{"product_id":"3m-7010398197-locking-fork-terminal-vinyl-insulated","title":"3M 7010398197 Locking Fork Terminal Vinyl Insulated","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 3M 7010398197 is a vinyl-insulated locking fork terminal sold in a bottle of 100. Also referenced as MV18-8FLX, this connector is designed to create a secure, vibration-resistant electrical termination on stranded or solid copper wire. The locking fork design prevents accidental pull-out from screw terminals, making it suitable for panel wiring, control circuits, and equipment terminations where connection integrity is critical. Licensed electricians and control-panel assemblers are the primary installers. The vinyl insulation sleeve provides basic electrical isolation at the termination point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocking fork terminals are used in residential and light commercial electrical panels, HVAC control boards, motor starters, and industrial enclosures where screw-terminal connections must remain secure under vibration or thermal cycling. They are installed on wire ends before landing on a terminal block or equipment lug. The MV18-8FLX designation indicates the part is suitable for the corresponding wire gauge and screw size range as specified by 3M for this product family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLocking fork design resists pull-out and accidental disconnection at screw terminals\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVinyl insulation provides electrical isolation at the termination point\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSold in a bottle of 100 units for bench stock and production use\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAlso identified by product reference MV18-8FLX\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompact, low-profile construction suits tight enclosure wiring layouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned as an OEM-style locking fork terminal for use with standard screw-terminal blocks and equipment lugs in electrical panel and control circuit applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation is performed by licensed electricians or qualified control-panel technicians. De-energize the circuit and verify zero voltage with a meter before terminating or removing any wire. Use a calibrated ratcheting crimping tool sized for the wire gauge and terminal to achieve a secure crimp. Follow NEC guidelines for wire gauge, terminal rating, and panel wiring practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Reference\u003c\/strong\u003e: MV18-8FLX\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInsulation Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Vinyl\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTerminal Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Locking Fork\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity per Bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e: 100\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnit Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.01 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC\u003c\/strong\u003e: 10051128588472\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3M\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 7010398197\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"3M","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51348038844722,"sku":"7010398197","price":8984.32,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/310530572.jpg?v=1782118882","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/3m-7010398197-locking-fork-terminal-vinyl-insulated","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}