Thomas Betts RA18-10FL Locking Fork Terminal 10 Stud

Product Description

The THOMAS BETTS RA18-10FL is a locking fork terminal designed for secure, vibration-resistant electrical connections in panel wiring, control circuits, and equipment terminations. Partially insulated with a nylon sleeve, it accepts a number 10 stud and is installed via crimp connection. The copper contact is plated with TiN (titanium nitride) for corrosion resistance and reliable conductivity. Rated at 600 volts, this terminal meets UL 486A, UL 486B, and CSA 22.2 standards, making it suitable for commercial and industrial wiring applications. Electricians and panel technicians use this terminal where a removable yet locked connection to a screw or stud is required.

This locking fork terminal is used in residential, commercial, and light industrial electrical work where a crimp-on spade-style connection must resist accidental disconnection. Typical applications include control panel wiring, equipment grounding, and terminal block connections. The red color coding indicates compatibility with wire gauges in the 18 AWG range per standard terminal color conventions. Sold in packages of 100, this terminal suits both service work and production wiring tasks.

Key Features

• Locking design resists accidental pull-off on number 10 stud connections
• Partially insulated nylon sleeve rated UL 94 V-2 for flame resistance
• TiN-plated copper contact for corrosion resistance and low contact resistance
• 600-volt rating meets UL 486A, UL 486B, and CSA 22.2 requirements
• RoHS compliant construction
• Packaged in quantities of 100 for high-volume wiring jobs

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style crimp locking fork terminal for use with number 10 studs and screws in standard residential, commercial, and industrial electrical panel and equipment wiring applications.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed electrician in accordance with NEC requirements. De-energize and lock out the circuit before terminating any conductors. Use a calibrated ratchet crimping tool appropriate for the wire gauge and terminal series to ensure a gas-tight crimp. Do not re-crimp a terminal that has already been seated, as this can compromise the connection integrity.