Tuesday, May 13, 2014

Various Kinds Of Crimping Lugs

By Ashis Jain


Crimping lugs are an important part of crimping systems for power carrying conductors. Crimping lugs are designed to have efficient mechanical strength and electrical conductivity to enable them perform their function. Crimping lugs are of different types in order to be used for varied uses.

Lugs can vary when it comes to the types of materials used in their manufacture. You will find copper ring type lugs, which are made using wrought copper. These lugs are also electroplated to prevent abrasion and corrosion that may lessen the lifespan of these tools. This kind of lugs can be used for both industrial and commercial applications.

The other types of lugs that vary mainly in terms of the materials used to manufacture are aluminium lugs. These types of lugs offer great conductivity as compared to the copper ring type lugs. They are also provided with electroplating, which is usually very important in ensuring maximum abrasion and corrosion resistance. The electroplating ensures that they last long.

You can also find the pin type lugs, which are quite efficient. These lugs come with an opening similar to the other lugs but instead of the other side that will be fixed onto the device being circular, it is instead a long pin; hence, its name. These pin lugs can be found in various diameters thus enabling them to be used in different places. The pin side has to be inserted into the appropriate place unlike the other sorts of lugs such as the copper ring type, which are usually fixed around a nut. These lugs are very efficient and can stand corrosion, which makes them perfect for use in the electrical industry.

There are also the tubular types of crimping lugs that are the best for use as in-line connector for wires that have different cross sections. The tubular lugs are of different types depending on what you would want to use them for. When manufacturing these lugs, manufacturers use electrolyte copper. These lugs are also coated with tin, which prevents oxidation and ensures resistance to corrosion.

You are also likely to find in line connector lugs. These lugs are very efficient in the fast transmission of electrical cables. They are advantageous since they offer varied levels of sealing, damage protection and strain relief.

The other common type of crimping lug is the fork type. Just like the its name suggests, these lugs look like a fork where they should be attached, they have two extensions rather than the standard circular ring that many lugs have. These lugs are produced using the most advanced technology and are the most useful in the transition connection of circular aluminium wires in addition to copper devices of electrical equipment.

Insulated lugs are the other types of lugs that you are likely to find in the market. These lugs are usually well known for their reliability and durability. They are best for use in wiring for connecting electrical outlets and switches to the mains. With all the different types of crimping lugs, you are likely to find some that have crimping terminals that are essential for fastening further.




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