Thomas Betts -17213-5-BD Ring Terminal 2 Awg

Product Description

The THOMAS BETTS -17213-5-BD is a ring terminal designed for secure, permanent electrical connections on 2 AWG wire to a 5/16 inch stud. Ring terminals provide a reliable mechanical and electrical bond by crimping onto the conductor and fastening under a screw or bolt head. This terminal is suited for power distribution panels, battery connections, grounding applications, and heavy-gauge wiring terminations where vibration resistance and low contact resistance are required. Licensed electricians and experienced electrical tradespeople install these terminals using a calibrated crimping tool matched to the conductor size and terminal barrel.

This ring terminal is appropriate for use in residential, commercial, and light industrial electrical installations wherever 2 AWG conductors require a bolted termination point. Typical applications include main service panel grounding conductors, battery cable terminations, inverter and transfer switch wiring, and marine or automotive power circuits. The 5/16 inch stud size accommodates standard fastener hardware commonly found in electrical enclosures and bussing hardware.

Key Features

• Compatible with 2 AWG wire conductors
• 5/16 inch stud size fits standard electrical hardware fasteners
• Ring-style tongue provides secure bolted termination and prevents accidental disconnection
• Designed for crimped installation using appropriate AWG-matched crimping tool
• Sold in minimum order quantity of 5 units

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style ring terminal for 2 AWG conductors terminated to 5/16 inch stud hardware in standard electrical panels, grounding systems, and power distribution assemblies.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified electrician in accordance with applicable NEC requirements. De-energize and lock out the circuit before terminating any conductor. Use a crimping tool rated for the terminal and conductor size — improper crimping can result in high resistance connections or conductor pull-out. Do not solder a crimped ring terminal unless the terminal is specifically rated for soldering.