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Burndy Hylink Long Barrel Copper Compression Splice

Burndy Hylink Long Barrel Copper Compression Splice

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Burndy Hylink Long Barrel Copper Compression Splice

The Burndy Hylink long barrel copper compression splice is a heavy-duty connector family available in conductor sizes from 6 AWG through 500 kcmil, covering both smaller control conductors and large power conductors within a single product line. Every splice in the family shares a copper barrel construction with a tin-plated finish for corrosion resistance and reliable long-term conductivity. The long barrel design features an internal chamfer that allows smooth, snag-free conductor entry during installation. Rated for continuous operation at 90°C and suitable for use up to 35kV, this Hylink splice family is built for higher-voltage utility and industrial power distribution work. All sizes in the range are UL Listed and CSA Approved, meeting UL468A-468B industry standards for compression connectors.

Key Features

  • Conductor Size Range: Available from 6 AWG up to 500 kcmil to match a wide range of copper conductor applications.
  • Durable Construction: Copper barrel with a tin-plated finish across the range for corrosion resistance and dependable electrical conductivity.
  • Long Barrel, Internal Chamfer: Compression-style long barrel with an internal chamfer for smooth conductor insertion on every size.
  • Voltage Rating: Rated for use up to 35kV, with a 600V minimum voltage rating, supporting higher-voltage applications throughout the family.
  • Temperature Rating: Rated for continuous operation at 90°C.
  • Termination Method: Compression termination designed for heavy-duty industrial and utility electrical connections.
  • Die Index Compatibility: Each conductor size corresponds to a specific die index and color code; consult sizing charts to match the correct compression tooling.

Certifications & Compliance

  • UL Listed
  • CSA Approved
  • Meets UL468A-468B Industry Standards

Technical Specifications

  • Product Material: Copper
  • Termination Method: Compression
  • Series: Hylink
  • Rating - Minimum Voltage: 600
  • Rating - Maximum Voltage: 35 kV
  • Application: For Heavy Duty Applications And Used At Higher Voltages Up To 35 kV
  • Sub Brand: HYLINK
  • Plated: Y
  • Plating Type: Tin - Electro Plated
  • Minimum Pack Quantity: 1
  • Certification - CSA Approved: Yes
  • UL Listed: Yes
  • Trade Name: HYLINK™
  • Standards - Industry Standards Met: UL468A-468B
  • Feature - Barrel Style: Chamfered
  • Conductor Size Range: 6 AWG to 500 kcmil
  • Product Type: Splice

Typical Applications

  • Heavy-Duty Industrial and Utility Electrical Connections
  • Higher-Voltage Power Distribution Up To 35kV
  • Copper Conductor Splicing and Termination Across a Range of Sizes
  • Commercial and Industrial Compression Connector Applications

Why Burndy?

Burndy's Hylink long barrel splice family pairs copper construction with a tin-plated, internally chamfered barrel for a reliable, code-compliant compression connection across a broad conductor size range. Backed by UL and CSA listings to UL468A-468B, the Hylink line delivers dependable performance for higher-voltage electrical work from 6 AWG through 500 kcmil.

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Manufacturer Resources

Spec Sheet

Product Specs

Wire Size:
6 AWG
Plating:
Tin Plated
Termination Method:
Compression
Series:
Hylink
Certification - UL Recognized:
No
Color Code:
Blue
Rating - Minimum Voltage:
600
Connector Type:
LONG BARREL
Sub Brand:
HYLINK
Certification - cULus:
No
Rating - KVA:
35 kV
Plated:
Y
Dimension - L Length Overall mm:
60 mm
Minimum Pack Quantity:
1
Dimension - B Length inch:
1.09 in
Product Details:
YS, Long Barrel
UPC 12 Digit:
7818105074077
Certification - CSA Approved:
Yes
UL Listed:
Yes
Dimension - Strip Length inch:
1-3/16
Plating Type:
Tin - Electro Plated
Conductor - Copper Solid Size:
6 Sol.
Trade Name:
HYLINK™
Standards - RoHS Compliance Status:
CM
UPC:
781810507407
Dimension - Length Overall inch:
2.38 in
Voltage - Maximum:
35000
Standards - Industry Standards Met:
UL468A-468B
Feature - Barrel Style:
Chamfered
Feature - Barrel Type:
Long
Industry Standard(s):
UL468A-468B
Conductor - Copper Str Size:
6 AWG
Certification - ETL:
No
Product Type:
Splice
list_batch:
BUR-20260916
Product Material:
Copper
Finish:
Tin-Plated
Voltage Rating:
35kV
Listing:
UL Listed
Standards:
UL468A-468B
Trade Size:
6 AWG - 500 kcmil
Department:
Electrical
Product Group:
Wire Connectors & Terminals
Product Subgroup:
Splice Kits

