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Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Country Of Origin:
- Mexico (MX)
- Product Group:
- Wire & Cable Management
- Product Type:
- Split-Bolt
- Selling Unit Of Measure:
- each
- Standards:
- UL E9809
- Surface Finishing:
- Electro Tin-Plated
- Type2:
- Mechanical connectors
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Subgroup:
- Connectors
- Product Material:
- Copper Alloy
Blackburn 10HPW – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What wire sizes does the Blackburn 10HPW split bolt connector take?
The 10HPW covers a range from 1/0 stranded down to 6 solid, so it will tap or splice conductors anywhere inside that band. That makes it a common choice for service and feeder taps and for grounding electrode conductor connections in that size class.
2) Can the Blackburn 10HPW be used on aluminum conductors as well as copper?
Yes. It's an AL split bolt, rated for aluminum conductors, and the tin plating over the copper alloy body is what lets it sit against aluminum without the galvanic problem you get from bare copper. That also means it works for copper-to-aluminum combinations in the 1/0 stranded to 6 solid range.
3) What does the "W/SP" mean on the Blackburn 10HPW part number?
It means the connector ships with the spacer. The spacer is the separator bar that sits between the two conductors inside the bolt, and you use it when the two wires you are joining are different sizes so the smaller one is not crushed or left loose. If both conductors are the same size you can leave it out.
4) Do I need to insulate a split bolt connector like the 10HPW after I torque it down?
Yes, if the splice is in an area requiring insulation. A split bolt is a bare mechanical connector, so the 10HPW leaves live metal exposed once it is made up. Electricians finish it with rubber splicing tape and vinyl tape, or a molded split bolt cover sized to the connector. Nothing of that kind ships with the connector itself.
5) Is a split bolt the right choice, or should I use a compression connector for a 1/0 tap?
A split bolt like the 10HPW is mechanical, so it needs only a wrench and it can be taken apart later, which is why it is the standard pick for grounding taps, temporary work, and anything you may want to re-enter. A compression sleeve needs a hydraulic or battery crimper and the correct die, and it is permanent. Choose the split bolt when you want no special tooling and a reversible connection in the 1/0 stranded to 6 solid range.
6) Does the Blackburn 10HPW come as a single connector or in a box?
It is sold each, one connector per unit, so order the count you need for the job rather than a carton quantity. On a tap you typically need one per conductor connection, plus insulating tape or a cover, which is not included.
7) Where is the Blackburn 10HPW made, for a project with country of origin reporting?
Manufactured in Mexico. If you are filing origin documentation on a government or institutional job, that is the value to submit for this connector.
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Does the Blackburn 10HPW come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Blackburn 10HPW is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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