{"product_id":"ideal-btc500-14-piercing-tap-connector","title":"Ideal BTC500-14 Piercing Tap Connector","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IDEAL BTC500-14 is a piercing tap connector designed to establish a branch circuit connection on an insulated conductor without stripping the wire. The connector uses an insulation-piercing contact to bite through the jacket and make a reliable electrical connection, allowing a tap wire to be added to a run wire in the field. Electricians and utility technicians install this type of connector where a mid-span branch connection is required and wire stripping is impractical or undesirable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BTC500-14 is suited for use in residential and light commercial electrical work where insulation-piercing tap connections are needed on compatible wire gauges. It is typically applied on service entrance work, street lighting circuits, and secondary distribution taps where a secure, weather-resistant branch point must be made quickly without interrupting the main conductor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInsulation-piercing design eliminates the need to strip wire insulation before making the tap connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAllows branch circuit taps to be made on an energized or de-energized run conductor\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompact form factor for use in confined junction or splice locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for field installation by electricians using standard hand tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned as an OEM-style replacement or direct-use piercing tap connector for compatible insulated conductors in residential and light commercial electrical installations. Verify conductor gauge compatibility against the BTC500-14 specification sheet before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation should be performed by a qualified electrician in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and applicable local codes. De-energize and lock out the circuit before installing the connector whenever possible. Seat the connector fully and torque the mechanical fastener per the tool or connector instructions to ensure a reliable pierce and contact. Do not reuse a connector that has already been seated on a conductor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.46 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC\u003c\/strong\u003e: 78178945451\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: IDEAL\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: BTC500-14\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"IDEAL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51383935303986,"sku":"BTC500-14","price":128.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/312678134.jpg?v=1782612383","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/ideal-btc500-14-piercing-tap-connector","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}