3M 7100165246 Vinyl Insulated Ring Terminal

Product Description

The 3M 7100165246 is a vinyl insulated ring terminal sold in bottles of 100, designed for secure, insulated electrical connections in wire termination applications. The MV18-38RX designation indicates this ring terminal is suited for mid-voltage wire ranges with a standard ring tongue for fastening to studs or screws. The vinyl insulation sleeve provides a protective barrier over the crimped connection, reducing the risk of shorts and abrasion damage in panel, harness, and junction box wiring work. Electricians and panel technicians install these terminals as part of routine wire termination on control circuits, equipment panels, and service connections.

These ring terminals are used in residential and light commercial electrical applications where insulated, reliable terminations are required. Typical install scenarios include control panel wiring, motor lead termination, and equipment hookups where a bolted ring connection is preferred. The 100-count bottle format suits service technicians and panel shops that install terminals in volume. They are appropriate for use in low-voltage control wiring as well as line-voltage branch circuit terminations depending on wire gauge compatibility.

Key Features

• Vinyl insulation sleeve protects the crimped barrel from abrasion and accidental contact
• Ring tongue design allows fastening to a stud or screw terminal without full removal
• 100-count bottle packaging supports volume termination work on service calls and panel builds
• MV18-38RX designation identifies specific wire gauge and stud size range for consistent fitment
• Lightweight construction at 0.01 pounds per unit minimizes added bulk in tight enclosures

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style insulated ring terminal for use in standard electrical termination applications where a vinyl insulated ring tongue connector is specified.

Installation Notes

Ring terminals of this type are installed by licensed electricians or qualified technicians in accordance with NEC requirements for wire termination and insulation. De-energize and lock out the circuit before terminating any conductors. Use a calibrated ratchet crimping tool sized for the wire gauge and terminal barrel to achieve a secure, gas-tight crimp. Do not solder over a crimped vinyl-insulated terminal, as heat can damage the insulation sleeve.

Technical Specifications

• Insulation Type: Vinyl
• Terminal Type: Ring
• Package Quantity: 100 per bottle
• Unit Weight: 0.01 pounds
• UPC: 10051128587345

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7100165246