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#16--#14 Wire Term 250QDC Male
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Product Specs
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Group:
- Wire Connectors & Terminals
- Product Subgroup:
- Lugs & Terminals
- Product Type:
- Male Disconnect
Metallics MQDC1614M – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What wire size does the Metallics MQDC1614M quick disconnect terminal accept?
The MQDC1614M is sized for #16 through #14 stranded or solid copper conductors. Anything heavier than #14 or lighter than #16 needs a different barrel size, since the crimp barrel will not grip properly outside that range.
2) Is the MQDC1614M the male or female half of a 250 quick disconnect pair?
It is the male half, the flat .250 inch tab that slides into a female 250 quick disconnect sleeve. If you need the receiving side for the same #16-#14 wire range, order the female version instead; two male terminals will not mate.
3) Will a 250 series male quick disconnect terminal plug into a standard 1/4 inch spade receptacle on a motor or appliance?
Yes. A 250 QDC male is the common 1/4 inch tab format used on motors, switches, blower assemblies and HVAC controls, so it mates with any female 1/4 inch quick disconnect sleeve. The MQDC1614M gives you that tab on a #16-#14 crimp barrel, which is the usual control and low current branch wiring size.
4) Do I need a special crimper for the MQDC1614M terminal?
Use a standard insulated terminal crimper set for the #16-#14 range. The barrel is sized for that gauge band, so the matching die on a common electrician's crimp tool seats it correctly. Pliers will not give a reliable mechanical or electrical connection on a quick disconnect tab that gets plugged and unplugged.
5) What is the manufacturer part number for the Metallics #16-#14 male 250 quick disconnect?
Metallics part number MQDC1614M. The MQDC prefix covers the quick disconnect line, 1614 is the #16-#14 wire range, and the M designates the male tab.
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