Suitcase IDC connectors

[geochurchi]

Hi All, does anyone know if these connectors are approved for both solid and stranded conductors?
Thanks
Geo

 

[Mgraw]

Don't know if all are rated for both but some are.

 

[jumper]

I have used the yellow and brown 3M IDC connectors and they accept solid or stranded. You need to check the data sheets on that Suitcase brand.

3M data sheets:

https://multimedia.3m.com/mws/media/137034O/3m-scotchlok-self-stripping-elec-tap-connectors-567.pdf

https://multimedia.3m.com/mws/media...562-self-stripping-electrical-tap-connect.pdf

Edit: Okay "suitcase" is slang/ nickname. Did not know the term.

 

[electricguy61]

I have responded to dozens of trouble calls on those connectors, often where they have literally caught fire. I wouldn't ever use them on anything over 12v.

 

[geochurchi]

Suitcase connectors

Suitcase connectors

Thanks for the spec. Sheets,I have tried 3M and their site is offline or something, definetly would not use these for more than 24 volts, my application is for a model railroad upgrade.
Geo