Panduit Pan-Lug LCA500 Series Tin-Plated Copper Compression Lug
The Panduit Pan-Lug LCA500 series is a one-hole, standard-barrel compression lug built for 500 kcmil copper conductors. Manufactured from tin-plated copper, the barrel is color-coded and marked with die index numbers for correct crimp die selection, while an inspection window lets installers confirm full conductor insertion before crimping. The lug is UL Listed and CSA Certified to 35 kV with a 90°C temperature rating, suited to demanding power distribution and grounding terminations.
Key Features
- Conductor Size: Sized for 500 kcmil copper conductors, with a barrel length of 1.75 in. (44.5 mm) and overall length of 90.2 mm.
- Durable Construction: Copper base material with a tin-plated finish helps inhibit corrosion and extend service life.
- Straight Tongue Configuration: Straight tongue angle with a tongue thickness of 0.22 in. (5.6 mm) and tongue width of 1.54 in. for secure stud mounting.
- Beveled Barrel Entry: Beveled entry with an inspection window to aid proper conductor placement and confirm full insertion.
- Color-Coded Barrel: Brown color coding with T&B die index number 87 marked on the barrel for correct crimp die selection.
- High-Voltage Rating: Rated to a maximum voltage of 35 kV, with a CSA temperature rating of 90°C.
- Wire Strip Length: Requires a wire strip length of 1-13/16 in. for proper conductor prep.
Certifications & Compliance
- UL Listed to UL 486A-486B, File #E52164
- CSA Certified to 35 kV
- NEBS Level 3
- ABS Compliant
Technical Specifications
- CSA Temperature Rating (°C): 90
- Inspection Window: Yes
- Lead Content Indicator: N
- Mercury Content Indicator: N
- Tongue Thickness (mm): 5.6
- Product Segment: IEI
- T & B Die Index Number: 87
- UOM EA PK: PK
- Std Package Width In: 3.4
- Any Reason Not to Sell: N
- Stud Hole Spacing (mm): 0
- REACH Status: N
- California Pro65 Cancer: No
- Maximum Voltage (kV): 35
- UL Temperature Rating (°C): 90
- Country of Origin: Mexico
- Std Ctn Qty: 0
- Stud Hole Size (In.): 1/2
- Std Package Width MM: 86.36
- Pallet Quantity: 0
- Std Package Height In: 3.35
- Std Package Height MM: 85.09
Typical Applications
- Power Distribution and Grounding Terminations
- Commercial and Industrial Electrical Installations
- Substation and Utility Cable Terminations
- Panelboard and Switchgear Connections
- Renovation and New Construction Wiring
Why Panduit?
Panduit builds the Pan-Lug LCA500 with tin-plated copper construction, a color-coded barrel, and an inspection window for consistent, code-compliant crimps. Backed by UL Listing, CSA Certification to 35 kV, and NEBS Level 3 compliance, it delivers reliable performance for professional electrical terminations.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Barrel Length In:
- 1.75
- Standard Package Volume Ft3:
- 0.0674
- Standard Package Weight Pounds:
- 2.3400
- Std. Pkg. UOM:
- Piece
- Tongue Thickness (In.):
- 0.22
- CSA Temperature Rating (°C):
- 90
- Barrel Entry:
- Beveled
- Inspection Window:
- Yes
- Standard Carton Volume Ft3:
- 0.0000
- Color Code:
- Brown
- Lead Content Indicator:
- N
- Mercury Content Indicator:
- N
- Std Package Length MM:
- 148.59
- Sub Brand:
- Pan-Lug™
- Wire Strip Length (In.):
- 1-13/16
- Stud Hole Size (mm):
- 12.7
- Tongue Thickness (mm):
- 5.6
- Product Segment:
- IEI
- Standard Carton Weight Pounds:
- 0.0000
- Min Order Qty:
- 1.0000
- GTIN Package:
- 00074983900640
- T & B Die Index Number:
- 87
- UOM EA PK:
- PK
- Barrel Length (mm):
- 44.5
- Pallet Volume:
- 0.000000
- Std Package Width In:
- 3.4
- Any Reason Not to Sell:
- N
- Barrel Type:
- Standard
- Stud Hole Spacing (mm):
- 0
- Tongue Width In:
- 1.54
- Copper Conductor Size:
- 500 kcmil
- Tongue Angle:
- Straight
- REACH Status:
- N
- Base Material:
