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Product Specs
- Country Of Origin:
- United States (US)
- Product Subgroup:
- General Terminals
- Product Type:
- Nylon Insulated Fork Terminal
- Standards:
- UL E9809
- Voltage Rating:
- 600 V
- Wire Size:
- 12-10 AWG
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Group:
- Wire Termination
- Product Color:
- Yellow
- Product Material:
- Copper
Sta-Kon RC1163 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What wire size does the Sta-Kon RC1163 fork terminal crimp onto?
The RC1163 is sized for 12-10 AWG stranded copper conductors. The yellow nylon insulation is the standard color code for that range, so on a panel build you can tell at a glance it is the 12-10 barrel and not a 16-14 (blue) or 22-18 (red). Outside that range the crimp will not hold: a 14 AWG conductor will pull out of the barrel, and 8 AWG will not enter it.
2) Will the Sta-Kon RC1163 fit a 1/4 inch terminal screw or stud?
Yes. The RC1163 has a 1/4 inch bolt hole, so it slips over a 1/4-20 or 1/4 inch stud on a breaker lug, terminal block, or contactor. Because it is a fork (spade) tongue rather than a ring, the slot is open on the end, so you can back the screw out a turn and slide the terminal on without removing the screw entirely.
3) Is the Sta-Kon RC1163 fork terminal UL listed?
The RC1163 carries UL file E9809. For institutional and MRO buyers who need listed components on panel and fixture terminations, that is the reference to cite on a submittal.
4) Should I use a fork terminal or a ring terminal on control panel wiring?
A fork terminal like the RC1163 is the faster choice for service work and dense terminal strips, since the open tongue lets you loosen the screw and drop the wire in or pull it out without fully removing the hardware. A ring terminal is the better choice where the connection sees vibration or where a code or spec requires a captive connection, because the closed tongue cannot slip off a loose screw. Both take the same 1/4 inch stud in this size.
5) What is the voltage rating on the Sta-Kon RC1163 nylon insulated terminal?
600 V. That covers standard commercial and industrial control and branch circuit work at 120, 208, 240, 277, and 480 V, so it is usable in motor control centers, lighting panels, and HVAC control cabinets.
6) Is the Sta-Kon RC1163 made of copper or aluminum, and can I put it on aluminum wire?
The barrel is copper, so the RC1163 is for copper conductors only. Terminating aluminum wire with a copper-only lug risks galvanic corrosion and a high resistance joint; aluminum feeders need an AL9CU rated connector instead.
7) What is the exact part number to order for the yellow 12-10 AWG Sta-Kon fork terminal with a 1/4 inch bolt hole?
Order Sta-Kon RC1163. That is the manufacturer part number for the nylon insulated yellow fork terminal, 12-10 AWG, 1/4 inch bolt hole. It is made in the United States.
8) Is nylon insulation better than vinyl on a fork terminal?
Nylon, as used on the RC1163, holds up better to heat and to abrasion during pull-in than vinyl, and it resists cracking when the barrel is crimped. It is the usual pick for panel and fixture work where the terminal may be flexed or routed against sheet metal edges. Vinyl is the lighter duty option.
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Does the Sta-Kon RC1163 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Sta-Kon RC1163 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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