ABB - Installation Products TA256 - Male Tab Coupler Disconnect Bolt Hole #6 Tab Size .250 x .032 45 Degree Angle One Way
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TA256

UPC: 786210822013


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Overview

The ABB TA256 is a male tab coupler disconnect designed for electrical connections. This component features a bolt hole sized for #6 fasteners, ensuring secure mounting. The tab dimensions are .250 inches by .032 inches, providing a standard interface for mating connectors. A key design element is its 45-degree angle, facilitating specific wiring configurations and space-saving installations in control panels and electrical enclosures. This one-way disconnect allows for controlled circuit interruption or connection. Manufactured by ABB - Installation Products, the TA256 falls under UNSPSC code 39121447, indicating its classification within electrical connectors and components. Its construction is intended for reliable electrical conductivity and mechanical integrity in industrial settings. The specific application context for this angled coupler would involve situations requiring precise cable routing or where space is a constraint, allowing electricians and technicians to achieve efficient and organized wiring layouts. The ABB TA256 offers a direct solution for creating or breaking electrical circuits with a defined tab size and mounting requirement.
  • Male tab coupler disconnect
  • Bolt hole size: #6
  • Tab size: .250 x .032 inches
  • 45-degree angle for specific routing
  • One-way disconnect functionality

Specifications

Connection Type
Male Tab Coupler
Finish
Tin Plated
Mounting Type
Bolt Hole
Series
TA
Size
#6 Tab Size .250 x .032
Standard
UL E66716
Type
Nylon Insulated Male Disconnect
Package Dimensions (L x W x H)
3.5 IN x 3 IN x 3 IN
Package Dimensions (L x W x H)
8.89 cm x 7.62 cm x 7.62 cm
Package Weight (Imperial)
0.0300 L
Package Weight (Metric)
0.0140 kg
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