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Wire Connectors®Innovation with a Purpose.Wire Connector BrochureVISION. PERFORMANCE. SERVICE.SINCE 1916

IDEAL Connectorsare available in:CONTENTS :IDEAL Wire ConnectorsBox: For smaller jobs.Twister ® PRO 2Twister ® 3WeatherProof 4In-Sure Push-In 5SpliceLine 6RJ11/RJ45 Modular Plugs 7IDC (Jelly Beans) 7Push-On F-Type 8Compression F-Type 8Store ‘N Pour Jar:Easy-pour design keeps connectors cleanand your shelf organised.Compression BNC & RCA 9Ordering Guide 10Connector Kits: These re-usable divider boxes containa selection of our most popular wiring connectors.Barrel: For really big jobswhen you can’t afford to runout of connectors.

Our comprehensive range contains the connectors youneed for an easier, more efficient job. That’s why dayin and day out, professionals like you are choosingIDEAL. THE BRANDELECTRICIANS TRUST.IDEAL connectors provide safe, dependable solutionsfor every wiring application.Designed to exacting European safety standards andfully compliant with UK Wiring Regulations, IDEALmanufactures a connector that’s right for every job.For over 95 years, IDEAL INDUSTRIES has beensupplying quality electrical products to professionalinstallers around the world.Wire Connectors®1

IDEAL Wire ConnectorsTwister ® PROFor ultimate comfort andoptimum wire rangeWhen you’ve got an installation where you’ll be making connections allday, the Twister ® PRO is the connector you want. The SureGrip designensures improved torque while the comfortable swept wings easehand fatigue. You’ll feel the difference immediately.Patented SureGrip overmouldingprovides improved leverageand more torqueBetter grip and more leverage forfaster connectionsAccepts solid and stranded wiresExceptional wire range andcapacity; up to max. 4 x 4.0mm 2Min. 3 x 0.5mm 2Max. 4 x 4.0 mm 2FAST FACT:A patented square wire springbites on the first 360° turnensuring a secure connectionthat will not relax over time.Made in U.S.A.BS 7671:2008 (17 th Edition) Compliantof U.S. and globalcomponentsTwister ® PROWire Connectors2Twister ® PRO Wire Connector:Ratings & Wire Size Combinations 0.5 mm21.0 mm 2 1.5 mm 2 2.5 mm 2 4.0 mm 2StripModel ColourRating Min Max Min Max Min Max Min Max Min MaxLength344 Red/Yellow 13 mm 32A/600V 3 10 2 9 2 8 1 6 1 4Twister ® PROBS EN 60998-1:2004StandardBS EN 60998-2-4:2005

Innovation with a PurposeThe No. 1 wiringconnectorThe Twister ® easily handles the most common wiringtasks. A patented, expanding square-wire spring alwaysensures a quick, safe connection.Twister ® 3A cost-effective solution, the Model 341 Twister ®connector accepts both stranded and solid wire from0.5mm 2 up to 6.0mm 2 allowing one connector to do the jobtraditionally done by separate 5A, 15A and 30Aterminal blocks.105°C flame retardancyrating to UL 94V-2Durable polypropylene shell expandsfor progressive tightening, a feature thatensures dependable connectionsSwept-wing designfor improved comfortAccepts solid and stranded wiresFAST FACT:The small profile of the Model 340Twister ® means it easily fits insidestandard connector enclosures.Min. 3 x 0.5 mm 2Max. 2 x 6.0 mm 2Min. 3 x 2.5 mm 2Max. 2 x 10.0 mm 2Made in U.S.A.Min. 2 x 0.5 mm 2Max. 2 x 4.0 mm 2BS 7671:2008 (17 th Edition) Compliantof U.S. and globalcomponentsTwister ® Wire Connectors:Ratings & Wire Size Combinations0.5 mm 2 1.0 mm 2 1.5 mm 2 2.5 mm 2 4.0 mm 2 6.0 mm 2 10.0 mm 2Twister ®Wire ConnectorsModelColourStripLengthRatingMin Max Min Max Min Max Min Max Min Max Min Max Min Max340 Lt. Blue 10 mm 32A/450V 2 8 1 5 1 4 1 3 1 2 n/a n/a n/a n/a341 Tan 13 mm 41A/600V 3 9 2 6 2 6 1 5 1 3 1 2 n/a n/a342 Grey 16 mm 57A/600V n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 3 8 2 6 2 4 1 2StandardTwister ®BS EN 60998-1:2004BS EN 60998-2-4:2005

