ABB - Installation Products PTA 500 - Aluminum Pin Terminal 4/0 STR - 500 kcmil, 6 inch Pin finished length. 4.0 inch Body. Tin Plated. Pink Cap, Oxide Inhibitor compound. Bore .843 Diameter X 2.500 inch long. Body Diameter 1.124 inch.
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PTA 500

UPC: 783786741786


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Overview

The ABB PTA 500 is an aluminum pin terminal designed for high-current applications requiring reliable, low-resistance connections. This terminal accommodates wire sizes from 4/0 STR to 500 kcmil, making it suitable for heavy-duty industrial and utility installations. The 6-inch pin length provides extended reach for secure terminations in tight or complex wiring layouts, while the 4.0-inch body ensures mechanical stability during crimping and installation. Key specifications include a bore diameter of 0.843 inches with a 2.500-inch depth, optimized for 4/0 STR to 500 kcmil conductors. The body diameter measures 1.124 inches, providing a robust interface for crimping tools and ensuring consistent compression. The terminal is tin-plated for corrosion resistance, extending service life in harsh environments. A pink insulating cap is included for color-coded identification and additional protection against moisture and contaminants. The terminal also features an oxide inhibitor compound to prevent oxidation at the wire-terminal interface, maintaining low contact resistance over time. This combination of features makes the PTA 500 ideal for power distribution, substation wiring, and industrial motor control applications where reliability and durability are critical.
  • Accommodates wire sizes from 4/0 STR to 500 kcmil
  • 6-inch pin length for extended reach in tight installations
  • Tin-plated for corrosion resistance in harsh environments
  • Pink insulating cap for color-coded identification and protection
  • Oxide inhibitor compound prevents oxidation at the wire-terminal interface

Specifications

Application
Bi-Metallic transitions from all Aluminum, ACSR and Aluminum-alloy conductors to Copper Clamp-type Equipment bushings to eliminate compatibility problems with connections
Connection
Compression
Finish
Pin Tin-Plated;Uncoated
Housing Material
Aluminum
Housing Material
Aluminium
Insulation
None
Size
6 inch Pin, 4.0 inch Body
Special Features
Hassle-free Terminations
Type
Pin Terminal
Wire Size
4/0 STR AWG , 500 kcmil
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)
0.6300 L
Package Weight (Metric)
0.2860 kg

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