- Copper
- California Pro65 Cancer:
- No
- Std Package Length In:
- 5.85
- Maximum Voltage (kV):
- 35
- Finish/Coating:
- Tin-Plated
- Overall Length (mm):
- 90.2
- UL Temperature Rating (°C):
- 90
- Std Ctn Qty:
- 0
- Stud Hole Size (In.):
- 1/2
- Product Type:
- Compression Lug
- Std Package Width MM:
- 86.36
- Pallet Quantity:
- 0
- Std Package Height In:
- 3.35
- Std Package Height MM:
- 85.09
- Product Size:
- 1/2"
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Group:
- Wiring Devices
- Product Subgroup:
- Terminal Blocks & Strips
- RoHS Compliant:
- Compliant
- Pallet Weight:
- 0.0000
- Restricted Use of Hazardous Substances:
- N
- Tongue Type:
- Standard
- Std. Pkg. Qty.:
- 6
- Hazardous Material Flag:
- N
- Min. Order UOM:
- Piece
- Number of Stud Holes:
- 1
- Arra Compliant:
- Y
Panduit LCA500-12-6 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Is this a one-hole or two-hole lug?
One hole. The LCA500-12-6 has a single 1/2 in. stud hole, which is why no hole spacing applies. If your equipment pad is drilled for two-hole NEMA spacing, this lug will only catch one of the bolts and you want a two-hole 500 kcmil lug instead.
2) Which crimp die do I use on the Panduit LCA500 lug?
Go by the barrel markings: the barrel is color coded brown and carries T&B die index number 87. Match your hydraulic or battery crimper's die to index 87 for this lug. Number of crimps and die selection are marked right on the barrel so the inspector can verify the crimp after the fact.
3) How much insulation do I strip back before crimping this lug?
Strip 1-13/16 in. of insulation off the 500 kcmil conductor. The barrel has an inspection window, so after you seat the cable you can look through and confirm the strands are bottomed out before you make the crimp. Strip short and you get an incomplete crimp; strip long and you leave bare copper outside the barrel.
4) Is the Panduit LCA500 rated for 90 degree C conductor like THHN or XHHW-2?
Both the UL and CSA temperature ratings are 90 C, so the lug matches 90 C rated copper conductor insulation. Maximum voltage is 35 kV, which covers everything from 600V panelboard and switchgear work up through medium-voltage terminations.
5) Is this lug UL Listed for an inspected commercial job?
It is UL Listed to UL 486A-486B under File E52164 and CSA Certified to 35 kV. It also carries NEBS Level 3 and is ABS compliant, which matters on telecom central office and marine work.
6) What is the exact part number for the 500 kcmil, 1/2 inch stud Panduit compression lug?
Panduit LCA500-12-6, part of the Pan-Lug line. The 500 is the conductor size in kcmil and the 12 is the 1/2 in. stud hole. Order by that MPN if you are matching existing terminations on a site already standardized on Pan-Lug.
7) Why tin-plated copper instead of plain copper for a ground connection?
The LCA500 is a copper lug with a tin-plated finish. The tin plating slows corrosion at the barrel and the bolted pad, which is what you want on damp, outdoor, or industrial terminations and when landing copper on a dissimilar-metal bus. Electrically it is still a copper-to-copper path.
8) Does this Panduit lug contain lead, and does it meet Prop 65?
Lead and mercury content indicators are both flagged N on the LCA500-12-6, and the California Prop 65 cancer indicator is No. Country of origin is Mexico. That covers the disclosure questions most institutional and government procurement packets ask for.
9) How is the LCA500-12-6 sold, individually or in a pack?
Minimum order is 1 and the standard package unit of measure is the piece, so you can buy them one at a time rather than committing to a full carton. The standard package weighs 2.34 lb and measures 5.85 x 3.4 x 3.35 in.
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