In-Sure Push-InInnovation with a PurposeStrip, Push, Connect.The fastest way tomake a connectionThe In-Sure Push-In wire connector can reduce installationtime by up to 50% compared to more traditional connectionmethods such as terminal blocks. Classified as “MaintenanceFree”, In-Sure connectors are the perfect replacement forcrimped splices. In addition the most popular 2, 3 & 4 portmodels are rated to 32 Amps.The fastest, easiest, push-in connector on the market.Clear shell allows visualinspection of the connectionCheck port forcontinuity testingPush-in design reducesrepetitive motion fatigue2 to 8 wire connections for 0.75mm 2 - 4.0mm 2 solidand 1.5mm 2 - 2.5mm 2 stranded conductorsFAST FACT:The In-Sure Push-In hasa low insertion force forfast, easy connections.Great for junction boxes.Made in U.S.A.BS 7671:2008 (17 th Edition) CompliantIn-Sure 34322-Port333-PortIn-Sure Models 32, 33, 34:4-PortStandardBS EN 60998-1BS EN 60998-2-2Amperage / Voltage32A / 450VWire Range Solid 0.75mm²-4.0mm²Wire Range Stranded 1.5mm²-2.5mm² ** Stranded wire is limited to semi-rigid i.e. ≤ 7 strands875-Port886-PortIn-Sure Model 87, 88 & 90:StandardBS EN 60998-1BS EN 60998-2-2Amperage / Voltage24A / 450VWire Range Solid 0.75mm²-4.0mm²Wire Range Stranded 1.5mm²-2.5mm² ** Stranded wire is limited to semi-rigid i.e. ≤ 7 strands908-PortIn-Sure Push-InWire Connectors5

IDEAL Wire ConnectorsSpliceLine A great alternative tothe butt-spliceThe SpliceLine in-line wire connector provides a crimp-free,solderless butt-splice. Classified as “Maintenance Free” as perBS 7671:2008, the two-port model accepts up to 4.0mm 2 solidcopper wire, allowing one connector to do the job of multiplebutt-splices.Its end-to-end connection is also a great solution for pre-faboperations.Transparent polycarbonate shell allowsfor visual inspection of connectionSlim design easily fits through holes in metal back boxesCheck port for continuity testingFAST FACT:Perfect for lengthening shortwires, the SpliceLine is 3X fasterthan traditional butt-splices.Made in U.S.A.BS 7671:2008 (17 th Edition) Compliant422-PortSpliceLine WIRE CONNECTORS6SpliceLine Model 42:StandardAmperage / VoltageWire Range SolidBS EN 60998-1BS EN 60998-2-232A / 450V0.5mm²-4.0mm²Wire Range Stranded 1.0mm²-2.5mm²** Stranded wire is limited to semi-rigid i.e. ≤ 7 strands

IDC Connectors & Modular PlugsInnovation with a PurposeMaximum performance fordata and telecom networksDesigned for low voltage telecommunications cables,IDC connectors (Jelly Beans) provide a simple,economical and reliable means of jointing solid copperwires. They do not require the insulation to be stripped,making the connection quick and easy.IDEAL’s range of RJ-11 and RJ-45 modular plugs canbe used with your choice of cabling and are capableof supporting the latest ISO and EIA/TIA cable systemperformance categories. Compatible with standardcrimp tools all plugs work with 0.2mm 2 (24 AWG) solidor stranded conductors and round or flat cables.CAT 6 / ISO Class E RJ-45 Modular Plugs completethe line and are designed for high speed applications.The unique 3-piece design features wire managementcomponents to maintain the cable integrity, helping toensure optimal performance and easy installation.Insulation DisplacementConnectors (IDC)Moisture-resistant sealantprotects wires from corrosion.Use with solid copper singleconductorwireCAT 6 RJ-45 Modular PlugsCrimps with a standard RJ-45crimp die. 50 micron goldcontacts, 8-position, 8-contact.Suitable for solid or strandedconductors – 0.26mm 2 –0.33mm 2IDCFAST FACT:Jelly Beans are perfect forextending domestic andcommercial telephone wiring.UR-I, 3-WireTap Splice8-position8 contact,RJ456-position4 contact,RJ11UY-I, 2-WireButt SpliceUB-I, 2-WireTap SpliceData & TelcoPLUGS & Connectors77

