T-Tap Female Connectors - Single Blade
Quick and Efficient T-Tap Single Blade Female Connectors for Safe Electrical Integration
T-Tap single blade female connectors are designed to simplify electrical connections, offering a quick and efficient method for integrating into circuits. These connectors allow users to connect to insulated copper wires—whether solid or stranded—without the need for cutting or stripping the wire. Crafted with a flame-retardant nylon insulator and a tin-plated brass element, they are built for reliability and safety. Utilizing a T-Tap connector is straightforward: simply close it over the wire and apply slight pressure with pliers. The tin-plated brass blade will automatically strip the wire insulation, creating a secure and efficient connection.
A T-Tap connector is designed to integrate into the circuit via a male tab push-on terminal, completing a T-splice. This configuration not only facilitates easy integration but also allows for convenient disconnection when needed. These connectors are widely used across various applications, such as signs, fixtures, luminaries, and in wiring kits for aftermarket or add-on parts. However, T-Tap connectors are not weather-resistant and should be avoided in outdoor or exposed environments.
Key specifications include compatibility with .250-inch male blades, a voltage rating of 600V, and a temperature tolerance of up to 105°C (221°F). Though UL E96029 certified, they are not CSA listed. Their versatility and ease of use make them indispensable for many wiring projects, provided the environmental conditions are suitable.
- Single blade connection.
- UL E96029, NOT CSA Listed.
- Rated for 600V.
- Temperature Rating: 105°C (221°F).
- Female T-tap connectors mate with .250" male blades.
- The female t-taps mate with these male terminals:
Non‑insulated
132005 – Non‑Insulated Push‑On Terminal, Male, .250″, 16–14 AWG
High‑temperature
332005 – High‑Temp Push‑On Terminal, Male, .250″, 16–14 AWG (rated to ~1200 °F)
Vinyl‑insulated
532005 – Vinyl Push‑On Terminal, Funnel Entry, Male, .250″, Blue, 16–14 AWG
Nylon‑insulated (fully insulated)
834005 – Nylon Push‑On Terminal, Male, Fully Insulated, .250″, Blue, 16–14 AWG
Piggy‑back (male tab with additional female receptacle)
100675 – Non‑Insulated Piggy‑Back Push‑On Terminal, .250″, 16–14 AWG