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Copper split-bolt connector, unplated, square head, 1.14 in long

Burndy

Burndy KS17 Split-Bolt Connector 8 AWG to 6 AWG

SKU CH-F2JA-SZ854

Split-bolt connector joins 8 AWG to 6 AWG copper conductors with 165 in-lb torque and 35,000 V rating

  • Product typeElectrical Connectors
  • Copper body ensures high conductivity for reliable connections
  • Accommodates 8 AWG to 6 AWG run wires for versatile splicing
  • Tap range from 14 AWG to 6 AWG supports multiple wire combinations
  • Rated to 35,000 volts for high-voltage applications
  • RoHS compliant for environmental safety

Burndy KS17 Split-Bolt Connector

The Burndy KS17 is a copper split-bolt connector designed for joining solid or stranded copper conductors in electrical installations. It accepts run wires from 8 AWG to 6 AWG and tap wires from 14 AWG to 6 AWG. The unplated copper body provides direct metal-to-metal contact for reliable conductivity in industrial and automotive wiring tasks.

Installation uses a square-head hex nut tightened

A 0.63 in hex nut secures the connection with a square-head design that resists rounding during tightening. Applying the specified 165 in-lb torque ensures proper clamping force without damaging the copper body. Over-tightening can deform the connector while under-torquing risks loose connections that increase resistance and heat.

Rated for 35,000 V and 194 °F maximum operating

The connector handles high-voltage applications up to 35,000 V within its wire-range limits. Its copper construction withstands continuous temperatures up to 194 °F. It is not suited for aluminium conductors or wire sizes outside the 8 AWG to 6 AWG run and 14 AWG to 6 AWG tap ranges. RoHS compliant.

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Specifications

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Brand nameBURNDY
Product typeElectrical Connectors

Questions about this item

How can I verify the KS17 split-bolt is torqued correctly after installation?

Tighten the square-head nut to 165 in-lb using a calibrated torque wrench; the joint should hold copper conductors from 8 AWG to 6 AWG run and 14 AWG to 6 AWG tap without movement.

What comes with the KS17 connector and what must I supply separately?

The package includes the unplated copper split-bolt body with square head and 0.63 in hex nut; you must provide the copper conductors and a torque wrench capable of 165 in-lb.

Which KS17 variant should I choose for a 6 AWG copper run and 14 AWG copper tap?

This single model covers 8 AWG to 6 AWG run and 14 AWG to 6 AWG tap, so it fits both conductor sizes without needing a different version.

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