Overview
The Blackburn CTL35012 compression lug is a high-conductivity copper connector engineered for terminating 350 kcmil stranded and flexible copper cable. This color-coded compression lug features a 1/2″ stud mount and short barrel design, making it ideal for industrial, utility, and marine electrical applications requiring dependable wire termination and minimum voltage drop.
Key Features
- Color-coded red for quick die identification and matching
- High-conductivity seamless copper tubing construction
- Rated for 350 kcmil flexible and stranded copper conductor
- 1/2″ bolt stud connection
- Tin-plated for superior corrosion resistance
- Chamfered barrel for ease of installation
- UL Listed when crimped with Blackburn, Burndy, T&B, or Anderson compression tools
Technical Specifications
- Conductor Size: 350 kcmil (copper, stranded/flexible)
- Stud Size: 1/2″
- Termination Type: Compression
- Material: Copper (seamless tubing)
- Plating: Tin plated
- Voltage Rating: Up to 35 kV (with proper high-voltage insulation techniques)
- Color: Red
- Barrel Type: Short barrel
Typical Applications
- Power distribution and transmission networks
- Heavy welding cable termination
- Marine and offshore electrical systems
- Industrial motor control circuits
- Substation grounding and bonding
- Portable cord and cable assemblies
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Blackburn compression tools and crimpers
- Burndy compression crimping equipment
- Thomas & Betts (T&B) compression dies
- Anderson Greenlee compression tools
- Standard electrical wiring and cable assemblies
- 35 kV medium-voltage insulation systems
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Blackburn CTL350-12 (standard short barrel version)
- Homac compression lug equivalents for 350 kcmil copper
- Thomas & Betts LCN350 (same gauge and stud size)
Works With
- 350 kcmil stranded and flexible copper cable
- Hydraulic and hand-operated compression crimpers
- Welding and heavy portable cord systems
- High-voltage termination systems up to 35 kV
- Federal Coast Guard electrical engineering specifications (CFR 111.60-17)
