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Thomas & Betts Copper C-Tap Electrical Connector 4-12 AWG 600V

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Thomas & Betts Copper C-Tap Electrical Connector

Professional Electrical Tap Connector for Multi-Branch Wiring

The Thomas & Betts Copper C-Tap Electrical Connector delivers reliable electrical tap performance for multi-branch wiring applications. This copper electrical connector provides dependable performance designed for electrical contractors, industrial facilities, and commercial installations, offering the trusted performance and quality that professionals expect from America's established electrical infrastructure manufacturer.

Professional Features & Benefits

Superior Electrical Performance

  • Copper Construction - Provides excellent electrical conductivity and corrosion resistance for long-lasting electrical connections
  • 600V Voltage Rating - Engineered for commercial and industrial electrical systems with reliable voltage handling capacity
  • 4-12 AWG Wire Range - Accommodates multiple wire sizes for versatile electrical tap applications and branch circuit connections
  • C-Tap Design - Professional tap connector configuration for creating reliable branch connections in electrical distribution systems

Professional Installation Benefits

  • Multi-Branch Capability - Enables efficient electrical distribution with multiple branch connections from main conductors
  • UL Listed Quality - Meets rigorous electrical safety standards for professional electrical installations and code compliance
  • Contractor-Grade Construction - Built to Thomas & Betts quality standards for demanding electrical applications and long-term reliability

Technical Specifications

Product Type: C-Tap, Material: Copper, Voltage Rating: 600V, Wire Size Range: 4-12 AWG, Department: Electrical, Standards: UL E9809, Surface Finishing: Plain

Installation & Usage

  1. Verify power is disconnected and circuit is de-energized before installation
  2. Select appropriate wire sizes within the 4-12 AWG range for main and branch connections
  3. Strip conductor insulation to proper length according to connector specifications
  4. Insert main conductor and branch conductors into designated connector positions
  5. Secure connections according to manufacturer torque specifications and electrical codes
  6. Verify all connections are properly seated and tightened before energizing circuit

Professional Applications

Ideal for:

  • Commercial Electrical Systems - Branch circuit connections in office buildings, retail facilities, and commercial installations
  • Industrial Wiring Applications - Manufacturing facility electrical distribution and machinery branch connections
  • Electrical Panel Connections - Distribution panel tap connections and electrical service equipment installations
  • Branch Circuit Distribution - Creating multiple branch circuits from main electrical feeders in commercial and industrial settings
  • Electrical Contractor Applications - Professional electrical installations requiring reliable multi-branch tap connections
  • Facility Maintenance - Electrical system modifications and branch circuit additions in existing installations
  • Electrical Infrastructure - Power distribution systems and electrical service upgrades requiring tap connections
  • Code-Compliant Installations - UL listed electrical connections meeting National Electrical Code requirements

Copper Construction Advantage

Thomas & Betts selection of copper construction provides superior electrical conductivity and corrosion resistance, ensuring reliable long-term performance in demanding electrical applications. The copper material offers excellent current-carrying capacity and maintains consistent electrical connections over time.

Why Choose Thomas & Betts Quality?

With decades of established experience in electrical infrastructure solutions, Thomas & Betts maintains unwavering commitment to professional quality standards and trusted reliability for electrical contractors and facility managers. This C-Tap connector represents the proven engineering excellence and manufacturing precision that electrical professionals depend on for critical electrical connections and distribution systems.

Manufacturer Resources

Spec Sheet

Product Specs

Idea Granular Category Code Igcc:
4600 >> Electrical taps
Product Type:
Compression Tap
Selling Unit Of Measure:
each
Standards:
UL E9809
Sub Brand Label:
Color Keyed
Surface Finishing:
Plain
Tap Size:
4 to 12 AWG
Voltage Rating:
600V
Department:
Electrical
Product Material:
Copper
Product Subgroup:
Wire Connectors
Product Group:
Wire Connectors & Terminals
Country Of Origin:
United States

Thomas & Betts 54730 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Is the Thomas & Betts 54730 C-Tap a compression connector or a mechanical set-screw tap?
It's a compression tap. The 54730 copper C-Tap is crimped with a hydraulic or battery compression tool and die, not tightened with a set screw, so there is no torque spec to hit and nothing to re-tighten later. If you need a tap you can install with a wrench and no crimper, this is the wrong style of connector for you.
2) What wire sizes will the 54730 C-Tap take?
The tap range is 4 to 12 AWG, so run and branch conductors inside that window are what this connector is built for. Anything larger than 4 AWG or finer than 12 AWG needs a different C-tap size.
3) Can I use this C-Tap on aluminum conductors?
No. The 54730 is a copper-bodied tap intended for copper conductors. Aluminum runs need an aluminum or dual-rated connector, such as the Burndy YHD Series aluminum compression line tap. Mixing a copper connector onto aluminum wire invites galvanic corrosion at the joint.
4) What is the difference between the Thomas & Betts 54730 C-Tap and the Burndy YHD compression line tap?
The material is the main dividing line. The Thomas & Betts 54730 C-Tap is a copper compression tap rated 600V, sized for 4 to 12 AWG taps and sold each. The Burndy YHD series is an aluminum compression line tap connector. Copper bodies pair with copper conductors in commercial and industrial branch work, while the aluminum YHD body is the choice where an aluminum-bodied line tap is specified. Match the connector body to the conductor metal and to whatever the drawing or utility standard calls out.
5) Is the 54730 C-Tap rated for 600 volt branch circuit work?
Yes, it carries a 600V rating, which covers normal commercial and industrial power and lighting branch circuits. It is UL listed under file E9809. For medium voltage splicing you need a connector specifically rated for that class.
6) What does Color Keyed mean on this Thomas & Betts C-Tap?
Color Keyed is the T&B compression system: each connector carries a color that tells you which matching color-coded die to install it with. Getting the die right is what makes the crimp a listed connection, so order the tap and the die as a pair rather than guessing from the barrel size.
7) Does this C-Tap come with any insulating cover, or do I have to tape and insulate it myself?
The finish is plain, uninsulated copper, so the crimped joint has to be insulated in the field with tape, a cold shrink, or a snap-on cover sized for the connector. Plan that material into the job; it isn't part of the connector.
8) When should I use a C-Tap instead of a split bolt or a mechanical lug for a branch tap?
A C-tap is the choice when you want a permanent, maintenance-free tap off a run conductor: the copper C body wraps run and branch and is compressed into one solid mass, so there is nothing to loosen and nothing to re-torque during inspections. Split bolts and set-screw lugs are better where the connection has to be opened again later or where no crimp tool is available on site.
9) Can the Burndy YHD line tap be used in place of a Thomas & Betts 54730 copper C-Tap?
They are not interchangeable as a like-for-like swap. The 54730 is a copper-bodied compression C-Tap in the Color Keyed family, rated 600V and dimensioned for 4 to 12 AWG taps, so it takes the matching Color Keyed die and nest. The Burndy YHD is an aluminum compression line tap in its own series with its own tooling and die index. Substituting changes both the connector metal and the crimp tooling required, so confirm the conductor material and the dies on the truck before ordering either one.
10) Is the Thomas & Betts 54730 C-Tap sold individually or only in boxes?
It's sold each, so you can buy the exact count a job needs instead of a full carton. The part is made in the United States.
How fast can I get the Thomas & Betts 54730 delivered?
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Does the Thomas & Betts 54730 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Thomas & Betts 54730 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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