3M 7100164302 Female Disconnect Terminal 16-14 Awg

Product Description

The 3M 7100164302 is a fully insulated female disconnect terminal designed for secure, tool-free electrical connections in wire harness and panel wiring applications. Compatible with 16-14 AWG wire, this terminal connects to a mating male tab by slipping the female tongue over the tab. Dents and rolled edges on the female contact provide strong holding force while still allowing fast, clean disconnection when needed. Weighing just 0.01 pounds each, these terminals are suited for high-volume wiring tasks where speed and reliability are both critical.

This disconnect terminal is used in residential, commercial, and light industrial electrical work where quick-connect wiring points are required. Common applications include control panel wiring, appliance harness assembly, HVAC low-voltage control circuits, and automotive or equipment wiring. Electricians and assembly technicians typically install these terminals with a ratchet crimping tool sized for 16-14 AWG insulated terminals. The fully insulated sleeve helps prevent incidental contact with adjacent conductors in tight wiring spaces.

Key Features

• Wire range of 16-14 AWG accommodates common control and power wiring gauges
• Dents and rolled edges on the female contact deliver strong retention with easy release
• Fully insulated body reduces risk of incidental conductor contact in congested panels
• Tongue-over-tab mating design allows fast, tool-free disconnect during service
• Sold individually with a minimum order quantity of 1000 units per case for production use

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation female disconnect terminal for use with standard 0.250-inch male tab connectors in 16-14 AWG wiring applications.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified electrician or trained wiring technician. De-energize all circuits before crimping or connecting terminals. Use a calibrated ratchet crimping tool rated for insulated 16-14 AWG terminals to ensure a secure, gas-tight crimp. Do not use pliers or non-rated tools as a substitute, as an improper crimp can result in high-resistance connections or terminal pull-out.

Technical Specifications

• Wire Range: 16-14 AWG
• Weight: 0.01 pounds each
• Unit of Measure: Each
• Minimum Order Quantity: 1000
• UPC: 00054007695752

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7100164302