3M 7100165283 Vinyl Insulated Ring Terminal 50/bottle

Product Description

The 3M 7100165283 is a vinyl insulated ring terminal sold in bottles of 50 under the internal designation MVU10-38R/SX. Ring terminals of this type provide a secure, vibration-resistant electrical connection between a conductor and a threaded stud or screw. The vinyl insulation sleeve protects the crimped barrel from moisture, abrasion, and incidental contact with adjacent conductors. These terminals are used where a reliable, loop-style mechanical termination is required in low-voltage wiring assemblies across electrical, HVAC control wiring, and panel work.

Vinyl insulated ring terminals are a standard consumable in residential and light commercial electrical work, control panel assembly, and equipment service. Electricians and HVAC technicians reach for ring terminals when terminating ground wires, bonding jumpers, or control circuit conductors to buss bars, ground lugs, and terminal blocks. The MVU10-38R/SX designation identifies the wire range and stud size compatibility for this specific terminal — verify those parameters against the conductor gauge and hardware size before installation.

Key Features

• Vinyl insulated barrel provides abrasion and moisture resistance at the termination point
• Ring tongue design seats securely over threaded studs and screws for a mechanically stable connection
• Sold in bottles of 50, suited for service truck stock or job-site use
• MVU10-38R/SX designation identifies wire gauge range and stud size for proper selection
• Lightweight at 0.01 pounds per unit, minimizing added load in panel or enclosure installations

Compatibility

Designed as a standard vinyl insulated ring terminal for use in low-voltage control wiring, grounding, and general electrical termination applications. Confirm conductor gauge range and stud size from the MVU10-38R/SX designation before installation.

Installation Notes

Ring terminals are installed by licensed electricians and HVAC technicians in accordance with NEC requirements for conductor terminations. De-energize the circuit completely before crimping or connecting any terminal. Use a calibrated ratcheting crimping tool matched to the terminal's wire gauge range — an improper crimp is the leading cause of terminal failure. Do not solder over a crimped vinyl terminal, as heat can degrade the insulation sleeve.

Technical Specifications

• Insulation Type: Vinyl
• Terminal Style: Ring
• Part Designation: MVU10-38R/SX
• Quantity per Bottle: 50
• Weight (per unit): 0.01 pounds
• UPC: 10051128588823

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7100165283