ABB - Installation Products SSL 500 - Storm Safe Breakaway Link - 500 Pound Break Force. 304 Stainless Steel. Length 3-53/64 inch, Width 3/4 inch. Packaged (2) bags of 5 with Instruction Sheet, Total of 10 Links to a box.
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SSL 500

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Overview

The ABB Storm Safe Breakaway Link (SKU: SSL 500) from ABB Installation Products is engineered for critical safety applications where controlled release is paramount. This breakaway link is constructed from durable 304 stainless steel, ensuring corrosion resistance and longevity in demanding environments. With a robust 500-pound break force rating, it is designed to safely disconnect components under excessive stress, preventing damage to more critical infrastructure or equipment. Each link measures 3-53/64 inches in length and 3/4 inch in width, providing a compact yet strong connection point. The SSL 500 is conveniently packaged in boxes containing two bags of five links each, totaling 10 links per box, and includes an instruction sheet for straightforward installation. This product is ideal for applications requiring a reliable safety mechanism that will yield at a predetermined load, safeguarding valuable assets and personnel. Its stainless steel construction makes it suitable for outdoor or corrosive industrial settings. The UNSPSC code for this product is 39121447. When a controlled failure point is necessary to protect your system, the ABB Storm Safe Breakaway Link offers a dependable solution.
  • 500 Pound Break Force for controlled release
  • Constructed from durable 304 Stainless Steel
  • Dimensions: 3-53/64 inch Length, 3/4 inch Width
  • Packaged 10 links per box (2 bags of 5)
  • Includes Instruction Sheet for easy installation

Specifications

Finish
Bare
Insulation
No
Material
304 Stainless Steel
Material
Stainless Steel
Size
3-53/64" Length x 3/4" Width
Special Features
500 Pound Break Force. Total 10 per Box
Standard
ANSI C119.4
Type
Storm Safe Breakaway Link
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)
0.0180 L
Package Weight (Metric)
0.0082 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the break force of the ABB Storm Safe Breakaway Link?

The ABB Storm Safe Breakaway Link has a break force of 500 pounds.

What material is the Storm Safe Breakaway Link made from?

The Storm Safe Breakaway Link is constructed from 304 stainless steel.

What are the dimensions of the SSL 500 breakaway link?

The SSL 500 breakaway link measures 3-53/64 inches in length and 3/4 inch in width.

How are the ABB Storm Safe Breakaway Links packaged?

The links are packaged in boxes containing two bags of five links each, for a total of 10 links per box.

How to Re-connect a Multi-Service Entrance Disconnect System

This guide provides instructions for safely re-connecting multiple hot legs and the neutral pin to a service entrance disconnect system, including the proper use of insulating rockets.

Estimated time: 15m

Tools needed:

Insulating gloves

Supplies needed:

Neutral pin, Hot leg pins, Flood Seal® insulating rockets, Contact block

  1. Observe Safety Precautions

    Before beginning, ensure you follow standard safety practices for energized circuits. Wear insulating gloves rated to the appropriate voltage when working on live conductors. Confirm the contact block is not under load before making connections to the service to avoid danger of electric shock.

  2. Connect the Neutral Pin

    Insert the neutral pin into the center row of the contact block. This row is identified with a white marker. The neutral body is oversized and cannot be incorrectly inserted into a hot leg tower.

  3. Connect Hot Leg Pins and Apply Insulation

    Insert one of the hot leg pins into one of the outer contact block towers. Immediately slide the Flood Seal® insulating rocket over the connected tower. Do not use silicone grease with the insulating rockets.

  4. Complete Remaining Hot Leg Connections

    Repeat the process of inserting hot leg pins into the remaining outer contact block towers and sliding Flood Seal® insulating rockets over them for all other services requiring re-connection.

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