Simplifying connector installation 

Amphenol Industrial Operations’ RadCrimp for 8~6 American Wire Gage (AWG), developed in partnership with Melni Technologies, improves crimp reliability in the field, while helping to reduce the amount of failures that are directly related to improper crimping. Amphenol’s RadCrimp series is suited for use in new solar PV installations, field retrofits and repairs in solar installations, and any other field terminations requiring a reliable sealed power connection. The key advantages of the new RadCrimp for 8~6 AWG include the elimination of the crimping process and the need for specialized crimping tools, making the RadCrimp safe to install by field technicians, which reduces labor time and cost; very quick, simple and long-lasting connection with Dual Helix Spiral Termination technology; RadCrimp is certified according to UL 6703 and IEC 62852 standards for 1500Vdc; versatile wire compatibility accommodates a wide range of photovoltaic wire sizes, from 8 AWG (50A) to 6 AWG (65A) and 12 AWG (20A) to 10 AWG (30A), ensuring its viability for various solar installations and configurations; and IP68 sealing protection, ensuring connectors are safeguarded against dust ingress and water immersion, crucial for maintaining functionality in the demanding environments typical of solar energy applications.

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Volume: 2024 September/October