Panduit GCC6X6500-250 - The GCC6X6500-250 Compression Connector Tap provides high-strength and premium electrical properties. It is suitable for use with solid and stranded copper code conductors. Used for tapping conductor to conductor and conductor to ground rod and rebar applications. Use with copper clad, solid copper and stainless steel ground rod types. UL 486A-486B up to for 35kV for power applications temp rated 90C. Designed to enhance crimp process meeting IEEE STD 837 - 2002 and REV 2014. cULus Listed to UL 467 for direct burial in earth and concrete.<CRLF>
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GCC6X6500-250

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Overview

The Panduit GCC6X6500-250 is a high-strength compression connector tap designed for robust grounding and bonding applications. Engineered by Panduit, this SKU (GCC6X6500-250) offers premium electrical properties, making it suitable for a wide range of conductor types. It is specifically designed to work with solid and stranded copper code conductors, facilitating conductor-to-conductor connections, as well as conductor-to-ground rod and rebar applications. The connector is compatible with copper clad, solid copper, and stainless steel ground rod types, providing significant application flexibility. Its design enhances the crimp process, meeting IEEE Std 837 - 2002 and REV 2014 standards, ensuring a reliable and secure connection. The GCC6X6500-250 is UL 486A-486B listed for power applications up to 35kV and is temperature rated for 90°C. Furthermore, it is cULus Listed to UL 467 for direct burial in earth and concrete, offering peace of mind for underground installations. The connector features a wide wire range-taking capability, accommodating main conductors from 250-500 kcmil (150-240 mm²) and tap conductors from 2 AWG SOL to 250 kcmil (35-120 mm²). It is designed for ground rods with a size range of 1/2 – 3/4 inches (12.7 – 19.1 mm) and rebar sizes from 5/8 – 3/4 inches (15.87 – 19.05 mm). The blue color code and CD-930G-500 die index number ensure proper tool and die selection for optimal crimping. Panduit's innovative design includes a slotted feature for quick and easy conductor assembly with included cable ties, and pre-applied conductive antioxidant compound for a high-quality mechanical and electrical bond, expediting installation. The connector complies with vibration tests per MIL-STD-202G (METHOD 201A) and is not rated for use with galvanized ground rods and/or galvanized cable. This grounding connector is an essential component for ensuring system integrity and safety in power distribution and grounding infrastructure.
  • High-strength design for premium electrical performance.
  • Suitable for solid and stranded copper code conductors.
  • Used for conductor-to-conductor, conductor-to-ground rod, and rebar applications.
  • UL 486A-486B listed up to 35kV for power applications, 90°C rated.
  • cULus Listed to UL 467 for direct burial in earth and concrete.

Specifications

Application
Utility/Ground Grid
Clamp Material
Copper
Color
Blue
Connection Type
Compression
Length
1.32 in
Length
33.528 mm
Material
Copper
Series
GCC6X6500
Standard
IEEE Std 837 2002 UL 467 Listed and CSA 22.2 Certified
Type
Compression Tap
Voltage Rating
35 kV
Package Dimensions (L x W x H)
9 IN x 8 IN x 1 IN
Package Weight (Imperial)
1 lbs
The FIG6-500-2/0 Compression Connector Tap provides high-strength and premium electrical properties. It is suitable for use with solid and stranded copper Code conductors. Used for tapping conductor to conductor and conductor to ground rod and rebar applications and with copper clad, solid copper and stainless steel ground rod types. Meets UL486A-486B up to for 35kV for power applications temp rated 90C. Meets cULus Listed to UL 467 for direct burial in earth and concrete.

FIG6-500-2/0

The FIG6-500-2/0 Compression Connector Tap provides high-strength and premium electrical properties. It is suitable for use with solid and stranded copper Code conductors. Used for tapping conductor to conductor and conductor to ground rod and rebar applications and with copper clad, solid copper and stainless steel ground rod types. Meets UL486A-486B up to for 35kV for power applications temp rated 90C. Meets cULus Listed to UL 467 for direct burial in earth and concrete.
The CTAPR250-2/0-6 Compression Connector Tap provides high-strength and premium electrical properties. It is suitable for use with solid and stranded copper Code conductors. Used for tapping conductor to conductor and conductor to ground rod applications. UL listed per UL486 for use suitable for direct burial in earth and concrete. UL 486A-486B Listed for wire to wire power applications up to 36 Kv and temperature rated 90C with select Panduit or industry standard crimp tools and crimp dies.

CTAPR250-2/0-6

The CTAPR250-2/0-6 Compression Connector Tap provides high-strength and premium electrical properties. It is suitable for use with solid and stranded copper Code conductors. Used for tapping conductor to conductor and conductor to ground rod applications. UL listed per UL486 for use suitable for direct burial in earth and concrete. UL 486A-486B Listed for wire to wire power applications up to 36 Kv and temperature rated 90C with select Panduit or industry standard crimp tools and crimp dies.
C-type copper compression taps, type CTAP, 1/0 - 2/0 AWG Run, 1/0 - 2/0 AWG Tap, 10pc.

CTAP2/0-2/0-X

C-type copper compression taps, type CTAP, 1/0 - 2/0 AWG Run, 1/0 - 2/0 AWG Tap, 10pc.
The FIG6-500-250 Compression Connector Tap provides high-strength and premium electrical properties. It is suitable for use with solid and stranded copper Code conductors. Used for tapping conductor to conductor and conductor to ground rod and rebar applications and with copper clad, solid copper and stainless steel ground rod types. Meets UL486A-486B up to for 35kV for power applications temp rated 90C. Meets cULus Listed to UL 467 for direct burial in earth and concrete.

FIG6-500-250

The FIG6-500-250 Compression Connector Tap provides high-strength and premium electrical properties. It is suitable for use with solid and stranded copper Code conductors. Used for tapping conductor to conductor and conductor to ground rod and rebar applications and with copper clad, solid copper and stainless steel ground rod types. Meets UL486A-486B up to for 35kV for power applications temp rated 90C. Meets cULus Listed to UL 467 for direct burial in earth and concrete.
The CTAPR2-2-L Compression Connector Tap provides high-strength and premium electrical properties. It is suitable for use with solid and stranded copper Code conductors. Used for tapping conductor to conductor and conductor to ground rod applications. UL listed per UL486 for use suitable for direct burial in earth and concrete. UL 486A-486B Listed for wire to wire power applications up to 36kV and temperature rated 90C with select Panduit or industry standard crimp tools and crimp dies.

CTAPR2-2-L

The CTAPR2-2-L Compression Connector Tap provides high-strength and premium electrical properties. It is suitable for use with solid and stranded copper Code conductors. Used for tapping conductor to conductor and conductor to ground rod applications. UL listed per UL486 for use suitable for direct burial in earth and concrete. UL 486A-486B Listed for wire to wire power applications up to 36kV and temperature rated 90C with select Panduit or industry standard crimp tools and crimp dies.

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