ABB Thomas & Betts Color-Keyed Copper Two-Way Tap Splice — Short Barrel, No End Stop, 500 kcmil
The ABB Thomas & Betts Color-Keyed Model 54518NS is a copper two-way tap splice connector featuring a short barrel with no end stop design. Rated up to 35kV and tin-plated for corrosion resistance, this connector accommodates 500 kcmil conductors and is color-coded Brown (Die Code 87) for precise tool selection.
Key Specifications
- Product Type: Copper Two-Way Tap Splice Connector
- Barrel Style: Short Barrel
- End Stop: No End Stop
- Wire Size: 500 kcmil
- Maximum Voltage Rating: 35kV
- Finish: Tin-Plated
- Die Code: 87
- Die Color Code: Brown
- Model: 54518NS
- UPC: 78620998122
- Brand: ABB Thomas & Betts Color-Keyed
Features
- Two-way tap design enables tapping a branch conductor off a main run
- Short barrel construction for compact installations with limited clearance
- No end stop allows insertion from either end for added installation flexibility
- Tin-plated copper for corrosion resistance and reliable conductivity
- Color-coded Brown die for accurate compression tool selection
Applications
Ideal for utility and industrial power distribution systems where a compact two-way tap connector is needed. Used in switchgear, cable trays, and distribution panels to branch off 500 kcmil main run conductors.



