ABB - Installation Products PA25 - Aluminum Pin Adapter Terminal, Wire Size 250 kcmil, Tin Plated, Die Color Code Brown
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PA25

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Overview

ABB PA25 Aluminum Pin Adapter Terminal (SKU: PA25) is a precision electrical connector for high-current industrial power distribution. Made by ABB - Installation Products, it supports 250 kcmil wire sizes for heavy-duty applications requiring robust current transfer. Aluminum construction ensures lightweight durability, while the tin-plated finish provides superior conductivity and corrosion resistance in harsh environments. Key specs: 250 kcmil wire capacity, brown die color code for identification, pin adapter connection type for direct interface with compatible connectors. Designed for copper wire only per ABB installation guidelines. Suitable for substations, motor control centers, and heavy machinery where reliable electrical connections are critical. Part of ABB's Installation Products line, it ensures efficient current transfer with minimal resistance, reducing heat buildup and potential failure points in high-ampacity circuits. Brown color coding complies with industry standards for quick visual identification during installation and maintenance.
  • Wire size capacity: 250 kcmil
  • Material: Aluminum with tin-plated finish
  • Die color code: Brown for quick identification
  • Connection type: Pin adapter for secure terminations
  • Suitable for copper wire only (per ABB installation guidelines)

Specifications

Cable Size
250 kcmil
Color
Brown
Connection Type
Pin Adapter Terminal
Material
Aluminum
Size
250 kcmil
Special Features
Connector for aluminum conductor only. Pigtail may be inserted into either aluminum or copper connectors
Standard
UL E63167
Type
Aluminum Pin Terminal
Package Dimensions (L x W x H)
6.75 IN x 5.25 IN x 3.7 IN
Package Dimensions (L x W x H)
17.145 cm x 13.335 cm x 9.398 cm
Package Weight (Imperial)
0.4000 L
Package Weight (Metric)
0.1810 kg
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How to Install the Thomas & Betts PA25 Pin Adapter

This guide provides step-by-step instructions for safely installing the PA25 Pin Adapter, designed for terminating 250 MCM stranded aluminum conductors with a copper pig-tail into mechanical connectors.

Estimated time: 45m

Tools needed:

Crimping tool (with appropriate dies for PA25, e.g., T&B 87H or Burndy 299), Wire strippers, Wire brush, Torque wrench or screwdriver

Supplies needed:

PA25 Pin Adapter, 250 MCM stranded aluminum conductor, Mated insulating cover (supplied with adapter), Mechanical connector (Al-Cu listed or copper-only suitable)

  1. Disconnect Power and Select Adapter

    WARNING: Disconnect all power to the electrical equipment before beginning installation to prevent risk of shock. Select the PA25 Pin Adapter, ensuring it is marked for 250 MCM aluminum wire size.

  2. Prepare Aluminum Conductor

    Bend the 250 MCM aluminum cable to fit properly within the equipment before attaching the Pin Adapter. Strip 1.375 inches of insulation from the aluminum conductor. Exercise caution to avoid nicking or ringing the conductor strands. Thoroughly scratch brush the stripped portion of the aluminum conductor to remove any oxide film.

  3. Crimp the Pin Adapter

    Fully insert the prepared aluminum conductor into the compression barrel of the PA25 Pin Adapter. Using a crimping tool equipped with the correct die (e.g., T&B Die Code 87H or Burndy Die Index 299, BROWN color code), make two adjacent crimps between the knurl or ink marks on the adapter. Ensure to use circumferential or hex dies and compress from the base of the socket towards the cable. Remove any excess inhibitor or flash after crimping.

  4. Install Insulating Cover and Verify Clearances

    Slip the mated insulating cover completely over the compression barrel of the installed Pin Adapter. Verify that the mated insulating cover's diameter does not interfere with any part of the equipment. Ensure that the electrical spacing is maintained: more than 1/4" for 300V or less, and more than 1/2" for 301-600V. Confirm that the use of the Pin Adapter does not reduce the minimum wire bending space required by the National Electrical Code.

  5. Connect Copper Pig-Tail to Equipment

    Insert the factory-installed copper pig-tail of the PA25 Pin Adapter fully into the mechanical connector body of the electrical equipment. Tighten the connector's set screw to the equipment manufacturer’s recommended torque. If no specific torque is provided, tighten to 250 inch-lbs.

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