Terminals and Connectors

Environmentally sealed connectors

These connectors are designed for use where cable-to-cable circuits need to handle harsh conditions. One major advantage of environmentally sealed connectors is that they are field serviceable. No need to cut, strip, and re-terminate wires in order to repair a connection. With these electrical connector types, you simply disengage the locking mechanism, pull them apart, make your changes, and reconnect them. It really is that simple. This is one of many reasons you’ll find these in industrial applications.

Splices

This type of connector is used to safely connect one or more wires to another wire. There are a variety of styles depending on what the task at hand is. If you simply need to replace a section of wire, a regular butt splice will work. In some cases, you may need to connect two smaller gauge wires to a larger one. In that situation, you would want to use step-down butt splices. Utilizing butt splices reduces the number of wire connectors to crimp. Remember, pay attention to the conditions your connection will need to endure and use that to help select the right type of insulation for your project.

Ring Terminals

are the most secure type of tongue-style wire terminals. That fit cleanly over a stud and are held in place by the locking nut. The advantage of ring terminals is that they remove the possibility of terminal slippage you may find with other types of terminals. These are a common choice due to their durability and ease of installation. They are easy wire connectors to crimp. Depending on the application, you can connect multiple wires to a single ring terminal or connect multiple ring terminals to a single stud.

Fork Terminals

We carry these types of wire terminals in two options, locking and flanged.  These are a useful type of electrical wire connectors in environments where you may need to make adjustments without having to fully remove a screw. When using forks to connect one or more wires to a stud, you want to be confident that it will not come loose. Commonly in an electrical environment, vibration can loosen holding screws. To combat this, we recommend flanged forks which snap around the stud creating a solid connection, or locking forks which grip the nut also creating a solid connection. This way you know that you've created a solid connection that will not come loose.

Disconnects

These wire terminals are designed for use where the electrical connection is intended to be connected and disconnected multiple times. This is why disconnects are a preferred choice when it comes to field serviceability. They offer superior holding force due to the indentation of the tab of the female part locking into the hole in the male part. This type of connector is known for being simple wire connectors to crimp. Their ease of use makes them a solid choice. Even though they are built for disconnection and reconnection, they are equally built for permanent placement. If you plan to leave them on as a permanent option choose the insulation type that best supports the environment where you will be placing them.

Pin Terminals

are commonly found in use with compression type terminal blocks. What this means is that many terminals blocks use screws to hold a wire in place. The issue is that many people have to deal with an electrical system that uses stranded wire not solid. When you tighten a screw down on a of tiny wires, the individual wires become frayed or weakened. This can lead to long term issues. The solution is to use a pin terminal in order to consolidate the wires into the equivalent of a solid wire. These are an effective choice when it comes to electrical wire connectors. Now when the screw tightens, the force is applied equally, and damage is avoided.

Lugs

are similar to ring terminals in that they connect to a stud through a circular opening. Lugs, however, are much more durable and are usually meant for either larger gauge wire and cable or for harsh environments where corrosion is an increased risk. These are high-quality, durable electrical wire connectors. Think about it, you wouldn’t use a ring terminal to connect a car battery. You would use something specifically meant to handle a tough environment. When considering wire connectors to crimp, always factor in the level of protection needed. In order to be as effective as possible, lugs need to be tough and conductive. That’s why all the lugs we carry are made from high quality copper for the highest level of conductivity.

Coaxial Connectors

vary in their design much more than most other types of wire terminals. You have everything from snap-in connectors to twist-on electrical wire connectors and even some that require soldering. That’s due to the fact that coaxial connectors are used in a wide range of applications. This means that they need to be versatile to meet a range of needs. They are used in everything from radio transmissions and digital broadcasting to even microwave industries. These are specialized wire connectors to crimp and may require specialized tools. Before selecting the connector you need, make sure to be aware of the specific usage and the type of mating the connector will need to offer.

Compression Seal Connectors

These connectors are used to create a permanent seal. That means that they have to be built with durability and longevity in mind. Compression seal connectors are used with coaxial cables, but their installation process is vastly different. Compression tools are used on these wire connectors to crimp them correctly which guarantees the permanent seal mentioned above. This keeps the electrical wire connectors from ever coming off or being pulled out. All Pacer compression seal connectors are made from machined annealed brass and coated with an anti-corrosion nickel plated finish.

Battery Posts

This type of electrical wire connectors are used to connect a load to a battery. In order to give the highest level of conductivity, all Pacer battery posts are made from 131 contact copper. We use this type of copper as it is 95% pure making it highly conductive. Specialized tools may be needed to work with these wire connectors to crimp them correctly. One issue that plagues a lot of battery posts is that they can get corroded over time which causes a range of problems. To prevent this, each post is electro-plated with a bright tin finish. For an added layer of protection, you can add a boot covering to your post. This will help to extend the life of the connection.

Wire Ferrules

When you work with terminal blocks, using the non-terminated end of stranded wires as a connection point will lead to fraying and weakening of the connection. You want to consolidate your stranded wires into one singular point of connection. This is where wire ferrules come in. They create a superior connection to a terminal block. By consolidating the wires into the ferrule, you minimize your risks of the connection fraying or coming loose. This, in turn, creates a stronger connection. These are simple wire connectors to crimp given you have the proper tools. When considering wire connectors to crimp, always factor in the tools required.

Are specialized tools required to use these terminals & connectors?

When dealing with your electrical wire connectors, the electrical system, or its components, the correct tools are an absolute must. Without the proper tools, you run the risk of improper usage and eventually malfunction. Knowing this, Pacer takes steps to carry the tools for all the wire terminals or connectors we offer. This way you’re never left wondering how to use a particular item. Find the tool you’re looking for here. Of course, with such a variety of terminals and connectors, there is going to be a variety of tools to accompany them. We have taken steps to make the selection process as easy as possible so you can get the parts and tools you need and get your project completed. When looking at the right wire connectors to crimp for your project, always consider the proper tools.

Terminal boxes are used in a variety of ways such as field service where a range of terminals is needed on hand or in work trucks where quick access to terminals speeds up production. This makes them ideal for both new wire and existing terminal installations as well as when replacing parts. Terminal boxes have multiple compartments for various terminals so you can have forks, rings, splices, pins, and more, all easily separated and organized.

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