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Product Specs
- Country Of Origin:
- United States (US)
- Product Subgroup:
- General Terminals
- Product Type:
- Non-Insulated Heavy-Duty Ring Terminal
- Wire Size:
- 16-14 AWG
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Group:
- Wire Termination
- Product Material:
- Copper
Sta-Kon BC72NP – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What wire gauge does the Sta-Kon BC72NP ring terminal take?
The BC72NP is sized for 16 to 14 AWG stranded copper wire. Anything thinner than 16 AWG will not crimp reliably in the barrel, and 12 AWG will not seat, so step up to a 12-10 AWG terminal for heavier conductors.
2) Is the Sta-Kon BC72NP insulated, and does that matter for a crowded terminal block?
It is a non-insulated terminal, bare metal front to back. On a tight panel or a block with adjacent live studs you need to add your own heat shrink or boot over the barrel, or choose an insulated ring instead. Non-insulated versions are the usual pick where the terminal sits under a cover or where high heat would damage a nylon or vinyl sleeve.
3) What is the Sta-Kon BC72NP made of, and will it hold up in a damp or outdoor enclosure?
The body is copper with a nickel-plated finish. Nickel plating gives better corrosion and heat resistance than bare or tin-plated copper, which is why these turn up on motor connections, heaters, and outdoor enclosures. Copper also keeps conductivity high through the crimp.
4) Do I need a special crimper for the Sta-Kon BC72NP, or will a standard tool work?
It is a non-insulated barrel, so it needs the non-insulated crimp nest on your tool, not the color-coded insulated dies. A standard non-insulated hand crimper set up for 16-14 AWG will do it; using an insulated-terminal die on a bare barrel gives you an under-formed crimp.
5) Is the Sta-Kon BC72NP made in the USA?
Yes, the BC72NP ring terminal is manufactured in the United States, which matters on government, institutional, and federally funded jobs carrying domestic-sourcing requirements.
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Does the Sta-Kon BC72NP come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Sta-Kon BC72NP is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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