Piercing Connector

Insulation piercing multi-core connectors / multi-core ring connectors

Insulation piercing multi-core connectors also named multi-core ring connectors.It can be used for stranded and solid aluminum or copper conductors.

  • Insulation piercing multi-core connectors /multi-core ring connectors Description of Insulation piercing multi-core connectors Insulation piercing multi-core connectors also named multi-core
GroupABC Accessories
CategoryPiercing Connector
StandardsIEC and GB
CustomisationOEM and non standard accepted
Insulation piercing multi-core connectors / multi-core ring connectors

Overview

Insulation Piercing Multi-core Connectors / Multi-core Ring Connectors Description

Insulation Piercing Multi-core Connectors /multi-core Ring Connectors

Description of Insulation Piercing Multi-core Connectors

Insulation piercing multi-core connectors also named multi-core ring connector.The cable ring type connector is used for simple and reliable installation while ensuring maximum safety during life line work.The Insulation piercing multi-core connectors can be used for stranded and solid aluminum or copper conductors.It also can be used for the cable with PVC or XLPE insulation.

4 core or 3 1/2 core ring type tap off connector with IP2X protection and piercing retardant system. On the connector ring is pressembled on the main conductor the plastic housing offer full protection against touching live contact teeth(finger test),test to EN 60529.During pressembly on the main conductor the contact protection system detects early contact teeth via the predetermined breaking point to ensure a large operational safety during tap off conductor assembly.

Material of Multi-core Ring Connectors

Body: High strength aluminum alloy (AIMgSi)

Contact segment: corrosion resistant,Contacts in brass (Cu Zn),electro tinned

insulation parts: glassfiber reinforced PA

Bolt: steel,grade 8.8.

Conductors types

sm: Sector stranded. se: Sector solid.rm: Round stranded re: Round solid

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Installation of Multi-core Ring Connectors

Step 1: Cable over sheath is removed and the core separators placed between the cores.

Step 2: The two connector halves positioned over the cores and the bolts slightly tightened.

Step 3: Stripped ends of branch cores inserted in the branch channels and the bolts are tightened.

Step 4: The connector halves are closed by tightening the two outer bolts while the contact segments pierce the main cable cores.

Step 5: The outer metal ring is at all times insulated from the life conductors.

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Specifications

Codes Ranges and Dimensions

Figures below are reproduced from the CROP catalogue for this item.

TypeSector ConductorRound ConductorReference Torque
Main (mm2)Tap (mm2)Main (mm2)Tap (mm2)
UTC-1SM/SE 70-95SM/SE 6-50RM/RE 70-95RM/RE 6-7015Nm
UTC-2SM/SE 95-150SM/SE 6-50RM/RE 95-150RM/RE 6-7015Nm
UTC-3SM/SE 95-150SM/SE 6-150RM/RE 95-150RM/RE 6-15015Nm
UTC-4SM/SE 185-240SM/SE 6-50RM/RE 185-240RM/RE 6-7020Nm

Ordering and Support

From Enquiry To Delivered Order

1

Send The Requirement

Item code, conductor or cable size and quantity, or a drawing and a photograph for a non standard part.

2

Quotation

Price, packing, carton quantity and lead time are confirmed against the catalogue reference.

3

Sample or Tooling

Samples are sent for approval. Parts that need a new mould go through the in house mould division.

4

Production and Shipment

Production to IEC and GB standards, then packing and shipment on the agreed terms.

Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I choose the right size?
Match your conductor or cable size against the range column in the specification table on this page, then quote the code on that row. If the size falls between two rows, send both figures with your enquiry and the correct item will be confirmed.
Is Insulation piercing multi-core connectors / multi-core ring connectors available as a sample before a production order?
Yes. Ask for a sample by WhatsApp on 0086 138 6832 9796 or by email and the item, the packing and the lead time for a full order will be confirmed together.
Which standards do CROP products follow?
All CROP products are made to comply with IEC and GB standards. Where a project calls for a national or utility specification, send the standard reference with your enquiry and the matching item will be quoted.
Can items be produced to our own drawing?
Yes. Non-standard and OEM orders are part of the normal range. Send the drawing, a picture, the weight or the written specification to [email protected] or by WhatsApp and a quotation will be prepared against your requirement. CROP also runs its own mould division for plastic, SMC and stamped parts.
How do I obtain the PDF catalogue?
The catalogue is issued on request. Ask for the section you need by email or WhatsApp on 0086 138 6832 9796 and the PDF will be sent back to you. The catalogue page lists every section that is available.

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Send the code, the size and the quantity. Drawings for non standard versions are welcome.

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