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ABB - Installation Products RB257M - Vinyl Insulated Female Disconnect, Length .96 Inches, Width .29 Inches, Maximum Insulation .170, Tab Size .250x.032, Wire Range #16-#14 AWG, Color Blue, Copper, Tin Plated, On Mylar Tape, 1,000 Pack

ABB Installation Products RB257M Vinyl Insulated Female Disconnect, Length .96 Inches, Width .29 Inches, Maximum…

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Overview

The ABB RB257M Vinyl Insulated Female Disconnect (SKU: RB257M) from ABB Installation Products provides reliable electrical connections for wire gauges #16 to #14 AWG. This disconnect features a durable vinyl insulation for secure wire termination and protection. Constructed from copper with a tin plating, it ensures excellent electrical conductivity and resistance to corrosion, crucial for industrial and commercial applications. The female disconnect has a compact design with a length of 0.96 inches and a width of 0.29 inches, making it suitable for installations with limited space. Its tab size is precisely 0.250x0.032 inches, ensuring a secure mating connection. The blue color coding aids in quick identification of wire gauge and connection type. Supplied on Mylar tape, this product is conveniently packaged in a 1,000-piece quantity for bulk usage. Manufactured in the US, the RB257M meets industry standards for electrical components.
  • Vinyl insulated female disconnect for #16-#14 AWG wire
  • Copper construction with tin plating for conductivity and corrosion resistance
  • Blue color for easy identification
  • Compact size: 0.96" length, 0.29" width, 0.170" max insulation
  • Supplied on Mylar tape in a 1,000-piece pack

Specifications

Color
Blue
Connection Type
Insulated Female Disconnect
Connection Type
Vinyl Insulated Female Disconnect
Connection Type
Insulated Disconnect
Connection Type
Female Disconnect
Insulation
Vinyl
Insulation
Yes
Material
Brass
Material
Vinyl, Copper, Tin Plated
Material
Copper, Tin Plated, Vinyl
Material
Copper, Tin Plated
Mounting Type
On Mylar Tape
Series
RB257M
Size
Length 0.96 Inches, Width 0.29 Inches
Size
Length: 0.96 Inches, Width: 0.29 Inches, Tab Size: 0.250x0.032 Inches
Size
0.96" Length, 0.29" Width
Size
Length .96" x Width .29"
Size
0.96" Length x 0.29" Width
Special Features
Unique construction of the female disconnect offers long-term dependability. Brazed seam serrated barrel provides maximum tensile strength
Standard
UL E66716 / UL E66716
Standard
UL E66716
Type
Vinyl Insulated Female Disconnect
Package Dimensions (L x W x H)
15.3 IN x 15.3 IN x 2.3 IN
Package Dimensions (L x W x H)
38.862 cm x 38.862 cm x 5.842 cm
Package Weight (Imperial)
0.010 L
Package Weight (Metric)
0.005 kg
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