3M 7010397428 Fork Terminal Red Vinyl 10 Stud Crimp 100pk

Product Description

The 3M 7010397428 is a standard fork terminal designed for crimp-style wire termination in electrical and low-voltage wiring applications. The terminal features a red vinyl partial insulation sleeve, indicating compatibility with the 22 to 18 AWG wire gauge range typical of red-coded terminals. Forked or spade-style terminations allow the connector to slide under a binding post or screw without fully removing the fastener, making field connections faster and more reliable. This terminal is rated for a number 10 stud size and arrives in a 100-piece package, suited for production wiring, panel assembly, and service-call replenishment.

Fork terminals of this type are used across residential and light commercial electrical work, HVAC control wiring, panel terminations, and automotive or marine accessory installations. The crimp connection method provides a gas-tight mechanical bond when installed with a proper ratchet or die-set crimping tool. Electricians, HVAC technicians, and marine or automotive wiring installers commonly specify this terminal for low-voltage control circuits, ground connections, and screw-terminal block applications where tool-free removal is needed.

Key Features

• Fork or spade configuration accepts number 10 stud without full fastener removal
• Red vinyl partial insulation sleeve for color-coded wire gauge identification
• Crimp termination method provides a secure, gas-tight mechanical connection
• 100-piece package supports production runs and service inventory stocking
• Partially insulated design allows visual inspection of the wire-to-barrel connection

Compatibility

Designed as a standard OEM-style crimp fork terminal for use with number 10 stud size fasteners in low-voltage and line-voltage electrical wiring applications.

Installation Notes

Installation requires a calibrated ratchet crimping tool matched to the terminal barrel size. Always de-energize the circuit and verify with a meter before terminating wires. Strip wire insulation to the barrel depth specified by the crimping tool manufacturer. Do not use pliers or non-ratchet tools as substitutes, as improper crimp force can result in a failed or high-resistance connection.