Overview
The ABB Thomas & Betts 54280 BT is a tin-plated copper blank tongue lug engineered for high-reliability compression terminations on large copper conductors. Designed for wire sizes up to 300 kcmil and systems rated up to 35kV, this lug features a standard barrel configuration with a peep hole for conductor inspection before crimping. The Color-Keyed system uses die code 66 (white color code) to ensure correct die-to-lug pairing, reducing installation errors in the field.
Features
- Tin-plated copper construction for excellent conductivity and corrosion resistance
- Standard barrel with peep hole for visual conductor seating verification
- Rated for wire sizes up to 300 kcmil copper conductors
- Maximum system voltage rating: 35kV
- Color-Keyed die code 66, die color white — ensures correct crimping die selection
- Blank tongue (no pre-punched hole) for field-drilled custom bolt patterns
- Compatible with ABB Thomas & Betts Color-Keyed compression tools and dies
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | ABB (Thomas & Betts) |
| Model Number | 54280 BT |
| Product Type | Copper Blank Tongue Lug |
| Barrel Type | Standard Barrel |
| Wire Size | 300 kcmil |
| Maximum Voltage | 35kV |
| Material | Copper |
| Finish | Tin-Plated |
| Die Code | 66 |
| Die Color Code | White |
| Brand Series | Color-Keyed |
| UPC | 78621064788 |
| UNSPSC | 39121405 |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Unit of Measure | Box of 100 |
Pricing note: Price shown is per box of 100 lugs.



