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Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Country Of Origin:
- United States (US)
- Product Subgroup:
- General Terminals
- Product Type:
- Non-Insulated Heavy-Duty Ring Terminal
- Standards:
- UL E9809
- Voltage Rating:
- 600 V
- Wire Size:
- 16-14 AWG
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Group:
- Wire Termination
- Product Color:
- Metallic
- Product Material:
- Copper
Sta-Kon BC85 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What wire size does the Sta-Kon BC85 ring terminal take?
The BC85 is built for 16-14 AWG conductor. Anything heavier than 14 AWG will not seat in the barrel, and stranded conductor smaller than 16 AWG will not crimp reliably. Match the terminal to the actual conductor size, not the insulation OD.
2) Is the Sta-Kon BC85 insulated, and does that matter for my application?
It is a non-insulated heavy-duty ring terminal, bare copper with no nylon or vinyl sleeve. That means the crimp barrel and any exposed strands are live once terminated, so you either need adequate air clearance inside the enclosure or you add heat shrink over the barrel yourself. If you need a factory-insulated color-coded ring for 16-14 AWG, specify an insulated ring instead.
3) Can I use the Sta-Kon BC85 on a 480V motor circuit?
Yes. The BC85 carries a 600 V rating, which covers 120/208, 277/480, and typical control circuits. It is UL recognized under file E9809.
4) Will the Sta-Kon BC85 work on aluminum conductor?
No. The BC85 barrel is copper, so it is for copper conductor only. Terminating aluminum in a copper-only lug risks galvanic corrosion and a high-resistance joint; use a dual-rated AL9CU connector for aluminum.
5) Do I need a special crimp tool for the Sta-Kon BC85?
It is a bare, non-insulated barrel, so it crimps with a non-insulated (open-barrel style dies are not used here, this is a closed barrel) ratcheting crimper set up for 16-14 AWG uninsulated terminals. Insulated-terminal dies with the red/blue color nests will not form a proper indent on a bare copper barrel.
6) Is the Sta-Kon BC85 made in the USA for Buy American jobs?
Country of origin on the BC85 is the United States, which is the detail federal, military, and transit procurement specs usually turn on.
7) What part number do I order for the Sta-Kon 16-14 AWG No. 6 stud bare ring?
Order Sta-Kon BC85. One model, bare metallic copper finish, 16-14 AWG, No. 6 bolt.
How fast can I get the Sta-Kon BC85 delivered?
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Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
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Does the Sta-Kon BC85 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Sta-Kon BC85 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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