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Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Country Of Origin:
- India (IN)
- Product Group:
- Wire & Cable Management
- Product Type:
- Center-Bolt Parallel-Groove Hot-Tap Clamp
- Selling Unit Of Measure:
- each
- Tap Size:
- 2/0 STR AWG#8 SOL AWG
- Type2:
- Electrical taps
- Voltage Rating:
- 35 kV
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Subgroup:
- Tap Connectors
- Product Size:
- Width 2-3/8 inch X Height 5-1/4 inch X Length 1-1/4 inch
- Product Material:
- Copper
Blackburn PGH3 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What conductor sizes does the Blackburn PGH3 hot tap clamp accept?
The PGH3 parallel groove clamp is rated for a run/tap range of 2/0 stranded down to #8 solid AWG. If your tap conductor is smaller than #8 or your run is larger than 2/0, you need a different clamp size in the parallel-groove line.
2) Can the PGH3 clamp be used on medium voltage cable?
It carries a 35 kV voltage rating, so it covers low voltage work and medium voltage distribution taps up to 35 kV. Insulating or re-jacketing the completed tap is a separate part of the job, not included with the clamp.
3) Is the Blackburn PGH3 copper or aluminum, and can I use it on aluminum conductors?
The PGH3 is a copper-bodied clamp, so it is intended for copper-to-copper connections. For aluminum runs or mixed copper-to-aluminum taps you want a bimetallic or aluminum-bodied parallel groove clamp instead, since a bare copper body against aluminum invites galvanic corrosion.
4) How much room do I need in the enclosure or on the pole for a PGH3 tap clamp?
Plan on a footprint of 2-3/8 x 5-1/4 x 1-1/4 inches for the clamp body. That is the space you need for the assembled clamp plus enough clearance around the center bolt to get a wrench on it.
5) What is a center-bolt parallel-groove hot tap clamp used for instead of a compression connector?
A center-bolt parallel groove clamp like the PGH3 lays the run and tap conductors side by side in grooves and clamps them with a single bolt, so it goes on with hand tools and can be taken back off or re-tensioned later. A compression tap is permanent and needs a hydraulic or battery crimper with the right die. Choose the bolted clamp for taps you may want to move, service, or add to; choose compression where you want a sealed, non-reversible joint.
6) Does the Blackburn PGH3 come as a single clamp or in a bag of multiples?
It sells as each, one clamp per unit, so order one per tap point. Count your taps rather than assuming a kit quantity.
7) What is the manufacturer part number for the Blackburn 2/0-8 copper parallel groove clamp?
Order it as Blackburn PGH3. That is the copper parallel groove hot tap clamp covering 2/0 stranded through #8 solid.
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Does the Blackburn PGH3 come with a warranty?
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