Value Collection BD-18361 Locking Fork Terminal 8 Stud 50pk

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION BD-18361 is a partially insulated locking fork terminal designed for crimp-style wire terminations in electrical wiring applications. The red nylon insulation sleeve covers the crimp barrel, leaving the fork contact exposed for secure stud mounting. Built with a copper contact body and tin (TiN) plating, this terminal provides reliable conductivity and corrosion resistance in panel wiring, control circuits, and equipment hookups. Rated at 600 volts, it meets both UL Listed and CSA Certified standards. This item ships in a package quantity of 50 terminals per pack, making it suitable for service vehicles and shop stock.

This locking fork terminal is used wherever a secure, vibration-resistant ring-style connection is required but with the added retention of a locking fork design. The number 8 stud size fits common machine screws and terminal block studs found in residential and light commercial electrical panels, HVAC control boards, motor wiring, and low-voltage equipment enclosures. The red color coding indicates compatibility with wire gauge ranges standard to that insulation color designation. Electricians and HVAC technicians commonly use these terminals for field wiring connections that require a tool-free disconnect with locked retention at the stud.

Key Features

• Locking fork design resists accidental disconnection under vibration
• Copper contact body with TiN plating for conductivity and corrosion resistance
• Partially insulated nylon sleeve protects the crimp barrel while leaving the fork exposed
• Rated at 600 volts for use in standard electrical wiring applications
• Number 8 stud size fits common panel and equipment terminal studs
• UL Listed and CSA Certified for code-compliant installations

Compatibility

Designed as a standard crimp-style locking fork terminal suitable for number 8 stud connections in residential and light commercial electrical and HVAC wiring applications.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by electricians or HVAC technicians using a properly sized ratcheting or hex crimp tool matched to the terminal barrel. Always de-energize the circuit and verify zero voltage with a meter before terminating or removing connections. Ensure the wire gauge is stripped to the correct length and fully seated in the crimp barrel before crimping. Follow NEC requirements for terminal ratings, wire gauge compatibility, and torque specifications at the stud fastener.