3M Moisture Guard Connector Provides Quick and Easy Moisture-Resistant Connection.AUSTIN, Texas -- Outdoor wire connecting can be faster with a new connector from 3M that strips, connects and seals wire in one step. The 3M Scotchlok Moisture Guard Connector accommodates the thicker insulation used in irrigation irrigation, in agriculture, artificial watering of the land. Although used chiefly in regions with annual rainfall of less than 20 in. (51 cm), it is also used in wetter areas to grow certain crops, e.g., rice. controls. To install this new 3M connector reliably, the electrician simply inserts the unstripped wires into the connector ports and compresses the lid with a standard set of joint pliers pliers, n a tool of pincer design with jaws of varying shapes; used for holding, bending, stretching, contouring, and cutting. pliers, contouring, n . As the connection is made, the insulating grease grease, mixture of lubricant and thickener. It is used to reduce friction between surfaces from which oils would leak away or cause damage by dripping, or where lubrication must be assured for extended periods. Many greases are mixtures of mineral oil and soap. inside is forced around the wire contacts and is protected by an outside plastic shell which resists ultraviolet An invisible band of radiation at the upper end of the visible light spectrum. With wavelengths from 10 to 400 nm, ultraviolet starts at the end of visible light and ends at the beginning of X-rays. The primary source of ultraviolet light is the sun. degradation. The 3M Scotchlok Moisture Guard Connector will handle wires ranging from 20-12 AWG (American Wiring Gauge) A U.S. measurement standard of the diameter of non-ferrous wire, which includes copper and aluminum. In general, the thicker the wire, the greater the current-carrying capacity and the longer the distance it can span. and is designed for residential and commercial irrigation and landscape lighting applications. For more information about the 3M Scotchlok Moisture Guard Connector, contact the 3M Electrical Markets Division, A130-4N-36, 6801 River Place Blvd., Austin, Texas 78726-9000, USA, or call 800-245-3573. For more information about 3M electrical products, go to www.3M.com/electrical. The 3M Electrical Markets Division, based in Austin, Texas, designs, manufactures and markets products for electrical construction, industrial maintenance, utility and industrial power, and electrical and electronic components. EMD EMD Electromechanical dissociation, see there has more than 60 years of experience serving customers with highly reliable products, including electrical and electronic insulating tapes Noun 1. insulating tape - a water-resistant adhesive tape used to insulate exposed electrical conductors friction tape adhesive tape - tape coated with adhesive insulating tape n → cinta aislante and papers; electromagnetic compatible products; power cable splices and terminations; high-temperature, low-sag transmission conductors; heat shrinkable tubing and molded shapes; electrical wire connectors, terminals, tools and lugs; wire marking products; cable ties; and electrical diagnostic and detection products. About 3M A recognized leader in research and development, 3M produces thousands of innovative products for dozens of diverse markets. 3M's core strength is applying its more than 40 distinct technology platforms - often in combination - to a wide array of customer needs. With $25 billion in sales, 3M employs 79,000 people worldwide and has operations in more than 60 countries. For more information, visit www.3M.com. 3M and Scotchlok are trademarks of 3M Company. |
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