In recent years, wiring teams have been using a large size of cable to avoid the voltage drop that can occur over long runs. However, they face an issue fitting the oversized cable into the lugs sized based on the original cable size. In this latest post, our team at Greaves addresses the issue as we explain more about how to fit a Class B wire into smaller electrical lugs.

Choose the PT-R Step-Down Adapters

To ensure Class B wire fits into a smaller lug, companies must use products that reduce the size of the cable. That’s why so many are now harnessing the PT-R Step-Down Adapters. These adapters are designed to reduce Class B wires to fit into smaller electrical lugs. And because the pin end that fits into the lug is also a Class B copper conductor, it supports a reliable and changeable connection. The latest Step-Down Adapters work to reduce the wire by one or two sizes.

Custom options available

One benefit of turning to a specialist such as Greaves for connectors is we can also fabricate special sizes for other wire combinations, as well as to fabricate adaptors with longer pins. We also provide an insulating cover with each adapter to avoid taping.

High-strand flexible copper cable options

In some cases, companies will be using high-strand flexible copper cables such as the Class M weld or Class I DLO. In these scenarios, the experts recommend Shoo-Pin™ PT-FX Adapters, which feature copper barrels that are sized for flex cable and are made with a flared opening to help gather the strands when they blossom out when cut.

Select a PT adapter for aluminum

When working with aluminum cable, select a PT adapter that consists of an aluminum barrel and a multi-strand copper pin.

Our experienced team at Greaves can help to guide you in selecting connector products for your wiring applications. To learn more about how to fit large cabling into smaller electrical lugs, give our experts a call today.