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Application

electrically connect a (tap) wire end to a through

(run) wire, insulate and provide a moisture resistant

seal for the connection.

Wire Range

copper insulated conductors. For use with common

thermoplastic insulated wires with a maximum

insulation diameter of .145 inches (3,5 mm).

Maximum recommended current for general purpose

applications: 18 AWG - 7 Amps, 16 AWG - 10 Amps,

14 AWG - 15 Amps

Construction

U-Contact - Tin plated brass, .03 in. (8mm) thick

Insulator - Polypropylene

Color - Blue

UL 94-V-2

Sealant - Mineral Oil Base

Dielectric Grease

Weight

.0042 lb. (1,90 gm)

Recommended Installation Tools

9” Linemans Pliers

8” Mechanics (slip joint) pliers

Engineering Specification

Self-Stripping Electrical Tap Connector (as

manufactured by 3M, part No. 804) capable of

connecting a tap wire to a run wire and providing a

moisture seal, in the wire range of 18-16 AWG (0,75-

stranded, tinned or untinned copper insulated wire,

with a maximum insulation diameter, of .145 inches

(3,5 mm). The connector shall be rated 600 volts and

have an insulation temperature rating of 90˚C (194˚F).

Regulatory Agencies

UL Listed as a Pressure Cable Connector

Tested per UL Standard 486C

UL File No. E23438

Operating Temperature: 90˚C (194˚F)

Voltage Rating: 600 volts max. building wire;

1000 volts max. signs and fixtures

Federal Specification W-S-610:

“Commercial package only”

Type

Class

Kind

Style

1

1

cu

G

Moisture Resistant Self-Stripping

Electrical Tap Connector 804

Data Sheet

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WIRE CONNECTOR

540H