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ABB - Installation Products FB3E12 - Tin Plated Copper, Flexible Braid Connector, 2 Hole Pad - 9/16 inch diameter with 1-3/4 Center to Center Spacing, 12 inches long x 1-1/4 inch wide x 1/2 inch thick. FB3E Series Standard. Pad 1-1/4 inch wide x 3-1/2 inch long. 3 Braids in Assembly. Circular Mil Area 504000. 1/8 Flare Both Sides on Ferrule. CSA Certified.

ABB Installation Products FB3E12 Tin Plated Copper, Flexible Braid Connector, 2 Hole Pad - 9/16 inch diameter with 1-3/4…

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Overview

The ABB FB3E12 is a tin-plated copper flexible braid connector, part of the FB3E Series Standard. This connector is constructed with 3 braids in assembly, providing a substantial Circular Mil Area of 504000, which is crucial for efficient and reliable current transfer in high-demand electrical systems. The connector measures 12 inches in length, 1-1/4 inches in width, and 1/2 inch in thickness. It features a 2-hole pad configuration with a 9/16-inch diameter hole size and a center-to-center spacing of 1-3/4 inches. The pad itself measures 1-1/4 inches wide by 3-1/2 inches long, designed for secure mounting. For enhanced connection integrity, both sides of the ferrule are equipped with a 1/8-inch flare. The FB3E12 is CSA Certified, ensuring it meets rigorous safety and performance standards. This flexible braid connector is engineered for applications demanding both conductivity and resilience against vibration, making it suitable for grounding, bonding, and general electrical connections.
  • Tin-plated copper construction for corrosion resistance and conductivity
  • 3-braid assembly with 504,000 circular mil area for high current capacity
  • 9/16" diameter, 12" length, 1-1/4" width, 1/2" thickness
  • 1/8" flare on both sides for secure terminal attachment
  • CSA certified for compliance with safety standards

Specifications

Application
For continuous current, grounding and bonding applications
Cable Length
12 in
Cable Length
304.8 mm
Cable Width
1.25 in
Cable Width
31.75 mm
Conductor Category
Flexible
Conductor Category
Class 5 = flexible
Conductor Material
Copper
Material
Tin Plated Copper
Series
FB3E
Shape Of Conductor
Flat
Size
9/16 inch diameter (2 hole pad), 1-3/4 inch center to center spacing, 12 inches long x 1-1/4 inch wide x 1/2 inch thick, 1-1/4 inch wide x 3-1/2 inch long pad, 504000 circular mil area
Special Features
Tin-Plated Copper Braids and Ferrules for High Conductivity and Corrosion Resistance. Enables Linear Expansion, Equipment Vibration and Offset Connections
Standard
UL E3060, CSA LR29625
Type
Flexible Braid Connector - 2-Hole
Package Dimensions (L x W x H)
0.01 IN x 0.01 IN x 0.01 IN
Package Dimensions (L x W x H)
0.0254 cm x 0.0254 cm x 0.0254 cm
Package Weight (Imperial)
1.7700 L
Package Weight (Metric)
0.8030 kg
Insulated copper braid X=300 mm L=322mm 400A

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Insulated copper braid X=300 mm L=322mm 400A
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SWC215A1605

Tinned Copper, Standard Flexible Braid Connector, SWC Series, 4-Hole Pads with NEMA Standard 9/16 inch (14.3 mm) Holes and 1-3/4 inch (44.4 mm) Spacing Center to Center, 23.8 inch (605 mm) long, 3 inch (76.2 mm) wide, 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) thick. Pad 3 inch x 3 inch. 30 AWG Individual Strand.
Flexible braid for grounding, 316800 circular mils, bolt hole 9/16 inch, 12 inches length, 3 braids in ferrule, 1.25 inches width, 2.5 inches ferrule length

FB3XD12

Flexible braid for grounding, 316800 circular mils, bolt hole 9/16 inch, 12 inches length, 3 braids in ferrule, 1.25 inches width, 2.5 inches ferrule length
Tin Plated Copper, Flexible Braid Connector, 1 Hole Pad - 0.563 inch diameter, 12.00 inches long x 1.25 inch wide x .3 inch thick. FB3XD-1 Series Standard. Pad 1.25 inch wide x 1.5 inch long. 3 Braids in Assembly 1 Across x 3 Layers Thick. 316800 circular mils.

FB3XD12-1

Tin Plated Copper, Flexible Braid Connector, 1 Hole Pad - 0.563 inch diameter, 12.00 inches long x 1.25 inch wide x .3 inch thick. FB3XD-1 Series Standard. Pad 1.25 inch wide x 1.5 inch long. 3 Braids in Assembly 1 Across x 3 Layers Thick. 316800 circular mils.
Flexible Braids for Grounding, 672000 Circular Mil Area, Bolt Hole 9/16 , 12 inch length

FB4E12

Flexible Braids for Grounding, 672000 Circular Mil Area, Bolt Hole 9/16 , 12 inch length
Tin Plated Copper, Flexible Braid Connector, 2 Hole Pad - 0.563 inch diameter with 1.75 Center to Center Spacing, 12.00 inches long x 1.5 inch wide x .75 inch thick. FB4F Series Standard. Pad 1.5 inch wide x 3.5 inch long. 4 Braids in Assembly. Circular Mil Area 921600. 1/8 Flare Both Sides on Ferrule.

FB4F12

Tin Plated Copper, Flexible Braid Connector, 2 Hole Pad - 0.563 inch diameter with 1.75 Center to Center Spacing, 12.00 inches long x 1.5 inch wide x .75 inch thick. FB4F Series Standard. Pad 1.5 inch wide x 3.5 inch long. 4 Braids in Assembly. Circular Mil Area 921600. 1/8 Flare Both Sides on Ferrule.
Flexible Braids for Grounding, 105600 Circular Mil Area, Bolt Hole 9/16 inch, 24 inch length, Number of Braids in Ferrule 1, 1 Bolt Hole in Ferrule

FBXD24-1

Flexible Braids for Grounding, 105600 Circular Mil Area, Bolt Hole 9/16 inch, 24 inch length, Number of Braids in Ferrule 1, 1 Bolt Hole in Ferrule
Tin Plated Copper Flexible Braid Connector for Grounding, Bolt Hole size 9/16 inch, 12 inch length x 1.5 inch wide x .4 inch thick. Number of Braids in Assembly 2 - 1 Across x 2 Thick. 460800 Circular Mil Area. 2-Hole Pads with .56 inch Diameter Holes with 1.75 inch Center to Center Spacing. Pad Size 1.5 inch wide x 3.5 inch long.

FB2F12

Tin Plated Copper Flexible Braid Connector for Grounding, Bolt Hole size 9/16 inch, 12 inch length x 1.5 inch wide x .4 inch thick. Number of Braids in Assembly 2 - 1 Across x 2 Thick. 460800 Circular Mil Area. 2-Hole Pads with .56 inch Diameter Holes with 1.75 inch Center to Center Spacing. Pad Size 1.5 inch wide x 3.5 inch long.

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