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TERMINALS, KITS AND TOOLS Terminals, Kits and Tools Glossary of Terminals and Tools Terms 48 Ring Tongues 53 Multi-Stud Ring Tongues 78 Standard Forks 79 Block Forks 85 Flanged Block Forks 93 Locking Forks 98 Butt Connectors 107 Parallel Connectors 133 Female Disconnects 113 Pin Terminals 134 Male Disconnects 121 3M Highland Bagged Terminals 135 Flags 125 Kits 142 Multi-Stack Disconnects 125 Tools 143 Adapters 126 Terminal Stud Size Chart 146 High Temperature 128 American Wire Gauge 146 Closed End Connectors 131 For more than 30 years, 3M has been a leading supplier Design features assuring easy installation of 3M of Scotchlok terminals, disconnects, connectors and tools productspositive and easy wire insertion, elimination for high performance use in the assembly and maintenance of strand hang-ups and wire twisting, and easy of electrical systems. Thousands of satisefi d customers insulation entry. know our products for: These are a few of the characteristics that make the Effective and reliable performance, UL Listed and installers job easier. CSA Certiefi d where appropriate. Variety of types, sizes and materials meeting a broad application range, including the demands of temperature and weather. FAX 800-245-0329 47FREquEnTLy ASKED quESTionS What does the insulation grip do The insulation grip provides a second crimp on the wire insulation providing additional wire strain relief. Its excellent for high vibration applications. Which 3M tools can I use with 3M terminals The handy reference guide on pages 143-144 gives you a variety of choices of tools to use with 3M terminals. Whats the difference between insulated and fully Insulated disconnects have barrel insulation only and fully insulated disconnects are insulated disconnects insulated from the barrel to the receptacle/tab. What temperatures do 3M terminals withstand Non-insulated 3M terminals withstand temperatures up to 347F (175C). Insulated 3M terminals withstand temperatures up to 221F (105C). Glossary of Terminals and Tools Terms AdApters l ocking Fork To interconnect two connectors already attached to wires. The spring-like tongue locks in place around the stud even when mount screw is not tightened. Extra force is required to Block Fork remove from stud. Same strength as the fork, but designed to use in terminal block because sides lie flat against barrier portion of terminal pAr Allel block. Similar to butt with overlapped wires and single crimp in center Bullet style of connector. Used where space is limited. Similar advantages as disconnects. Gives reliable in-line pins connection because parts are made to have holding friction For installation in compression blocks. Used in Europe for when joined. Usually for automotive use. terminating stranded wire. Butt Quick c onnect ( disconnect) Uses chamfered barrel ends to provide fast, easy wire insertion Attached to mating part by tongue of female part slipping from both ends and a built-in wire stop for correct positioning. over male tab. Use of dents and rolled edges on female part Must be crimped at both ends. provides excellent holding force while allowing easy and quick closed- end disconnect. Used in situations requiring pigtail of two or more wires. ring Fl Anged Fork The standard style of tongue. The safest and most reliable. It Gives the benefit of both the block and locking forks. Stays cannot be removed unless mounting screw is removed. secure should screw loosen. tAB Fork Uses mounting hole for rivet or screw. Allows rapid connection of wire. Usually used on free-standing tA p studs, because of wider tongues. No wire stripping is necessary, just lay wire in connector and crimp. Connection is made. 48 PHonE 800-245-3573