3M 7010319498 Female Wire Disconnect 22-18 Awg Red

Product Description

The 3M 7010319498 is a fully insulated female wire disconnect terminal designed for secure, tool-free electrical connections in a wide range of low-voltage wiring applications. Built with a red nylon insulating sleeve, this disconnect accepts conductors in the 22-18 AWG range and features a 0.187 inch tab width, the standard 3/16 inch quick-disconnect tab size used throughout HVAC controls, appliance wiring, and electrical panel sub-assemblies. The nylon insulation provides dielectric protection at the termination point and resists cracking during insertion and removal. This terminal is RoHS 2011/65/EU compliant, making it appropriate for use in both domestic and export assemblies.

This female disconnect is suited for residential and light commercial applications where removable, slip-on wiring connections are required. Common install scenarios include HVAC control board harnesses, thermostat sub-bases, motor lead connections, and appliance control wiring. Electricians, HVAC technicians, and electrical assembly crews reach for this terminal when building or servicing quick-disconnect wiring harnesses that need to be detached and reattached without cutting wire. The red color coding corresponds to the 22-18 AWG wire range, making polarity and size identification fast on the bench or in the field.

Key Features

• Fully insulated nylon sleeve provides dielectric protection and insulates the full tab connection
• 0.187 inch (3/16 inch) tab width fits the most common quick-disconnect receptacle standard
• Rated for 22-18 AWG conductors to match the red color-coded insulation convention
• Red insulation color provides at-a-glance wire gauge identification during assembly and service
• RoHS 2011/65/EU compliant for use in restricted-hazardous-substance applications
• Sold in a 100-piece package quantity, suitable for job-lot stocking

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style female quick-disconnect terminal for use with 0.187 inch male tab receptacles across residential and light commercial wiring harness assemblies.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by electricians or HVAC technicians using a ratcheting or calibrated crimp tool rated for insulated disconnect terminals in the 22-18 AWG range. Always de-energize the circuit and verify zero voltage with a meter before terminating or removing any disconnect. Do not use pliers or non-calibrated tools to crimp, as an improper crimp can result in high-resistance connections or pull-out failures. Follow applicable NEC requirements for terminal and conductor sizing in the circuit being serviced.