IDEAL Datacomm Connectors F-Type Compression and Push-On ConnectorsSatellite and CATVdrops made easyCompression F-Connectors are replacing crimp and screw-onstyle connectors thanks to their ease of installation and superiorperformance. The RTQ range features a nickel-plated brassconstruction for superior corrossion resistance and are suitablefor indoor and outdoor use.IDEAL also has a full range of compression tools that work withthese and most other brands of compression connector.RTQ F-ConnectorsSuitable for use on PF100/CT100/RG-6 & RG-6 Quadcable types and are availablein a variety of pack sizesPush-OnFAST FACT:Push-On F-Connector, PF100/RG6 & RG-59No terminator tool required.All brass nickel-plated construction.Knurled nut for superior grip anddesigned for indoor usePush-On F-Connectors providesecure connections without theneed for any tool.F - Connector forRG-6 Reg/Tri/QuadF - Connector forRG-59 Reg/Tri/QuadF-Type CoaxConnectors8F - Connectorfor RG-11F - Connectorfor RG-6F - Connectorfor Quad

Compression BNC & RCA ConnectorsInnovation with a PurposeCompression connectors foraudio and RF applicationsBNC are a type of RF connector commonly applied to coaxialcable. Often used on CCTV equipment, test instruments and otherradio-frequency electronic equipment, these compression styleconnectors have a moisture inhibiting design.Commonly referred to as “phono” connectors, RCA connectorsare used for carrying audio and video signals. These connectorsare a must for installers of home cinema and high fidelity audiosystems.RCABNC ConnectorsNickel-plated brass constructionfor superior corrosion resistance.75 Ohm nominal impedance andgold-plated pin contact areaFAST FACT:Easy-to-use connectors suitedto the domestic and commercialhome-cinema installation market.RCA ConnectorsBandwidth up to 3 GHZ.Constructed of nickelplatedbrass with goldplatedhead. 75 ohmnominal impedanceBNC - Connectorfor RG-6BNC - Connectorfor RG-59RCA - Connectorfor RG-6RCA - Connectorfor RG-59BNC & RCACONNECTORS9

Electrical Connector Ordering GuideTwister ® Wire ConnectorsModel Qty. Cat. No.340 ® Lt. BlueBox of 100 30-340Jar of 500 30-640J341 ® TanBox of 100 30-341Jar of 400 30-441J342 ® Grey Box of 50 30-342Box of 50 30-144344 ® Red/Yellow Jar of 250 30-244JJar of 500 30-644JIn-Sure Push-In Wire ConnectorsModel Port Qty. Cat. No.32 Red 2-port Box of 100 30-103233 Orange 3-port Box of 100 30-1033WeatherProof Wire ConnectorsModel Qty. Cat. No.61 Blue/OrangeCard of 25 30-161Box of 100 30-26162 Blue/RedCard of 20 30-162Box of 100 30-26263 Blue/Dk. BlueCard of 15 30-163Box of 100 30-263SpliceLine Wire ConnectorsDescription Qty. Cat. No.42 Orange Box of 100 30-104242 Orange Jar of 300 30-1042J34 Yellow 4-port Box of 100 30-103487 Grey 5-port Box of 50 30-08788 Blue 6-port Box of 50 30-08890 Black 8-port Box of 50 30-090Connector KitsModel Description Qty. Cat. No.Twister ® & WeatherProof Connector Premium KitTwister ® ConnectorStarter KitIn-Sure Push-In ConnectorPremium KitIn-Sure Push-In ConnectorStarter Kit40 x Model 340 ®40 x Model 341 ®25 x Model 342 ®25 x Model 344 ®20 x Model 6112 x Model 6212 x Model 6330 x Model 340 ®30 x Model 341 ®15 x Model 344 ®15 x Model 6250 x Model 3250 x Model 3350 x Model 3440 x Model 8720 x Model 8815 x Model 9030 x Model 341 ® (FOC)30 x Model 3230 x Model 3330 x Model 3420 x Model 8830-5000EU30-5001EU30-5020EU30-5021EUUK Distribution Centre, WarringtonIn 1992, IDEAL INDUSTRIES INC.established it’s first subsidiaryoutside of North America in theUK.Focused on providing outstandingcustomer service we continueto serve our customers from astate-of-the-art distributioncentre in Warrington.10

