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AL TENS DISTR COMP SPLICE 397ASCR
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:
- Compression Splice
- Selling Unit Of Measure:
- each
- Standards:
- ANSI C119.4
- Type2:
- Wire or cable compression splice
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Subgroup:
- Splices
- Product Size:
- 21-1/2 inch
- Installation Category:
- None
Blackburn RC397 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What conductor is the Blackburn RC397 compression splice made for?
The RC397 is an aluminum tension splice sized for 397.5 kcmil ASCR conductor, which is what the 397ASCR marking on the barrel refers to. It is a full-tension distribution splice, so it is intended for inline conductor runs carrying mechanical load, not for a tap or a terminal.
2) Is the Blackburn RC397 a bolted splice or does it need a compression tool?
It is a compression connector. The RC397 has to be crimped with a hydraulic compression tool and the correct die for the barrel, so there are no bolts or set screws to torque. Plan on a tool and die set on the truck before you go up.
3) How long is the Blackburn RC397 splice barrel?
21-1/2 inches overall. That length matters for two reasons: you need that much clear working room on the span to make the crimp sequence, and it tells you how much conductor slack to pull before you cut. It is a long-barrel full-tension body, not a short distribution sleeve.
4) Is the RC397 splice insulated, and can it be direct buried?
No insulation, it is a bare aluminum barrel. That makes it an overhead or enclosed-application part where the joint is either in free air or gets separately covered or taped. If you need an insulated or submersible joint, this is the wrong body.
5) How many conductors does one Blackburn RC397 splice join?
Two, one in each end of the barrel, joined inline. One RC397 makes one splice, and it is sold individually rather than in a bag or box, so order one per joint plus spares for the crew.
6) What is the exact part number to order for the Blackburn 397 ACSR compression splice?
Order Blackburn RC397. That is the manufacturer part number for the aluminum full-tension distribution compression splice for 397 ASCR conductor. The units are made in Mexico.
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Does the Blackburn RC397 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Blackburn RC397 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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