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Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Country Of Origin:
- United States (US)
- Product Subgroup:
- General Terminals
- Product Type:
- Nylon Insulated Ring Terminal
- Wire Size:
- 18-14 AWG
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Group:
- Wire Termination
- Product Material:
- Nylon
Sta-Kon RB853-SC – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What wire gauge does the Sta-Kon RB853-SC ring terminal accept?
The RB853-SC is sized for 18 to 14 AWG stranded or solid copper conductor. That covers typical control, fixture, and low-voltage branch wiring. Anything heavier than 14 AWG needs a larger barrel terminal; the blue insulation is the standard color code for the 16-14 AWG range.
2) What screw or stud size does the Sta-Kon RB853-SC ring fit?
It is a No. 6 ring, so it lands on a #6 screw or stud. On a larger terminal screw (#8 or #10) the ring will not pass over the threads, and on a smaller one the tongue can rotate under the screw head.
3) Should I use a ring terminal or a spade terminal on panel and fixture screws?
A ring like the RB853-SC is the closed-tongue type: the screw has to come all the way out to remove it, which is why it is used where vibration or a safety ground is involved. A spade (fork) terminal slips out under a loosened screw, which is faster for service work but can back out. For a #6 screw on 18-14 AWG wire, the ring is the choice when the connection must not shake loose.
4) Is the insulation on the Sta-Kon RB853-SC vinyl or nylon?
Nylon. Nylon-insulated barrels hold up better to abrasion and to higher operating temperatures than vinyl sleeves, and they resist splitting when the barrel is crimped, which is why they are specified for motor connections and enclosures that run warm.
5) What part number do I order to match blue 18-14 AWG No. 6 Sta-Kon rings already in my panel?
Order Sta-Kon RB853-SC. That is the manufacturer part number for the nylon insulated blue ring terminal, 18-14 AWG, No. 6 stud, so it matches terminations already made with the same number.
6) Do I need a special crimp tool for the RB853-SC terminal?
It is a crimp-on terminal, not a screw or solder lug, so it needs a crimper matched to the insulated 18-14 AWG range (the blue die position on a color-coded insulated-terminal tool). Pliers or an uncalibrated tool will not produce a connection that holds under pull test.
7) Is the Sta-Kon RB853-SC ring terminal made in the USA?
Country of origin is the United States, which matters for jobs carrying Buy American or domestic-content requirements on government and institutional work.
How fast can I get the Sta-Kon RB853-SC delivered?
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Does the Sta-Kon RB853-SC come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Sta-Kon RB853-SC is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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