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Black banana plug patch cord, 24 inches, polypropylene body, brass contacts

Pomona Electronics

Pomona Electronics 1581 Banana Plug Patch Cord 24 in measurement tool

SKU CH-9XE8-9T19C MPN 1581

A 24-inch banana plug patch cord rated for 15 amps, 30 Vac or 60 Vdc hand-held and 1000 V hands-free, with 18 AWG wire and polypropylene body

  • Color and finishBlack
  • Product typeElectronic
  • 15 A current capacity for high-power test circuits
  • 18 AWG wire gauge ensures low resistance connections
  • 24 inch length provides flexible bench reach
  • Stackable banana plugs enable parallel circuit configurations
  • 1000 V hands-free rating for safe elevated measurements

Ideal test-lead length

The Pomona Electronics 1581 banana plug patch cord measures 24 inches and uses 18 AWG wire rated for 15 amps. It suits engineers and technicians who need a reliable hand-held connection up to 30 Vac or 60 Vdc and a hands-free rating of 1000 V.

Stacking compatibility

This cord mates with model 1581, model 2854 or any standard banana jack and supports vertical stacking for dense test panels. Upgrade from shorter or non-stacking leads when you need the extra reach and the ability to piggy-back connections without signal degradation.

Setup verification

Confirm your instrument panels accept standard banana plugs and that the 24-inch length fits the bench layout. Verify the maximum operating temperature of 55 °C (131 °F) meets the environmental conditions of the application.

How it compares

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Price $6.99
Cheaper than about 94% of the 3,030 comparable items (median $54.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand namePOMONA
Color and finishBlack
Product typeElectronic

Questions about this item

Will the 24 in cord with 18 AWG wire and banana plugs reach across my bench power supply terminals?

The cord measures 24 in end to end and uses 18 AWG wire terminated with stackable banana plugs that mate to standard banana jacks, so it spans typical bench supply spacing.

Do I need to solder or crimp anything when installing the Pomona 1581 patch cord?

No soldering or crimping is required; the brass banana plugs are pre-terminated and insert directly into compatible banana jacks, but the plugs must be fully seated to achieve the 15 A rating.

When should I replace the cord if the polypropylene body or brass contacts degrade?

Replace the cord if the black polypropylene insulation shows cracking above 55 °C operating temperature, if the brass contacts become loose in jacks, or if the 30 Vac/60 Vdc hand-held or 1000 V hands-free ratings can no longer be maintained.

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