Thomas Betts PT70M Crimp-on Wire Joint 18-12 Awg 200 Pack

Product Description

The THOMAS BETTS PT70M is a non-insulated, one-piece crimp-on wire joint designed to terminate and group copper conductors running in a single direction. Constructed from copper-plated steel with a nylon insulation material, this connector accepts wire sizes from 18 AWG to 12 AWG. It carries a voltage rating of 600 volts for standard applications and 1000 volts for fixture and sign wiring, with a temperature rating of 105 degrees C. The PT70M is sold in a standard package of 200 pieces, making it a practical stock item for panel shops, fixture installers, and sign fabricators.

This wire joint is suited for residential and commercial electrical wiring applications where multiple conductors must be terminated at a common point in one direction. Typical uses include fixture wiring, sign wiring, and control panel assembly. The connector accommodates a minimum wire combination of three 18 AWG conductors and a maximum combination of four 12 AWG conductors, covering a wide range of bundling scenarios encountered in day-to-day electrical work. Licensed electricians and panel technicians are the primary installers of this type of connector.

Key Features

• Non-insulated, one-piece construction for straightforward crimp termination
• Copper-plated steel body with nylon insulation material for durability
• Accepts 18 AWG to 12 AWG copper wire
• Rated 600 volts general use and 1000 volts for fixture and sign applications
• Temperature rated to 105 degrees C
• UL and CSA approved
• Packaged 200 pieces per unit for convenient field and shop stocking

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style crimp connector for copper conductor applications ranging from 18 AWG to 12 AWG, suitable for fixture, sign, and general low-voltage wiring assemblies where non-insulated crimp terminations are required.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed electrician in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and any applicable local codes. De-energize all circuits completely before making or modifying terminations. Use a properly calibrated ratchet crimp tool rated for the connector series to ensure a gas-tight connection. Do not apply this connector to aluminum conductors, as it is rated for copper wire only.

Technical Specifications

• Wire Type: Copper
• Wire Size Range: 18 AWG to 12 AWG
• Minimum Wire Combination Size: (3) 18 AWG
• Maximum Wire Combination Size: (4) 12 AWG
• Voltage Rating: 600 volts (general); 1000 volts (fixture, sign)
• Temperature Rating: 105 degrees C
• Connector Type: Non-Insulated
• Construction: One-piece, copper-plated steel
• Insulation Material: Nylon
• Approvals: UL, CSA
• Standard Package Quantity: 200 pieces
• Package Dimensions: 12.0 inches (length) x 5.4 inches (height) x 3.8 inches (width)
• Package Weight: 2.5 pounds
• Country of Origin: US

Standard Information

• Brand: THOMAS BETTS
• Manufacturer Part Number: PT70M