Burndy UCG28RS Aluminum Alloy Parallel Groove Clamp Connector

Burndy UCG28RS Aluminum Alloy Parallel Groove Clamp Connector

The Burndy UCG28RS is a multiple-purpose parallel groove clamp engineered from high strength, high conductivity aluminum alloy for reliable mechanical bolted connections in utility overhead and underground distribution systems. This versatile connector accommodates a wide conductor range, including 1/0-4/0 AWG stranded copper/aluminum or ACSR conductors on Side A and 6-4/0 AWG stranded copper/aluminum conductors on Side B, making it suitable for a broad range of tap and splice applications on distribution lines. Hardware is designed for one- or two-wrench installation and is rated for an installation torque of 250 in-lbs, helping installers achieve a consistent, secure connection in the field.

Key Features

• Conductor Range: Accommodates 1/0-4/0 AWG stranded copper/aluminum or ACSR conductors on Side A and 6-4/0 AWG stranded copper/aluminum conductors on Side B.
• Durable Construction: Made from high strength, high conductivity aluminum alloy for long service life and dependable electrical conductivity.
• Bolted Connection: Parallel groove clamp hardware allows for one- or two-wrench installation, simplifying assembly in the field.
• Installation Torque: Rated for 250 in-lbs installation torque to help ensure a secure, consistent connection.
• Multi-Purpose Design: Engineered to join dissimilar conductor types and sizes within a single fitting, reducing the number of connector SKUs required on a job.
• Bolt Size: 1/2-Inch hardware for compatibility with standard installation tooling.

Technical Specifications

• Conductor Range: 4/0-AWG
• Product Type: Mechanical
• Side A Conductor Range: 1/0-4/0 AWG Stranded Copper/Aluminum or ACSR
• Side B Conductor Range: 6-4/0 AWG Stranded Copper/Aluminum
• Bolt Size: 1/2-Inch
• Installation Torque: 250 in-lbs
• Material: High Strength, High Conductivity Aluminum Alloy

Typical Applications

• Utility Overhead and Underground Distribution Systems
• Mechanical Bolted Tap Connections
• Parallel Groove Splicing of Stranded Copper/Aluminum and ACSR Conductors
• Grounding and Bonding of Distribution Conductors
• Power Line Construction, Maintenance, and Repair

Why Burndy?

Burndy is a trusted name in utility-grade electrical connectors, and the UCG28RS parallel groove clamp reflects that standard with its high strength, high conductivity aluminum alloy construction and a precise 250 in-lbs installation torque specification. Built to handle a broad conductor range across both stranded copper/aluminum and ACSR conductor types, this clamp gives utility and line crews the versatility and dependable, code-conscious performance needed for demanding overhead and underground distribution work.