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Burndy UC25R2RS Tapit Parallel Groove Clamp, Aluminum Alloy
The Burndy UC25R2RS Tapit parallel groove clamp is a mechanical bolted tap connector engineered from high-strength, high-conductivity aluminum alloy. The clamp body is properly proportioned to minimize stress corrosion and deterioration from galvanic action, making it well suited for mixed-metal copper and aluminum conductor taps in utility overhead and underground distribution systems. Rated for 8-AWG conductor connections and installed with a 1/2" wrench, this Tapit-series mechanical connector delivers a dependable, code-compliant tap connection for demanding utility and industrial electrical work.
Key Features
- Aluminum Alloy Construction: High strength, high conductivity aluminum alloy body engineered to minimize stress corrosion and deterioration caused by galvanic action between dissimilar metals.
- Conductor Range: Accepts 8-AWG conductors, with Groove A rated for 8-AWG Solid through 1/0-AWG Strand and Groove B rated for 8-AWG Solid through 2-AWG Strand, in copper or aluminum.
- Copper/Aluminum Compatibility: Dual-rated parallel grooves support both copper and aluminum conductor material, giving installers flexibility for mixed-metal mechanical tap connections.
- Parallel Groove (Tapit) Design: Bolted mechanical tap connector configuration engineered for making secure parallel taps on overhead and underground distribution conductors.
- Wrench Size: Installs with a 1/2" wrench, allowing straightforward field torqueing without specialized tooling.
- Mechanical Connector Category: Classified as a mechanical bolted tap connector, suited for utility overhead and underground distribution applications.
Technical Specifications
- Conductor Range: 8-AWG
- Product Material: Copper
- Series: Tapit
- Product Type: Mechanical
Typical Applications
- Utility Overhead Distribution Systems
- Underground Distribution Systems
- Mechanical Bolted Tap Connections
- Copper-to-Aluminum and Aluminum-to-Aluminum Conductor Taps
- Parallel Groove Splicing and Tapping Applications
- Utility and Industrial Electrical Maintenance Work
Why Burndy?
Burndy engineers the UC25R2RS Tapit parallel groove clamp with high-strength, high-conductivity aluminum alloy that is properly proportioned to resist stress corrosion and galvanic deterioration, giving utility and industrial electricians a dependable mechanical tap connector for overhead and underground distribution systems. With dual copper and aluminum conductor compatibility and a straightforward 1/2" wrench installation, the Tapit series is built for reliable, code-compliant mechanical connections that utility crews and electrical contractors can count on in the field.
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Product Specs
- list_batch:
- BURNDY-20260915
- Wire Size:
- 8-AWG
- Series:
- Tapit
- Product Type:
- Clamp
- Product Material:
- Copper