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Ideal Industries SpliceLine Model 42 In-Line Wire Connector Orange

Ideal Industries SpliceLine Model 42 In-Line Wire Connector Orange

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Ideal Industries SpliceLine Model 42 In-Line Wire Connector Orange Push-In Butt Splice - Jar of 300

Professional crimp-free wire splicing solution for electrical applications

The Ideal Industries SpliceLine Model 42 In-Line Wire Connector delivers reliable push-in butt splice connections with transparent polycarbonate housing for visual inspection. This orange connector features a slim design that fits through 1/2 in. knockout and provides a faster alternative to traditional butt splices. Approved for bonding and grounding applications, this solderless connector is perfect for lengthening wire in professional electrical installations.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Crimp-free, solderless push-in design: Eliminates the need for special tools while ensuring secure connections for faster installation
  • Transparent polycarbonate housing: Allows visual inspection of wire connection quality and proper insertion for enhanced reliability
  • Approved for bonding and grounding: Meets electrical code requirements for critical safety applications in residential and commercial installations
  • Slim profile fits 1/2 in. knockout: Compact design enables installation in tight spaces and standard electrical enclosures
  • Model 42 Orange identification: Color-coded system helps ensure proper connector selection and installation verification
  • Jar of 300 quantity: Bulk packaging provides cost-effective supply for contractors and maintenance professionals

Technical Specifications

  • Deparetment: Electrical
  • Product Group: Wiring Devices
  • Product Subgroup: Wiring Accessories

Professional Applications

  • Residential electrical installations and repairs
  • Commercial building wiring projects
  • Industrial maintenance and retrofit applications
  • Electrical panel and junction box connections
  • Wire extension and splicing operations
  • Bonding and grounding system installations

Why Choose Ideal Industries Quality?

Ideal Industries SpliceLine connectors provide proven reliability with transparent housing for connection verification and approval for critical bonding and grounding applications. The crimp-free, solderless design ensures consistent performance while the bulk jar packaging delivers professional value for electrical contractors and maintenance teams.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Product Subgroup:
New Ideal
Department:
Electrical
Product Group:
Wiring Devices
Product Type:
Connector

Ideal Industries 30-1042 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) What is the Ideal SpliceLine Model 42 connector used for?
The SpliceLine Model 42 is an in-line butt splice, meaning it joins two wire ends end to end rather than bundling several conductors like a twist-on wire nut. It's the connector to reach for when you need to lengthen a run of wire. Push-in, crimp-free and solderless, so no crimper or die set is needed to make it up.
2) Can I pull a SpliceLine Model 42 splice through a 1/2 inch knockout?
Yes. The orange Model 42 has a slim body specifically sized to pass through a 1/2 in. knockout, which is what lets you make the splice and then feed it into a box or enclosure instead of having to make the connection inside a cramped cavity.
3) Is the SpliceLine Model 42 approved for grounding and bonding connections?
Yes, the Model 42 in-line connector is approved for bonding and grounding applications, so it can be used on equipment grounding conductors as well as ordinary circuit splices in residential and commercial work.
4) How do I know the wire is fully seated in a SpliceLine connector?
The housing is transparent polycarbonate, so you can look through the body and see that each conductor is pushed all the way in and properly captured. That visual check is the main reason installers pick it over an opaque crimp butt splice, where you have no way to confirm the wire bottomed out.
5) What is the difference between the Ideal 30-1042 and 30-1042J?
Same orange Model 42 connector, different packaging. Order 30-1042 for the box and 30-1042J for the jar, which is the 300-count bulk jar contractors and maintenance crews usually stock on the truck.
6) Do I need a crimping tool for Ideal SpliceLine connectors?
No tools required. The Model 42 is a push-in design, so it's made up by hand with no crimper, no solder and no special die. That is the main labor difference against a traditional crimp butt splice, which needs the matching tool to be a code-compliant connection.
7) Should I use an in-line butt splice like the SpliceLine or a twist-on wire connector?
Use the SpliceLine Model 42 when you're joining two conductor ends in a straight line, typically to extend a short wire. A twist-on wire connector is the better choice when you're bundling three or more conductors together at a device or fixture. The SpliceLine's advantage is the slim in-line body that passes a 1/2 in. knockout, which a bulky twist-on cap will not.
How fast can I get the Ideal Industries 30-1042 delivered?
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Does the Ideal Industries 30-1042 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Ideal Industries 30-1042 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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