ABB - Installation Products SAM 400 N - Aluminum Compression Lug for Aluminum and Copper Terminations, Two-Hole NEMA Pad, Wire Range 336.4(30/7), 397.5(18/1) ACSR, 397.5-400 Stranded kcmil, 500 Compact. Installing dies 106, 300, 317, 1 5/16, 14A, 15A. Length 8-29/64 inch. Pad 1-3/4 inch wide x 3-19/32 inch long x 29/64 inch thick, (2) 9/16 inch diameter holes on 1-3/4 inch center, uses 1/2 inch Bolt. Barrel 3-13/32 inch. Oxide Inhibitor. Green Cap.
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SAM 400 N

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The ABB SAM 400 N is a two-hole NEMA pad aluminum compression lug designed for secure terminations of aluminum and copper conductors. Rated for wire ranges from 336.4 kcmil (30/7 AWG) to 397.5 kcmil (18/1 AWG) ACSR, 397.5–400 stranded kcmil, and 500 compact conductors, this lug ensures compatibility with medium to heavy-duty applications. The lug features a 1-3/4 inch wide x 3-19/32 inch long x 29/64 inch thick pad with two 9/16 inch diameter holes spaced 1-3/4 inches apart, accommodating a 1/2 inch bolt for mechanical fastening. The barrel length measures 3-13/32 inches, providing ample conductor insertion for reliable crimping. Supplied with an oxide inhibitor and a green cap for identification, the SAM 400 N is optimized for use with installing dies 106, 300, 317, 1 5/16, 14A, and 15A. Its compact design and robust construction make it suitable for utility, industrial, and commercial electrical installations where durable, low-resistance terminations are critical. The lug’s dimensions and bolt configuration align with NEMA standards, ensuring compatibility with standard hardware and mounting configurations.
  • Compatible with aluminum and copper conductors (336.4–500 kcmil range)
  • Two-hole NEMA pad with 1/2" bolt mounting for secure attachment
  • Oxide inhibitor included to prevent corrosion at termination points
  • Designed for use with dies 106, 300, 317, 1 5/16, 14A, and 15A
  • Barrel length 3-13/32" for reliable conductor insertion and crimping

Specifications

Application
Durable four-hole Lugs designed for general purpose substation and switchyard equipment use
Connection
Compression
Finish
Uncoated
Housing Material
Aluminum
Housing Material
Aluminium
Insulation
None
Mounting
Bolt-on
Size
8-3/4 X 1-3/4 inches wide
Special Features
Entire conductor range installed by three common dies. Lessens your die inventory. Dual-Rated for use with Aluminumand Copper Conductors. Made of Aluminum for high strength and high conductivity. Prefilled with Oxide Inhibitor to Prevent Oxidation and keep out Moisture. Marked with Conductor Sizes and Die References for Easy Identification
Type
Compression Lug Two Hole
Wire Size
397.5 to 400 kcmil , 500 kcmil , 336.4 (30/7) ACSR AWG , 397.5 (18/1) ACSR AWG
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)
0.7400 L
Package Weight (Metric)
0.3360 kg
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Aluminum Compression Lug, Wire Range 600 kcmil Stranded, 545.6 ACAR (15/7) AL-CU. Installing Dies 1 5/16, 14A, 300, 106, 317, 15A. Length 8-3/8 inch. Pad 1-3/4 inch wide x 3-19/32 inch long x 29/64 inch thick. (2) 9/16 inch diameter holes on 1-3/4 inch center. Barrel 3-27/32 inch long. Uses Bolt size 1/2 inch, Oxide Inhibitor. Black Cap.

SAM 600 N

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Aluminum Two-Hole Lugs - common die series - Stacking lugs, 4/0 Stranded, 250 kcmil Compact, 4/0 ACSR. Installing dies TX, 76, 249, 840-845, 11A. Length 6-1/8 inch. Pad 1-7/32 inch wide x 3 inch long x 19/64 inch thick. (2) 9/16 inch holes on 1-3/4 inch center. Barrel 2-1/16 inch long x 29/32 inch outside Diameter. Oxide Inhibitor, Pink Cap. Dual Rated for use with Aluminum and Copper Conductors.

