3M™ Cold Shrink Quick Insulators QI Series
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- DESIGNED TO PERFORM: Offers reliable primary insulation for solid dielectric wires and secondary splices rated up to 1000 volts
- HIGH-RESISTANCE: Provides excellent wet electrical properties and resists water, acids, and alkalis
- EASY TO INSTALL: Requires no tools or heating sources and can be installed by hand
- BUILT STRONG: Made of EPDM rubber, enduring operating temperatures ranging from -40 °F to 194 °F (-40 °C to 90 °C)
- MULTIPURPOSE: For dig-in and sheath repairs, inline conductor transition connectors, and secondary splices for both copper and aluminum conductors
- WATER-RESISTANT SEAL: Meets the water-resistant requirements of ANSI C-119.1
- WORK YOUR WAY: Accommodates a variety of cable sizes that can be used in direct burial or submersible applications
- LONG-LASTING: Maintains thermal stability, resiliency, and pressure for dependable performance
3M™ Cold Shrink Quick Insulator QI Series consists of open-ended and factory-expanded tubular rubber sleeves that feature sealing mastic on each end loaded on a removable plastic core. To install the connection, position it over the inline connector, pull the loose tab on the plastic core while unwinding the core in a counterclockwise direction, allowing the ends of the tube to shrink and form a secure seal. The core and tube sizing, combined with sealing mastic at each end, allow for a broader application range while preserving the seal and insulation properties of the EPDM rubber tube. Designed for primary insulation of solid dielectric insulated wires and cable splices rated up to 1000 volts, the insulators allow for direct burial or submersible applications. They are easy to install by hand, requiring no additional tools or heating sources. Accommodating a variety of cable sizes, 3M™ Cold Shrink Quick Insulator QI Series provides reliable thermal stability, high chemical resistance, and a water-resistant seal that meets the standard for ANSI C-119.1. These insulators are ideal for dig-in and sheath repairs, inline conductor transition connectors, and secondary splices for both copper and aluminum conductors, withstanding an operating temperature range between -40 °F to 194 °F (-40 °C to 90 °C). When you need dependable insulating properties with long-lasting resiliency and pressure performance, 3M™ Cold Shrink Quick Insulator QI Series is your go-to solution.
3M has over 40 years of lab-tested and industry-proven results demonstrating the reliability of cold shrink technology. 3M™ Cold Shrink Quick Insulator QI Series and the other products in the cold shrink family are engineered with specially formulated materials that deliver a durable environmental seal and insulation. Five diameter sizes accommodate cables up to 1000 volts, ranging from 8 AWG to 3000 kcmil, for both copper and aluminum conductors with crimped connectors. For applications with high UV exposure or where visual inspection isn't feasible, it is recommended to overwrap the tubing with Scotch® Super 33+™ Vinyl Electrical Tape or Scotch® Self-Fusing Silicone Rubber Electrical Tape 70.
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| Conductor Sizes (Imperial) | 1 AWG, 2 AWG, 4 AWG, 6 AWG, 8 AWG, 1/0 AWG, 2/0 AWG, 3/0 AWG, 4/0 AWG, 250 kcmil, 300 kcmil, 350 kcmil, 400 kcmil, 500 kcmil, 600 kcmil, 650 kcmil, 700 kcmil, 750 kcmil, 800 kcmil, 900 kcmil, 1000 kcmil, 1250 kcmil | |||
| Inner Diameter After Shrink (Imperial) | 0.2 in, 0.4 in, 0.71 in | |||
| Inner Diameter Before Shrink (Imperial) | 0.65 in, 1.45 in, 2.25 in | |||
| Inner Diameter After Shrink (Metric) | 5.1 mm, 10.2 mm, 18 mm | |||
| Inner Diameter Before Shrink (Metric) | 16.5 mm, 36.8 mm, 57.2 mm | |||
| Conductor Material | Aluminum, Copper |
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