ABB Thomas & Betts Copper Two-Way Splice Connector, Standard Barrel, Max 35kV, 1000 kcmil, 54528NS

Overview

The ABB Thomas & Betts 54528NS is a Color-Keyed copper two-way splice connector engineered for high-capacity medium-voltage cable splicing in utility, industrial, and commercial power distribution systems. This standard barrel splice accommodates 1000 kcmil conductors and is rated for operation up to 35kV, making it suitable for demanding underground and direct-burial cable splice applications. The tin-plated copper construction ensures excellent conductivity and corrosion resistance over the long service life expected in critical infrastructure installations.

Designed without end stops, the 54528NS allows full conductor insertion and alignment verification during the compression process. Die code 125 compatibility ensures technicians use the correct tooling for a code-compliant, gas-tight compression connection. This connector is part of ABB Thomas & Betts’ industry-trusted Color-Keyed connector family, the standard for medium and high-voltage cable splicing used by utilities and electrical contractors worldwide.

Features

• Copper construction with tin-plated finish for superior conductivity and corrosion resistance
• Standard barrel, two-way splice design accommodates 1000 kcmil conductors
• Rated for maximum 35kV medium-voltage cable systems
• No end stops design allows full conductor insertion and field verification
• Die code 125 — use with compatible ABB Thomas & Betts compression tooling
• Color-Keyed system ensures correct connector-to-conductor matching
• UL E9809 listed for code-compliant medium-voltage splice installations
• Product type: Splice — designed for direct conductor-to-conductor termination

Specifications

Resources & Downloads

For technical data sheets, installation instructions, and tooling compatibility guides, visit the ABB Thomas & Betts product portal.