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Cow

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I'm not so sure they're referring to those Polaris Connectors, because I've never heard them called T-taps?

We've always called them insulated taps.
 

Fulthrotl

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So is a T-Tap actually a splice? How is perfromed exactly? THanks.

it's a molded composite insulating material that has a pair of toothed inserts that bite
thru the insulation, making a connection. there is a bolt in the center for tightening them up.

they can be done on live conductors, but not where the tap is under load. it'll draw an arc and won't
make a good connection. the feeder can be energized and under load.

they are a permanent connection, and UL listed

ilsco makes them.

IPC KUP-L-TAP


Kup-L-Tap(R) insulation piercing connector.
Body is molded from tough, resilient glass-filled nylon.
UL 486A/B 90? C Listed and is CSA Certified.
For use with stranded conductor Class B or C
Compact design.
Tin Plated copper contact teeth and pre-filled with silicone lubricant.
Removable end tabs.
Dual Rated for Copper and Aluminum Conductor.
UL File E6207

http://www.ilsco.com/ProductsDetail...qTJTkaQ6Q==&fjjfhjhj=MnDiB55TRZri2mpKCFehSA==
 
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