com/multicomp-pro

Features

•   The tap splice is placed over the existing wire, the additional wire inserted and the block crimped 

with pliers

•   The tap splice is crimped over the wire as above. A 6.3 mm push-on blade can then be inserted into 

the female blade socket. Suitable for splicing or as a break-in test lead

•  Simple to use - apply with pliers

•  Excellent electrical connection with out cutting tap or run wires

Preparation

To make a top connection as illustrated

Slip the run wire through the side slot and the top wire through the end of the connector. Make the 

connection by driving down the U element over the conductors, flush with the top of the connector. Snap 

over the hinged cover

Specification Table

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Diagram

Parameter

DS1

DS2

Maximum Electric Current

AWG

22

20

18

AWG

18

16

14

AMP

3

4

7

AMP

17

18

30

Voltage Rating

600V Max.

Temperature Rating

105°C

Insulation Material

PP

Terminal Material

Brass

Surface Treatment

Tin Plated

Insulation Colour

Red

Light Blue

Wire Range

22-18AWG (0.5-0.75mm²)

18-14AWG (0.75-2.5mm²)

Terminal Thickness

0.8mm

Dimensions : Millimetres

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