Vinyl Insulated Snap Spade Terminal, 12-10 AWG, 1/4" Stud, Bx 25
83-7101 - spec sheet
Features
- Internal barrel serrations grip wires tightly to resist pull-out and reduce electrical resistance
- Tin-plated brass construction for corrosion resistance
- Shouldered barrel insulation quickly positions terminal for proper crimping
- Butted seam-construction prevents splitting under maximum pressure
- Expanded insulation entry accommodates a wide variety of insulation diameters and provides additional insulation support
83-7101 - spec sheet
Manufacturer Resources
Spec Sheet
Product Specs
- Product Group:
- Wire Connectors & Terminals
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Subgroup:
- Lugs & Terminals
- Pack size (unit):
- 100
- Product Type:
- Fork Terminal
Ideal Industries 83-7101 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What wire size does the IDEAL 83-7101 spade terminal accept?
The IDEAL 83-7101 snap spade terminal is sized for 12-10 AWG stranded wire. The yellow-range 12-10 barrel will not crimp down reliably on 14 or 16 AWG, so step down to the correct terminal for smaller conductors rather than doubling the wire back on itself.
2) Will the 83-7101 terminal fit a 1/4 inch stud or screw?
Yes. The 83-7101 is built for a 1/4 inch stud, so it lands on 1/4-20 terminal blocks, breaker lugs, and grounding studs of that size. It is a snap spade (open fork), so you can slide it under a loosened nut or screw without pulling the fastener all the way out.
3) Snap spade versus a ring terminal - which should I use on a terminal block?
A snap spade like the 83-7101 has an open fork, so it slips in and out under a loosened 1/4 inch screw without removing the hardware. That makes it the faster choice on panel terminal blocks and control gear you service often. A ring terminal is the closed alternative and is what you want where vibration or a code requirement calls for a connection that cannot back out sideways.
4) Are these IDEAL terminals suitable for damp or corrosive environments?
The barrel is tin-plated brass, which resists corrosion better than bare copper, and the vinyl insulation covers the crimp barrel. That suits general panel, equipment, and MRO work. It is not a sealed or heat-shrink terminal, so for direct moisture exposure you want an adhesive-lined heat-shrink style instead.
5) Will these terminals pull off the wire under strain?
The barrel has internal serrations that bite into the strands, which is what resists pull-out and keeps resistance down at the crimp. The seam is butted rather than lapped so the barrel will not split at full crimp pressure. Crimp with a tool matched to the 12-10 AWG range for that to hold.
6) How many 83-7101 terminals come in a pack?
The 83-7101 is packaged in boxes of 25, sold here as a 100 pack (four boxes). That is the quantity to plan around for a panel build or a truck restock.
7) Does the insulation on these spade terminals fit over thicker wire jackets?
Yes. The 83-7101 uses an expanded insulation entry, so it takes a range of insulation diameters and supports the jacket where it enters the barrel. The shouldered barrel insulation also seats the terminal in the crimp tool at the right depth, which is the usual cause of a bad crimp.
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