3M 7010397279 Ring Terminal 16-14 Awg Crimp

Product Description

The 3M 7010397279 is a partially insulated circular ring terminal designed for crimp-style wire terminations on copper conductors in the 16 to 14 AWG range. The blue vinyl insulation sleeve provides partial coverage for quick visual identification and protection at the barrel end of the connection. At 0.8 inches in overall length and 0.33 inches in ring width, this terminal is sized for No. 8 stud applications. Electricians and low-voltage technicians use these terminals to create reliable, gas-tight connections on panel wiring, control circuits, and equipment grounding points. The copper contact material ensures solid conductivity and long-term connection integrity.

This ring terminal is suited for residential and light commercial electrical work, including control panel builds, motor wiring, HVAC low-voltage circuits, and equipment terminations where a secure mechanical connection to a No. 8 stud or screw is required. The crimp connection method is compatible with standard ratcheting crimpers used in the electrical trade. Sold in a package quantity of 100, this terminal is a practical bench stock item for service vans and panel shops handling repetitive wiring tasks in the 16 to 14 AWG wire range.

Key Features

• Partially insulated design with blue vinyl sleeve for easy AWG range identification
• Copper contact material for reliable conductivity and corrosion resistance
• Crimp connection type compatible with standard ratcheting hand crimpers
• Sized for No. 8 stud applications at 0.33 inches ring width
• CSA Certified and UL Listed for use in code-compliant installations
• RoHS 2011 and EU Compliant for use in regulated environments

Compatibility

Designed for use with 16 to 14 AWG copper conductors and No. 8 mounting studs or screws in standard crimp termination applications.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed electrician or qualified technician. De-energize all circuits and verify absence of voltage before terminating wires. Use a calibrated ratcheting crimper rated for the wire gauge and terminal type to achieve a proper gas-tight crimp. Do not use pliers or non-rated tools as substitutes for a proper crimping tool, as under-crimped terminals can result in high-resistance connections or mechanical failure.