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3M™ Scotchlok™ Electrical IDC 560-BULK, Light Blue, 18–16 AWG (solid/stranded), 14 AWG (stranded), 500 per carton, 5000/case

  • 3M ID 7000005878
  • UPC 00054007008408

Flame retardant

Helps provide a moisture-resistant seal

Accommodates 0.75 - 1.0mm2 solid/stranded, 1.5mm2 stranded

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Highlights
  • Flame retardant
  • Helps provide a moisture-resistant seal
  • Accommodates 0.75 - 1.0mm2 solid/stranded, 1.5mm2 stranded
  • Connects a (tap) wire 0.75 mm² to 1.5 mm² solid/stranded, 1.5mm² stranded end to a through (run) wire and insulates the connection

Some 50 years after 3M introduced the industry’s original insulation displacement connector (IDC), 3M Scotchlok IDC’s continue to offer quick installation and reliability. They are easy to use and can save time. To install one, just squeeze— no stripping or twisting required. The 3M™ Scotchlok™ IDC Connector 560 / 560B electrically connects a (tap) wire end to a through (run) wire and insulates the connection.

3M™ Scotchlok™ Insulation Displacement Connector 560/560B is 600V rated for building wire and 1000V rated for signs, fixtures and luminaires. It withstands temperatures of 105 degrees C. UL Listed and RoHS 2011/65/EU Compliant.

Typical Properties

Brands

Scotchlok™

Connection Type

Double Run or Tap

Connector / Connector Tool

3M Crimping Tool E-9BM and/or 9" Lineman's Pliers

Connector Style

Insulation Displacement

Flame Retardant

Yes

Grease Filling Against Corrosion

No

Insulation Colour

Blue

Insulation Material

Polypropylene

Interrupt Free Shifting

No

Material

Plastic

Max. Number of Cores

2

Maximum Operating Temperature (Celsius)

105 ℃

Maximum Recommended Voltage Rating

600 V

Moisture Resistant

No

Product Colour

Light Blue

Product Type

Connector

Recommended Crimping Tool

E-9BM or 9 in. Linemans Pliers

Run Maximum Insulation Outer Diameter (Metric)

3.7 mm

Tap Maximum Insulation Outer Diameter (Metric)

3.7 mm

Units per Case

1000.0

Voltage Application

Low Voltage