Burndy YS6C – Frequently Asked Questions

1) What wire size does the Burndy YS6C splice take?
The YS6C Hylink splice is sized for 6 AWG copper, listed for both 6 solid and 6 AWG stranded conductors. It is a same-to-same splice, so both ends take 6 AWG copper. It is not a reducing connector and it is not for aluminum.
2) Which die index do I set my crimper to for a Burndy YS6C?
Blue color code, crimped with a 7 or 374 die index. Match the die to the color code stamped on the barrel, not to the wire size alone, or the crimp will not meet the listed rating.
3) How much insulation do I strip back for the YS6C splice?
Strip 1-3/16 inches of insulation per conductor. The barrel is 2.38 inches overall with a 1.09 inch B dimension, so each conductor bottoms out about halfway; the internal chamfer guides the strands in without birdcaging.
4) Can I use this copper compression splice on a 15kV or 25kV cable?
Yes. The YS6C is rated to a maximum of 35,000 volts, with a 600V minimum rating, so it covers 600V through 35kV medium-voltage work. It is a bare metallic splice, so the joint still needs the appropriate insulating and shielding buildup or a splice kit over it.
5) Can a 3M Scotchcast 82-A3N inline resin splice kit be used in place of a Burndy YS6C compression splice?
They are different splicing methods and are not interchangeable. The Burndy YS6C is a copper compression splice that is crimped onto the conductor with a die and is rated to a maximum of 35000 volts. The 3M 82-A3N is an inline resin splice kit in the Scotchcast 82-A series, a non-shielded kit rated 1-5 kV in which the connection is encapsulated in poured resin. If the job calls for a crimped metallic barrel on 6 AWG copper, the YS6C is the correct form; if it calls for a re-insulated, resin-encapsulated inline splice at 1-5 kV, the 82-A3N kit is the form that does that.
6) Which splice should I use for a 6 AWG copper conductor at 25 kV?
The Burndy YS6C Hylink long barrel splice is the one rated for that voltage; it carries a 35000 volt maximum rating and is sized for 6 AWG copper. The 3M 82-A3N Scotchcast inline resin splice kit is rated 1-5 kV, so it falls below a 25 kV application. Note that the YS6C is the metallic connection only, crimped with a 7 or 374 die index, and the opening still needs its own insulation or splice covering built over it.
7) Is the Burndy YS6C UL listed for inspection purposes?
UL Listed and CSA Approved, built to UL468A-468B. Note it is not ETL, not UL Recognized, and not cULus marked, so if a spec calls out cULus specifically this part does not carry that mark.
8) Why choose a long barrel splice instead of a standard barrel?
A long barrel gives room for two or more crimps per conductor end, which is what higher-voltage and heavy-duty work generally calls for. The YS6C is the long barrel Hylink version, 2.38 inches (60 mm) overall. If you only need a low-voltage butt splice in a tight box, a short barrel takes less room.
9) Will this splice hold up in a wet or corrosive location like a pull box or handhole?
The barrel is copper with an electroplated tin finish, which slows corrosion and keeps the contact surface clean. Tin plating also means you can land it against aluminum busbar hardware without a bare copper-to-aluminum couple. It is still a bare connector, so the joint needs sealing or re-insulating for direct burial or submerged use.
10) What is the difference between the YS6C and the YS34 Hylink splice?
Same Hylink long barrel compression splice family, different conductor size. The YS6C is the 6 AWG copper version. The YS34 is the other size offered in the family, so order by model to match the conductor you are splicing, and change the die to whatever that model's color code calls for.
11) Do I need a splice kit instead of a compression connector for an underground cable repair?
They do different jobs. The YS6C makes the metallic connection only, so it is what you use inside a taped, heat-shrunk, or kit-built splice. If you need the complete insulated rebuild in one box, a resin kit like the 3M Scotchcast 82-A3N inline splice kit is the other approach for non-shielded 1-5 kV cable. Above 5 kV or on shielded cable, a compression connector plus the correct medium-voltage splice buildup is the route.
12) I need to splice 6 AWG copper in a wet underground pull box. Compression splice or resin kit?
For a buried or submerged inline splice, the 3M 82-A3N Scotchcast resin kit is built for that job - it is an inline resin splice kit, non-shielded, rated 1-5 kV, and the poured resin encapsulates the joint. The Burndy YS6C is the crimped metallic splice itself: tin electroplated copper for corrosion resistance, chamfered long barrel, 2.38 in overall. Many installers use both, crimping the YS6C and then encapsulating the joint, provided the circuit voltage is within the kit's 1-5 kV range.
13) Can I buy a single YS6C or do they only come in bags?
Minimum pack quantity is 1, so you can take one piece rather than a full bag. Handy when you just need a couple for a repair instead of stocking a box.
14) Is the YS6C rated for 90 degree C conductors?
Yes, the Hylink YS6C is rated for continuous operation at 90 degrees C, so it suits THHN, XHHW-2 and similar 90 C insulation systems without derating the connector.
15) Do I buy these splices individually or by the case?
The Burndy YS6C carries a minimum pack quantity of 1, so it can be bought as a single piece for a one-off repair. The 3M 82-A3N Scotchcast resin splice kit is packaged 10 per case, which suits crews stocking a truck for repeated underground work rather than a single joint.
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Does the Burndy YS6C come with a warranty?
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