3M insulation displacement connectors (idcs) brochure Benutzerhandbuch
Proven splicing technology designed
for your specific applications.
for your specific applications.
The latest series of IDCs has kept all that was
good about the original connector — the
design, the shape, the element technology and
the color coding. Models also incorporate a
full wire range capability, an increased port
size that accommodates up to 0.190"
(4.82mm) insulation sizes, double “U”
elements and a solvent-resistant plastic
construction. Choose from 38 different
3M IDCs to meet a variety of uses,
including fluorescent ballast installation
and replacement, fixture and appliance
wiring, automotive and marine wiring and control circuit wiring.
Whatever the application, 3M has the connector to make your job easier.
good about the original connector — the
design, the shape, the element technology and
the color coding. Models also incorporate a
full wire range capability, an increased port
size that accommodates up to 0.190"
(4.82mm) insulation sizes, double “U”
elements and a solvent-resistant plastic
construction. Choose from 38 different
3M IDCs to meet a variety of uses,
including fluorescent ballast installation
and replacement, fixture and appliance
wiring, automotive and marine wiring and control circuit wiring.
Whatever the application, 3M has the connector to make your job easier.
Quick, reliable splices are a snap.
And a squeeze.
And a squeeze.
3M Scotchlok insulation displacement
connectors (IDCs) are easy to use and save
time—to install one, just squeeze— no
stripping or twisting. Our unique “U”
contact provides a dependable electrical
connection.
connectors (IDCs) are easy to use and save
time—to install one, just squeeze— no
stripping or twisting. Our unique “U”
contact provides a dependable electrical
connection.
•
A “live-spring” joint
is made by driving the
“U”contact down into
connector.
is made by driving the
“U”contact down into
connector.
•
As the “U” contact is
pressed into connector, it
grasps conductors as it
displaces insulation.
pressed into connector, it
grasps conductors as it
displaces insulation.
•
Contact grips conductor and holds with a firm, resilient pressure.
314 & 314U IDCs*
Application: Used to electrically
connect two or three wire ends and
insulate the connection.
• 314 version provides a
connect two or three wire ends and
insulate the connection.
• 314 version provides a
moisture-resistant seal.
• Both models are flame
retardant.
• Used for pigtail
2- and 3- wire
splicing.
splicing.
*
Also tested in accordance
with UL Standard for
Portable Electric Lamps,
UL 153 paragraph 15,
when housed within the
body of the lamp.
Portable Electric Lamps,
UL 153 paragraph 15,
when housed within the
body of the lamp.
316 IR IDC
Application: Electrically connects two
or three wire ends, insulates the
connection, and provides a moisture
resistant seal.
or three wire ends, insulates the
connection, and provides a moisture
resistant seal.
• Recommended for use with low
energy underground circuit
wires.
• Suitable for sprinkler
systems, landscape
lighting, and other
moisture resistant
applications of less
than 30 volts.
• Sealant is a
mineral
oil-based
grease.
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™
Insulation Displacement
Connector (IDC) to today’s
improved models, 3M has
always provided connection
technology that saves
time and money.
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314
316IR
314U