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Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Connection Type:
- Compression
- Country Of Origin:
- Mexico (MX)
- Insulation Material:
- None
- Number Of Conductors:
- 2
- Product Group:
- Wire & Cable Management
- Product Type:
- H-Type Compression Tap Connector
- Selling Unit Of Measure:
- each
- Standards:
- RUS Accepted. Complies with ANSI C119.4 Specifications
- Temperature Range:
- up to 90 °C
- Type2:
- Wire connectors
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Subgroup:
- Connectors
- Product Size:
- Length 4-3/4 inch
- Installation Category:
- None
Blackburn WR969 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What conductor sizes does the Blackburn WR969 H-tap connector take?
The WR969 is built for a 795 to 477 kcmil run conductor with a 556 to 300 kcmil tap. Both sides are aluminum-bodied, so it handles aluminum conductors in that range. If your run or tap falls outside those kcmil windows, you need a different H-tap size - compression taps are sized tightly and an out-of-range conductor will not compress correctly.
2) Does the Blackburn WR969 H-tap meet utility specs for distribution work?
It is RUS accepted and complies with ANSI C119.4, which is the standard governing separable insulated connector systems and connector performance for these taps. That is the pair of acceptances most utility and co-op engineering departments look for on a distribution tap.
3) Is the WR969 an insulated connector or does it need covering after crimping?
It is a bare compression tap with no insulation on the body, so on any energized application you cover it afterward with a separate insulating cover or tape system suited to the voltage. Plan that material into the job.
4) Does an H-type compression tap need a crimp tool, or can it be bolted?
H-type means compression only. The connector body is crimped around the run and tap with a hydraulic compression tool and the correct die - there are no bolts or set screws. If you want a mechanical connection you can install with a wrench and re-open later, you want a bolted tap or a split-bolt instead, not this.
5) Can I use an aluminum H-tap like the Blackburn WR969 on copper conductors?
The WR969 is an aluminum H-type compression tap sized for 795-477 run and 556-300 tap. Aluminum bodies of this style are commonly used AL-to-AL. For a copper run or tap, specify a connector rated for that combination rather than assuming this one covers it - the rating is what governs, not the fit.
6) What operating temperature can this aluminum compression tap connector handle?
Rated up to 90 degrees C, which lines it up with 90 C rated conductor insulation systems. Nothing about the connector itself will be the limiting element on a 90 C cable run.
7) How long is the Blackburn WR969 connector, and will it fit in my tight enclosure or between phases?
Length is 4-3/4 inches. That is the figure to check against pole-top clearance, phase spacing, or a cabinet gutter before you commit - the crimp die and tool head need room beyond the connector body as well.
8) How many conductors does the Blackburn WR969 H-tap join?
Two - one run and one tap. It is a single-tap connector, so a second tap off the same run needs a second connector placed further along the conductor.
9) Is the WR969 sold individually or in a bag?
Sold each, so order the exact count you need for the job. Stocking a few spares is normal practice since a mis-crimped compression tap has to be cut out and replaced.
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Does the Blackburn WR969 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Blackburn WR969 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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