ABB - Installation Products SSFB 500 - Mid Span Electrical Tap Storm Safe Kit, less than 1000 Volts, with Flexible Bail for Mid-Span Installations. Includes (1) Storm Safe Breakaway Link - 500 Pound Break Force. 304 Stainless Steel. Length 3-53/64 inch, Width 3/4 inch, (1) Clevis Pin - Aluminum 1-35/64 inch with Inside 'U' Radius of 7/32 inch, and (1) Bail - Plastic Jacketed Steel Aircraft Cable 3/32 inch Diameter 7 x 7.
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SSFB 500

UPC: 075114301848


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Overview

The ABB Installation Products SSFB 500 Mid Span Electrical Tap Storm Safe Kit is designed for secure and reliable electrical connections in overhead power distribution systems, operating at voltages less than 1000 Volts. This kit facilitates mid-span installations with a flexible bail, ensuring ease of use and proper alignment. The core component is the Storm Safe Breakaway Link, constructed from 304 stainless steel for corrosion resistance and durability. This link features a specified break force of 500 pounds, providing a critical safety mechanism to protect infrastructure during extreme conditions. The breakaway link measures 3-53/64 inches in length and 3/4 inch in width. Included is an aluminum clevis pin, measuring 1-35/64 inches, with an inside 'U' radius of 7/32 inch, designed for secure attachment. The flexible bail is made from plastic-jacketed steel aircraft cable, with a 3/32 inch diameter and a 7x7 strand configuration, offering flexibility and strength for mid-span applications. This kit is essential for maintaining service continuity and safety in overhead electrical networks. SKU: SSFB 500. UNSPSC Code: 39121447.
  • Mid Span Electrical Tap Storm Safe Kit for <1000V applications
  • Includes 500 Pound Break Force Storm Safe Breakaway Link (304 Stainless Steel)
  • Flexible bail with plastic-jacketed steel aircraft cable for mid-span installations
  • Aluminum clevis pin with specific dimensions for secure attachment
  • Designed for reliable overhead power distribution connections

Specifications

Connection
Compression
Insulation
Yes
Material
Aluminum;Stainless Steel
Special Features
500 Pound Break Force
Type
Storm Safe Flexible Bail
Voltage Rating
Up to 1000 V
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)
0.0700 L
Package Weight (Metric)
0.0320 kg

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