ABB - Installation Products PAC3459 - Aluminum Type PAC - Aluminum Parallel Groove Clamp with Cast Copper Liner for Wire Range Main: 1/0-8 ASCR 1/0 Str.-8 Sol. AL/CU, Tap: ASCR 1/0 Str.-8 Sol. ALCU, Prefilled with Oxide Inhibitor.
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PAC3459

UPC: 783786330171


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Overview

The ABB Installation Products Aluminum Type PAC (SKU: PAC3459) is a robust parallel groove clamp designed for reliable electrical connections. This clamp features a cast copper liner, ensuring excellent conductivity and durability when connecting aluminum or copper conductors. It is pre-filled with an oxide inhibitor, which is crucial for preventing corrosion and maintaining low contact resistance over time, especially in aluminum conductor applications. The PAC3459 is engineered to accommodate a wide range of wire sizes, with a main conductor range of 1/0 ASCR (Aluminum Conductor Steel Reinforced) down to 8 AWG (American Wire Gauge) ASCR, or 1/0 Stranded Aluminum/Copper down to 8 Solitary Aluminum/Copper. The tap conductor range is equally versatile, supporting ASCR from 1/0 down to 8, and stranded or solitary Aluminum/Copper from 1/0 down to 8. This broad compatibility makes it suitable for various overhead and underground distribution and transmission applications where secure and long-lasting connections are paramount. The aluminum construction of the clamp itself offers good corrosion resistance and a favorable strength-to-weight ratio.
  • Cast copper liner for enhanced conductivity and durability.
  • Prefilled with oxide inhibitor to prevent corrosion and ensure low contact resistance.
  • Main conductor range: 1/0-8 ASCR, 1/0 Stranded AL/CU - 8 Solitary AL/CU.
  • Tap conductor range: 1/0-8 ASCR, 1/0 Stranded AL/CU - 8 Solitary AL/CU.
  • Durable aluminum construction for reliable performance.

Specifications

Application
Securing Conductors
Conductor Range
Main: 1/0 to #8 ACSR , 1/0 STR to #8 SOL Aluminum. Tap: 1/0 STR ACSR , #8 SOL Copper
Connection
Bolted
Environmental Conditions
All Seasons / Conditions
Insulation
None
Material
Aluminum
Material
Aluminum with Cast Copper Liner
Mounting
None
Number Of Conductors
2
Size
Height 2-7/32 X Length 1-18/32 X Width 1-1/4 inch
Size
Wire Range Main: 1/0-8 ASCR 1/0 Str.-8 Sol. AL/CU, Tap: ASCR 1/0 Str.-8 Sol. ALCU
Special Features
Most Corrosion-Resistant Groove Clamp Ever. Pressure-Cast Aluminum Body Effectively Seals Out Moisture and Resists Corrosion. Clamp Seperates Conductors to Reduce the Possibility of Galvanic Corrosion
Type
Parallel-Groove Clamp
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)
0.2300 L
Package Weight (Metric)
0.1040 kg

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the manufacturer of the PAC3459 clamp?

The manufacturer of the PAC3459 clamp is ABB - Installation Products.

What wire sizes does the ABB PAC3459 clamp accommodate?

The clamp supports main conductors from 1/0 ASCR down to 8 ASCR, or 1/0 Stranded AL/CU down to 8 Solitary AL/CU. Tap conductors range from 1/0 ASCR to 8 ASCR, and 1/0 Stranded AL/CU to 8 Solitary AL/CU.

Why is the clamp pre-filled with oxide inhibitor?

The oxide inhibitor is pre-filled to prevent corrosion and maintain low contact resistance over time, which is particularly important for aluminum conductors.

What types of conductors can be connected with this clamp?

This clamp is designed for ASCR (Aluminum Conductor Steel Reinforced), Stranded Aluminum/Copper, and Solitary Aluminum/Copper conductors.

What is the purpose of the cast copper liner?

The cast copper liner provides excellent conductivity and durability for electrical connections, especially when working with aluminum or copper conductors.

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What technical support does ABB - Installation Products offer?

ABB - Installation Products offers comprehensive technical support through a dedicated technical support hotline at 888-385-1221 (Option 1), available 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CST, Monday-Friday. Their support services include emergency services, on-site support, remote diagnostics, installation assistance, equipment assessments, and repair coordination. Customers can also access technical resources via email at [email protected].

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