Data/Telco Connector Ordering GuideCompression Coax ConnectorsModel Type Cable Type Qty. Cat. No.PF100/CT100/RG-6 / Card of 10 92-651FReg/Tri/Quad Jar of 50 92-650RG-59 /FJar of 50 92-610Reg/Tri/QuadF RG-6 Jar of 50 89-044F Quad Jar of 50 89-045BNC RG-6 Card of 15 89-048BNC RG-59 Card of 15 89-047RCA* RG-6 Card of 10 89-582RCA* RG-59 Card of 10 89-572*RCA Connectors include an assortment of colour ID bands.Push-On F-Connectors, RG-6 & RG-59Model Type Cable Type Qty. Cat. No.FRG-6 Card of 4 85-065RG-59 Card of 4 85-067Insulation Displacement Connectors (IDC)Model Description Qty. Cat. No.UR-I, 3-Wire Butt Splice IDC 25 85-925UR-I, 3-Wire Butt Splice IDC 100 86-925UR-I, 3-Wire Butt Splice IDC 1,000 87-925UY-I, 2-Wire Butt Splice IDC 25 85-950UB-I, 2-Wire Tap Splice IDC 25 85-900Modular PlugsModel Description Qty. Cat. No.8-Position 8-Contact, RJ-45 25 85-3466-Position 6-Contact, RJ-11 25 85-3456-Position 4-Contact, RJ-11 25 85-344CAT 6 /ISO Class E RJ-45 Modular PlugsModel Description Qty. Cat. No.CAT 6/ISO Class ERJ-45 Modular PlugsStrain Relief Boots forModular Plugs25 85-36625 85-380All products are availablefrom your local electricalwholesaler.Alternatively pleasecontact IDEAL on01925 44 44 46or via email:electrical.enquiries@idealnwd.com11

Also from IDEAL INDUSTRIES.....IDEAL INDUSTRIES NETWORKSIDEAL INDUSTRIES NETWORKS provides test solutionsfor LAN cable installers, network technicians,IT managers, Telecoms operators and service providers.The range includes copper cable testers, Cat 5 to Cat7Acable certifiers, OTDRs, 1 GbE testers, xDSL testers,network troubleshooting tools and more.For more information on our Networks rangeplease visit www.idealnwd.co.ukFor more information about IDEAL INDUSTRIES in EuropeIDEAL INDUSTRIES LIMITEDUnit 3, Europa Court, Europa Boulevard,Westbrook, Warrington, Cheshire, WA5 7TN,United KingdomTel: +44 (0)1925 444446Fax: +44 (0)1925 445501Email: electrical.enquiries@idealnwd.comwww.idealnwd.co.ukIDEAL INDUSTRIES GmbHGutenbergstrasse 10,D - 85737 Ismaning, GermanyTel: +49 (0) 89 99686 0Fax: +49 (0) 89 99686 111Email: germanysales@idealnwd.comwww.idealnwd.deIDEAL INDUSTRIES SASRoute de Gisy, ZA Burospace - Bât 7,F - 91571 BIEVRES CEDEX, FranceTel: +33 (0)1 69 35 54 70Fax: +33 (0)1 60 19 00 48Email: francesales@idealnwd.comwww.idealnwd.fr12

Rev. 1/11IDEAL INDUSTRIES ELECTRICALOver 6,000 items make up the IDEAL familyof products including some whose nameshave become synonymous with their function.Twister ® & In-Sure Wire Connectors,Yellow 77 ® Wire Pulling Lubricant, SureTest ®Electrical Testers and T ® - Stripper WireStrippers are products which have foundtheir way into the tool bags of electrical andnetworking professionals and solidified theIDEAL reputation as a manufacturer ofinnovative and trustworthy products.Every IDEAL product is covered by acomprehensive worldwide warranty.FULL-LINE CATALOGIDEAL FULL-LINE CATALOGWirE TErminaTion n Tools & suppliEssTripmasTEr ® WirE sTrippErs n TEsT & mEasurEmEnTDaTaComm/nETWorksIDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC.Becker Place, Sycamore, IL 60178, USA / 815-895-5181 • 800-435-0705 in USAInternational o fices: Australia • Brazil • Canada • China • Germany • Mexico • Puerto Rico • UKFor complete sales o fice contact information, visit us at:www.idealindustries.comVISION. PERFORMANCE. SERVICE.Form No. P-070Printed in U.S.A.©2011 IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC.13354_CoverSpread_2011catalog.indd 1 11/18/10 4:04:31 PMSINCE 1916For additional information onthe entire range of IDEALWire Connectors or to request a fullline catalogue, visitwww.idealindustries.co.ukAlternatively you can contact us on+44 (0)1925 44 44 46 or via email:electrical.enquiries@idealnwd.comWire Connectors®13

Wire Connectors®For complete sales office contact information, visit us at:www.idealindustries.co.ukIDEAL INDUSTRIES LTD.Unit 3, Europa Court, Europa Boulevard, Westbrook, Warrington, WA5 7TN, UKTel.: +44 (0)1925 44 44 46 • Fax: +44 (0)1925 44 55 01 • electrical.enquiries@idealnwd.comProducts and specifications subject to change. E&OE09/12Form No. P-2873UKPrinted in UK©2011 IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC.