3M 7000133653 Block Fork Terminal Awg 22-18 Stud 8

Product Description

The 3M 7000133653 is a vinyl insulated block fork terminal designed for use with 22-18 AWG wire and a number 8 stud size. It provides the same mechanical holding strength as a standard fork terminal, but its sides lie flat against the barrier portion of a terminal block, making it compatible with barrier-style terminal block installations where a conventional fork terminal would not seat correctly. Electricians and panel wiring technicians use this terminal where secure, low-profile connections to terminal blocks are required. The vinyl insulation protects the connection from incidental contact and provides basic strain relief at the wire entry point.

This block fork terminal is suited for residential and light commercial electrical applications, control wiring, and panel work where terminal blocks are the primary connection method. Its flat-sided geometry allows it to lie flush against barrier strips, which is a requirement in many instrumentation, control panel, and HVAC low-voltage wiring scenarios. Sold in packs of 10 bags, it is appropriate for service technicians and panel builders who need a reliable, insulated fork connection for 22-18 AWG conductors at number 8 stud positions.

Key Features

• Accepts 22-18 AWG wire range for versatile low-voltage and control circuit use
• Flat-sided block fork geometry seats flush against terminal block barriers
• Vinyl insulation provides electrical protection and wire entry strain relief
• Number 8 stud size fits standard terminal block stud configurations
• Delivers equivalent mechanical strength to a standard open-barrel fork terminal

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement and standard-fit terminal for barrier-style terminal blocks accepting a number 8 stud and 22-18 AWG wire.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified electrician in accordance with applicable NEC requirements. De-energize and lock out the circuit before crimping or connecting any terminal. Use a calibrated ratchet crimping tool sized for 22-18 AWG insulated terminals to ensure a proper crimp that retains both the wire conductor and the insulation barrel. Do not over-strip the wire; follow the terminal manufacturer's strip length guidance to prevent exposed conductor beyond the insulation barrel.

Technical Specifications

• Wire Range: 22-18 AWG
• Stud Size: 8
• Insulation Type: Vinyl
• Terminal Style: Block Fork
• Package Quantity: 10 bags
• Weight: 0.06 pounds
• UPC: 00051128599952

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7000133653