ABB - Installation Products PA40 - Aluminum Pin Adapter Terminal, Wire Size 400 kcmil, Tin Plated, Die Color Code Pink
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PA40

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Overview

The ABB PA40 Aluminum Pin Adapter Terminal (SKU: PA40) is a precision-engineered terminal designed for high-capacity electrical connections in industrial power distribution and transmission systems. Constructed from durable aluminum, this terminal ensures reliable conductivity and long-term performance in demanding environments. It accommodates wire sizes up to 400 kcmil, making it ideal for heavy-duty applications where large-gauge conductors are required. The PA40 features tin plating to enhance corrosion resistance and maintain stable contact integrity over time, critical for electrical systems operating under harsh conditions. The distinct pink die color code provides quick visual identification, reducing the risk of misapplication and ensuring proper installation. This terminal is part of the UNSPSC 39121405 category, indicating its use in electrical connectors and terminals for secure wire termination in electrical infrastructure projects. Compatible with listed connectors and UL-listed equipment, the PA40 is suitable for copper wire applications. Its robust aluminum construction and tin plating deliver dependable performance in high-ampacity power distribution, transmission, and industrial electrical systems where reliable wire termination is essential.
  • Material: Aluminum for durability and conductivity
  • Wire Size Capacity: 400 kcmil for high-capacity applications
  • Plating: Tin for corrosion resistance and stable contact
  • Die Color Code: Pink for quick identification
  • UNSPSC Code: 39121405 (electrical connectors and terminals)

Specifications

Color
Pink
Material
Aluminum
Special Features
Pin Adapter
Standard
UL E63167
Stud Size
250 kcmil
Type
Aluminum Pin Terminal
Package Dimensions (L x W x H)
8.5 IN x 4.19 IN x 5.1 IN
Package Dimensions (L x W x H)
21.59 cm x 10.6426 cm x 12.954 cm
Package Weight (Imperial)
0.5000 L
Package Weight (Metric)
0.2270 kg
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How to Install the PA Type Pin Adapter for Aluminum Conductors

This guide provides step-by-step instructions for installing the PA Type Pin Adapter, designed to reliably terminate stranded aluminum conductors with a copper pig-tail into mechanical connectors, ensuring proper electrical connection and safety.

Estimated time: 45m

Tools needed:

Wire strippers, Wire brush, Crimping tool, Crimping dies (specific to wire size), Screwdriver or Wrench

Supplies needed:

PA Type Pin Adapter, Stranded aluminum conductor, Mechanical equipment connector

  1. Disconnect Power and Select Pin Adapter

    WARNING: RISK OF SHOCK. Disconnect all power before beginning installation. Select the Pin Adapter marked for the specific aluminum wire size to be terminated, referring to the 'Catalog and Specification Information' table.

  2. Prepare Aluminum Conductor

    Strip the insulation from the aluminum conductor to the length specified in column 'A' of the table, ensuring not to nick or ring the strands. Thoroughly scratch brush the stripped aluminum conductor to remove any oxide film.

  3. Perform Pre-Installation Checks

    With the mated insulating cover in place, check the copper pig-tail length against the equipment connector to ensure sufficient contact. Verify the diameter of the insulating cover for any interference. Confirm that the Pin Adapter will not reduce the minimum wire bending space required by the National Electrical Code. Bend the cable to fit the equipment before proceeding.

  4. Crimp Pin Adapter to Aluminum Conductor

    Insert the prepared aluminum conductor fully into the compression barrel of the Pin Adapter. Select the appropriate crimping tool and die that matches the die index, code number, or color marked on the connector (refer to the tables). Make the required number of crimps, ensuring overlap crimps are made between knurl or ink marks, or multiple crimps are adjacent.

  5. Install Insulating Cover

    After crimping the Pin Adapter onto the conductor, slip the insulating cover completely over the compression barrel. This ensures that minimum electrical spacing requirements are maintained and prevents violations.

  6. Connect Copper Pig-tail to Equipment

    Insert the copper pig-tail fully into the mechanical equipment connector body. Tighten the set screw to the equipment manufacturer’s recommended torque. If no specific torque is provided, refer to the 'Recommended Tightening Torque' values in the provided table for guidance.

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