3 Crimp Sleeve Connector, Nylon Insulated, Copper Insert S31 L Data Sheet Product Number Maximum Voltage Rating AWG (mm2) Wire Range O.D. S-31 600V 2#18, 3#14 (1,6-6,6mm2) L Barrel Length Barrel I.D. 0.85 0.34 0.152 18 STR UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES STANDARD NO. UL 486C 3M FILE NO. E23438 CANADIAN STANDARDS ASSOCIATION STANDARD NO. 22.2 NO. 0, 188 3M FILE NO. LR15503 Specifications Wire Size: Maximum Voltage Rating: Maximum Operating Temp: Maximum Current: Insulator Material: Sleeve Material: Sleeve Plating: 78-8126-0612-3-B 18-10 AWG Copper wire only 600 V Building Wire 1000 V signs, fixtures (Luminaires) 221F (105C) Same as Wire Nylon Copper Tin 18 SOL 16 STR 16 SOL 14 STR 14 SOL 12 STR 12 SOL 10 STR 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 Maximum Temperature Range 221 F (105 C) 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 1 2 1 18 18 16 16 14 14 12 STR SOL STR SOL STR SOL STR How to read chart: One #14 solid plus four #18 stranded (equalling five wires) may be connected using a S-31 connector. Page 1 of 2 Installation Information Engineering Specification WARNING 3M Crimp-Type Connectors shall, electrically and mechanically, connect permanently to the prestripped ends of two or more copper wires. The connector line shall have regulatory agency coverage (UL Listing CSA Certification). The connectors shall be marked with the wire range and a manufacturer's symbol (*). Turn power off before installing or removing terminal. All electrical work should be done according to appropriate electrical codes. UL Listed and CSA Certified for use on solid or stranded copper (AWG) wire only. The 3M Copper Insert Closed End crimp type connector shall be tin plated, annealed, seamless copper sleeve, 0.34" long and sized for a selection of wire combinations within a specified (AWG) wire range (18-10). The copper sleeve shall be covered by a molded nylon, skirted insulator of natural color. Instructions: 1. Strip all wires 3/8 inch. 2. Pretwist wires before crimping. 3. Insert wires into connector. 4. Insert into proper tool station and crimp. 3MTM Crimp Stations: Insulated terminals shall be UL Listed and CSA Certified for 600 Volts maximum, building wire: 1000-Volts maximum, in signs fixtures and luminaires, and have a maximum operating temperature of 221F-(105C). TH-450 12-10 Insul TH-440 12-10 Insul TR-482 12-10 Insul Barrel Crimp (Required) Pretwist wires before crimping. 3M and Scotchlok are trademarks of 3M Company. is a trademark of Underwriters Laboratories. is a trademark of Canadian Standards Association. Important Notice All statements, technical information, and recommendations related to 3M's products are based on information believed to be reliable, but the accuracy or completeness is not guaranteed. Before using this product, you must evaluate it and determine if it is suitable for your intended application. You assume all risks and liability associated with such use. Any statements related to the product which are not contained in 3M's current publications, or any contrary statements contained on your purchase order shall have no force or effect unless expressly agreed upon, in writing, by an authorized officer of 3M. Warranty; Limited Remedy; Limited Liability. This product will be free from defects in material and manufacture for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase. 3M MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. If this product is defective within the warranty period stated above, your exclusive remedy shall be, at 3M's option, to replace or repair the 3M product or refund the purchase price of the 3M product. Except where prohibited by law, 3M will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from this 3M product, whether direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential regardless of the legal theory asserted. Electrical Markets Division 6801 River Place Blvd. Austin, TX 78726-9000 http://www.3M.com/elpd Page 2 of 2 Litho in USA (c) 3M 2004 78-8126-0612-3-B