3M 7010297781 Fork Terminal Yellow Vinyl 10 Stud Crimp 50pk

Product Description

The 3M 7010297781 is a standard fork terminal designed for crimp-style wire termination in electrical wiring applications. The terminal features partial vinyl insulation in yellow, making it easy to identify during installation and inspection. Built with copper contacts and a tin (TiN) plating, it delivers reliable conductivity and corrosion resistance in panel wiring, control circuits, and general electrical work. At 1.03 inches overall length and 0.32 inches fork width, it fits a No. 10 stud size. The 0.04-inch thickness keeps the profile low in tight terminal blocks and enclosures. Licensed electricians and industrial maintenance technicians typically install these during panel builds or field wiring tasks.

This fork terminal is suited for residential, commercial, and light industrial electrical applications where a secure, removable screw-lug connection is needed. The crimp connection method is compatible with standard ratcheting crimp tools. Typical use cases include control panel wiring, appliance terminals, and equipment grounding or signal connections where the No. 10 stud size is specified. Each package contains 50 terminals, making it practical for both single-job use and shop-stock replenishment.

Key Features

• Crimp-style connection for fast, consistent termination without soldering
• Partial vinyl insulation in yellow for quick visual identification by wire gauge range
• Copper contacts with TiN plating for conductivity and corrosion resistance
• Fork width of 0.32 inches fits No. 10 stud hardware
• CSA Certified and UL Listed (UL File E23438) for code-compliant installations
• RoHS 2011/65/EU compliant

Compatibility

Designed as a standard crimp fork terminal for use with No. 10 stud fasteners in general electrical wiring and control panel applications.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by licensed electricians or qualified maintenance personnel. De-energize all circuits before terminating or replacing connectors, following NEC lockout/tagout procedures. Use a ratcheting crimp tool sized for the terminal and wire gauge to ensure a proper mechanical and electrical crimp. Inspect the crimped connection for full conductor engagement before torquing the stud fastener.