Overview
The Buchanan BTC350-1/0 B-TAP Insulation Piercing Connector is an insulated, self-contained tap connector designed for electrical power distribution and maintenance applications. The connector features a breakaway torque nut that guarantees a perfect connection every time and simply snaps off when UL torque requirements are met. Grease-filled rubber end caps provide superior water and corrosion resistance, while the insulation-piercing design eliminates downtime and power interruptions. This translates into 60% installed cost savings compared to split bolts.
Key Features
- Installation is easy—all you need is a standard box, socket, or impact wrench.
- B-TAP Connectors can be safely installed on energized systems, eliminating power interruptions and downtime.
- Self-insulated housing eliminates the need for tape.
- Hardened copper teeth pierce insulation and bite into conductors, while grease-filled boots protect copper teeth from corrosion and prevent arcing.
- Can be used on copper to copper, aluminum to aluminum, copper to aluminum and aluminum to copper when used in non-tension, insulated applications.
- Suitable for temporary circuits, emergency repairs, disconnect/reconnect, remodeling, maintenance and repair, street lighting, service entrance, risers in high-rise construction, and commercial metering.
Technical Specifications
- Main Conductor: 350 MCM to 1/0 AWG
- Tap Conductor: 350 MCM to 1/0 AWG
- Voltage Rating: 600 V
- Temperature Rating: 90°C
- Socket Size: 5/8 in
- Torque Specification: 3.9 in-lb
- Number of Bolts: 2
- Dimensions: 3 in depth × 3 in width × 4.5 in height
Typical Applications
B-TAP connectors are ideal for temporary circuits, emergency repairs, disconnect/reconnect, remodeling, maintenance and repair, street lighting, service entrance, risers in high-rise construction, commercial metering, transformers, and secondary midspan tap applications. The BTC350-1/0 is well-suited for medium to large conductor applications requiring reliable, insulated connections that can be installed without service interruptions.
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Copper to copper conductor connections
- Aluminum to aluminum conductor connections
- Copper to aluminum mixed conductor connections
- 600V electrical distribution systems
- Standard box wrenches, socket wrenches, or impact wrenches for installation
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
The Buchanan BTC350-1/0 directly replaces other B-TAP connectors in the same size class. For equivalent alternatives, verify specifications with your supplier or system integrator before ordering.
Works With
- 600VAC electrical systems and distribution equipment
- Copper and aluminum conductors (solid and stranded)
- UL-listed and compliant installation procedures
- Non-tension, insulated electrical applications