SASL 4/0 N

Aluminum Two-Hole Lugs - common die series - Stacking lugs, 4/0 Stranded, 250 kcmil Compact, 4/0 ACSR. Installing dies TX, 76, 249, 840-845, 11A. Length 6-1/8 inch. Pad 1-7/32 inch wide x 3 inch long x 19/64 inch thick. (2) 9/16 inch holes on 1-3/4 inch center. Barrel 2-1/16 inch long x 29/32 inch outside Diameter. Oxide Inhibitor, Pink Cap. Dual Rated for use with Aluminum and Copper Conductors.
Aluminum Compression One-Hole NEMA Lug - Wire Range 1/0 Stranded - Compressed - ACSR, 2/0 Compact. Installing Dies TU, 52, BG, 243, 5/8, CSA22. Length 3-1/8 inch. Pad 57/64 inch wide x 1-5/16 inch x 7/32 inch thick. (1) 9/16 inch Diameter Hole. Barrel 1-3/8 inch. Oxide Inhibitor. Yellow Cap. For use with 1/2 inch bolts. Dual Rated for Aluminum and Copper Conductors

SA 1/0-48

Aluminum Compression One-Hole NEMA Lug - Wire Range 1/0 Stranded - Compressed - ACSR, 2/0 Compact. Installing Dies TU, 52, BG, 243, 5/8, CSA22. Length 3-1/8 inch. Pad 57/64 inch wide x 1-5/16 inch x 7/32 inch thick. (1) 9/16 inch Diameter Hole. Barrel 1-3/8 inch. Oxide Inhibitor. Yellow Cap. For use with 1/2 inch bolts. Dual Rated for Aluminum and Copper Conductors
Aluminum Two-hole Lugs - Straight Lug, Aluminum or Copper Conductors. 2/0 Compressed, 2/0 (6/1) ACSR, 2/0 Stranded, 3/0 Solid, 3/0 Compact. Installing Dies TX, 76, 249, 840, 845, 11A, CSA 24. Length 6 inch. Pad 1-1/4 inch wide x 3-3/8 inch long x 21/64 inch thick. (2) 9/16 inch diameter holes on1-3/4 inch centers. Barrel 2 inch long - filled with Oxide Inhibitor and Gray Capped.

SA 2/0 N

Aluminum Two-hole Lugs - Straight Lug, Aluminum or Copper Conductors. 2/0 Compressed, 2/0 (6/1) ACSR, 2/0 Stranded, 3/0 Solid, 3/0 Compact. Installing Dies TX, 76, 249, 840, 845, 11A, CSA 24. Length 6 inch. Pad 1-1/4 inch wide x 3-3/8 inch long x 21/64 inch thick. (2) 9/16 inch diameter holes on1-3/4 inch centers. Barrel 2 inch long - filled with Oxide Inhibitor and Gray Capped.
Aluminum Two-Hole Lugs - common die series - straight lugs, Wire Size #2 Stranded - Compressed, #2 and #1 Compact, #1 Solid, installing dies TU, 52, BG, 243, 5/8, CSA 22. Length 5-1/4 inch. Pad 7/8 inch wide x 3-1/4 inch long. (2) 9/16 inch diameter holes on 1-3/4 inch center. Barrel 1-1/2 inch. Dual Rated for Aluminum and Copper Conductors

SA 3 N

Aluminum Two-Hole Lugs - common die series - straight lugs, Wire Size #2 Stranded - Compressed, #2 and #1 Compact, #1 Solid, installing dies TU, 52, BG, 243, 5/8, CSA 22. Length 5-1/4 inch. Pad 7/8 inch wide x 3-1/4 inch long. (2) 9/16 inch diameter holes on 1-3/4 inch center. Barrel 1-1/2 inch. Dual Rated for Aluminum and Copper Conductors
Aluminum Compression One-Hole NEMA Lug, Aluminum or Copper Conductors. - Wire Range 2/0 Stranded - Compressed, 2/0 (6/1) ACSR, 3/0 Compact - Solid. Installing Dies TX, 76, 249, 840, 845, 11A. Length 3-1/4 inch. Pad 1-1/4 inch wide x 1-3/8 inch x 11/32 inch thick. (1) 9/16 inch Diameter Hole. Barrel 1-23/64 inch. Oxide Inhibitor. Gray Cap. For use with 1/2 inch bolts.

SA 2/0-48

Aluminum Compression One-Hole NEMA Lug, Aluminum or Copper Conductors. - Wire Range 2/0 Stranded - Compressed, 2/0 (6/1) ACSR, 3/0 Compact - Solid. Installing Dies TX, 76, 249, 840, 845, 11A. Length 3-1/4 inch. Pad 1-1/4 inch wide x 1-3/8 inch x 11/32 inch thick. (1) 9/16 inch Diameter Hole. Barrel 1-23/64 inch. Oxide Inhibitor. Gray Cap. For use with 1/2 inch bolts.

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