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Burndy CRIMPIT Copper C-Tap Compression Connector, Thin Wall
Model: BUR-P470304
Burndy CRIMPIT™ Copper C-Tap Compression Connector, Thin WallThe Burndy CRIMPIT™ Copper C-Tap Compression Connector is a Type YC-L thin-wall connector engineered for run and tap conductor splicing in...
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Burndy YCHC2TC2 CRIMPIT Copper Compression C-Tap Connector, Tin-Plated
The Burndy YCHC2TC2 is a CRIMPIT™ copper compression C-tap connector built to join a 2-6 AWG main run conductor to a 2-6 AWG first tap and an 8-14 AWG second tap in a single compression termination. As a run/tap style connector, it allows an electrician to splice a continuous main conductor while simultaneously branching off two separate tap conductors of different gauges from the same connection point. Manufactured from copper with a tin-plated finish, the YCHC2TC2 is engineered to deliver a secure, low-resistance electrical connection for demanding commercial and industrial power distribution work.
Key Features
- Conductor Range: Main run accepts 2-6 AWG copper conductor, Tap 1 accepts 2-6 AWG, and Tap 2 accepts 8-14 AWG, giving installers flexibility to combine mixed conductor sizes at a single tap point.
- Durable Copper Construction: The connector body is made from copper, providing excellent electrical conductivity and long-term mechanical and electrical reliability under load.
- Compression C-Tap Design: Configured as a C-tap compression connector with a Die Index of C, ensuring the correct compression tool and die combination produces a secure, repeatable crimp every time.
- Run/Tap Configuration: Classified as a Run/Tap product type, allowing a continuous main conductor to pass through while supporting two independent tap connections in one fitting.
- Tin-Plated Finish: The copper connector is tin-plated to help resist corrosion and maintain stable, low-resistance electrical contact over the life of the installation.
- CRIMPIT™ Trade Name: The YCHC2TC2 is part of Burndy's CRIMPIT™ family of compression connectors, identifying it within Burndy's broader compression connector lineup.
Technical Specifications
- Conductor Range: 6-2-AWG
- Die Index: C
- Product Type: Run/Tap
- Trade Name: CRIMPIT™
- PDF: Spec Sheet: https://hubbellcdn.com/specsheet/BRDY-YCHC2TC2-SPEC-EN.pdf
Typical Applications
- Commercial and Industrial Electrical Installations
- Branch Circuit and Run/Tap Conductor Connections
- Copper Conductor Splicing and Tapping
- Panelboard and Power Distribution Wiring
- Electrical Contractor and Maintenance Applications
Why Burndy?
Burndy copper compression connectors like the YCHC2TC2 are built with a clearly defined conductor range and Die Index so installers can match the correct compression tool and die for a consistent, repeatable crimp. The tin-plated copper construction supports a durable, corrosion-resistant, low-resistance connection, while the CRIMPIT™ compression design and run/tap configuration make the YCHC2TC2 well suited to professional, code-compliant electrical work where a main conductor must be spliced and tapped in a single, reliable connector.
Manufacturer Resources
Spec Sheet
Product Specs
- list_batch:
- BURNDY-20260915
- Wire Size:
- 6-2-AWG
- Termination Method:
- Compression
- Die Index:
- C
- Product Type:
- Tap Connector
- Trade Name:
- CRIMPIT™
- Product Material:
- Copper
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Subgroup:
- Lugs & Terminals
- Product Group:
- Wire Connectors & Terminals
Burndy YCHC2TC2 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What wire sizes does the Burndy YCHC2TC2 C-tap connector accept?
The YCHC2TC2 takes a 2-6 AWG copper main run conductor, a 2-6 AWG first tap, and an 8-14 AWG second tap in one compression termination. That mixed-gauge arrangement is the point of it: you can splice a continuous main and branch two different conductor sizes off the same connection. If both of your taps are heavy, or both are small, it is the wrong number in the CRIMPIT line for the job.
2) Which die do I need to crimp a Burndy YCHC2TC2?
Die Index C. Set your compression tool with the matching C die for this connector, and the crimp is repeatable every time. Wrong die index means an out-of-spec crimp, so this is the value to check before you get on the lift.
3) Can I use this C-tap on aluminum conductors?
No. The YCHC2TC2 body is copper with a tin-plated finish and is built for copper conductors. Aluminum or copper-to-aluminum transitions need a connector rated for that combination, not this one.
4) Should I use a C-tap connector or a split bolt for tapping a main run?
A C-tap like the YCHC2TC2 is a compression termination: you crimp it once with the correct die and the joint is done, with no bolt torque to check and nothing to loosen under thermal cycling. A split bolt is mechanical and re-openable but has to be torqued and taped. Where you want a permanent, repeatable tap in a panelboard or power distribution run, the compression C-tap is the one to spec. Where you may need to break the connection later, choose a mechanical connector instead.
5) Does the YCHC2TC2 let the main conductor pass through uncut?
Yes, it is a run/tap style connector, so the continuous main run conductor seats in the connector while two independent taps come off the same point. You are not cutting and re-splicing the main to get a branch.
6) Why is this connector tin-plated instead of bare copper?
The tin plating on the copper body resists corrosion and helps hold a stable, low-resistance contact over the life of the connection. That matters in damp, outdoor, or industrial environments where bare copper would oxidize at the interface.
7) What is the exact Burndy part number to order for this tin-plated C-tap?
Burndy YCHC2TC2, part of the CRIMPIT family of compression connectors. That single part number covers the copper, tin-plated C-tap with the 2-6 AWG main, 2-6 AWG tap and 8-14 AWG tap arrangement.
8) Do I need any extra hardware or tape to finish a YCHC2TC2 connection?
The connector itself is the termination; once crimped with a C die there is no separate hardware to add. Insulation of the completed joint is still down to your installation method and local code, the same as any bare compression connector. The connector ships as the copper, tin-plated body only.
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Absolutely. The Burndy YCHC2TC2 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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