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Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Country Of Origin:
- United States (US)
- Product Subgroup:
- General Terminals
- Product Type:
- Nylon Insulated Ring Terminal
- Standards:
- UL E9809
- Voltage Rating:
- 600 V
- Wire Size:
- 8 AWG
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Group:
- Wire Termination
- Product Color:
- Red
- Product Material:
- Copper
Sta-Kon RD8-12 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What wire size does the Sta-Kon RD8-12 ring terminal take?
The RD8-12 is sized for 8 AWG conductor. It's a nylon insulated ring terminal with a copper barrel, so it crimps onto stranded or solid 8 AWG copper wire. If your conductor is 10 or 6 AWG, this is the wrong barrel size and the crimp won't hold.
2) Will the Sta-Kon RD8-12 ring terminal fit a 1/2 inch stud or bolt?
Yes. The RD8-12 has a 1/2 inch ring tongue, so it lands on a 1/2 inch stud, bolt or lug pad. Pair it with 8 AWG wire. For a smaller stud you need a different tongue size, not this one.
3) Is the Sta-Kon RD8-12 ring terminal rated 600 volts?
Yes, 600 V. That covers standard commercial branch circuit and control panel work. It's UL recognized under file E9809.
4) Can I use the Sta-Kon RD8-12 on aluminum conductor?
No. The RD8-12 barrel is copper, so it's for copper conductor only. Crimping aluminum into a copper-only barrel risks galvanic corrosion and a failing connection; you need a terminal listed AL/CU or aluminum-specific for that work.
5) Why is the RD8-12 ring terminal red, and does the color mean anything?
Red on the RD8-12 is the insulation color Sta-Kon uses on this part, and in the field it's how an electrician sorts terminals in a bin fast. Don't rely on color alone across brands though, confirm the stamped wire range. This one is 8 AWG with a 1/2 inch ring.
6) Does the nylon insulation on the RD8-12 hold up better than vinyl?
Nylon insulation, which is what the RD8-12 uses, is tougher against abrasion and cut-through than vinyl and takes crimping and pull-out without splitting the sleeve. That matters in panel and raceway work where the terminal gets dragged past edges. Rated 600 V.
7) Is the Sta-Kon RD8-12 made in the USA?
Country of origin on the RD8-12 is the United States, which is what procurement teams with domestic-sourcing requirements need on file.
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Does the Sta-Kon RD8-12 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Sta-Kon RD8-12 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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