Aluminum Shear Bolt Terminals (ASBT)

TE Connectivity’s (TE) ASBT Aluminum Shear Bolt Terminals are range-taking mechanical connectors. With only three connector sizes, a conductor range from #2 compact to 1250 kcmil concentric, stranded Class B can be accommodated, thereby reducing inventory and preventing accidental use of the wrong conductor. The primary application of the ASBT is for power cable terminations, both underground and above ground at voltages up to 69 kV.

The ASBT is ideally suited for making aluminum or copper cable connections to flat bar or equipment pads equipped with 2-hole NEMA spacing. The terminal is manufactured from seamless, high conductivity aluminium designed for heavy-duty utility applications. The bore of the connector body has a uniquely grooved surface to enhance electrical contact and minimize resistance at the interface between the terminal and the conductor. The cable entry area is chamfered inside for easy cable insertion.

The shear bolt head is fully integrated in the terminal design, ensuring that the correct torque is applied to each bolt. Consequently the optimal contact force is generated to minimize connection resistance. The primary tool required to install the connector is a standard ratchet wrench with the appropriate hexagonal sockets. A holding tool is recommended to avoid core bending of conductors and can be ordered (#IT-1000-019).

Key Features:

• Heavy-duty design made of high strength, 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
• TE now offers a series of Shear Bolt Terminals that are UL Listed & CSA Certified
• No crimp tooling or dies required for installation

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