Value Collection BD-18555 Idc Tap Splice Connector 18-10 Awg 25pk

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION BD-18555 is an IDC (insulation displacement contact) tap quick splice connector designed for fast, tool-free wire tapping on 18 to 10 AWG conductors. The connector accepts two wire entries, allowing a branch wire to tap into a main run without cutting or stripping either wire. The spring-loaded blade pierces the insulation and makes contact when the cap is pressed closed. This connector is a standard choice for electricians and automotive or low-voltage installation technicians who need a reliable, repeatable splice in tight spaces or high-volume wiring runs. The brown housing color indicates compatibility with the 18 to 10 AWG wire range per the IDC color coding convention.

This connector is suited for residential and light commercial electrical work, automotive wiring, trailer wiring, landscape lighting, and low-voltage control wiring. It is commonly used where adding a branch circuit to an existing wire run is needed without interrupting service or using a wire nut and tape. Each package contains 25 connectors, making it practical for service vans and panel shops that go through volume quantities on repeat jobs.

Key Features

• IDC termination method requires no wire stripping — insulation displacement blade makes contact on closure
• Accepts 18 to 10 AWG wire on both the main and tap conductor
• Two wire entries per connector for a single main-to-branch tap configuration
• Brown housing for quick visual identification of the 18 to 10 AWG size range
• Rated to 221 degrees F maximum operating temperature for use in warm environments
• Sold in packs of 25 for jobsite and service-van stocking

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose IDC tap splice connector compatible with solid or stranded copper conductors in the 18 to 10 AWG range.

Installation Notes

Installation requires no special tools — place the main and tap wires into the appropriate channels and press the cap closed with pliers or a purpose-built IDC cap tool until fully seated. Always de-energize the circuit before making any splice connection. Verify that both conductors fall within the 18 to 10 AWG rated range before closing the connector, as undersized or oversized wire may result in a poor or open connection. Follow all applicable NEC requirements for the circuit type and environment where the connector is installed.