Bare to ABC Insulation Piercing Connector (IPC)  Class A1

The Bare to ABC Insulation Piercing Connector (IPC) – Class A1 is engineered for safe and reliable connections between Low Voltage (LV) bare conductors (Aluminium Alloy or Copper) and Aerial Bundled Conductors (ABC). It is designed to provide secure and durable performance while ensuring compatibility with both insulated and bare conductor systems. This connector is widely used in LV distribution networks, offering excellent efficiency, durability, and safety, making it a trusted solution for power utilities and electrical contractors.

 

Product Description:

The Bare to ABC Insulation Piercing Connector (IPC) – Class A1 is a fully insulated connector developed for LV overhead distribution systems, enabling tap connections between ABC networks and bare main conductors. Certified with TNB Sijil Guna Pakai (SGP), it fully complies with TNB and SESB technical specifications, ensuring it meets Malaysian utility standards.

This IPC is designed with side entries, making it suitable for earthing operations using small bare conductors from insulated neutral messengers 25, 70, and 120mm² (K254_MAL) and 120mm² (K257_MAL). It allows efficient, safe, and long-lasting installations without the need for conductor stripping.

General Features & Benefits:

• Fully insulated design, suitable for live-line works.

• Enables direct connection between bare LV conductors (Aluminium Alloy/Copper) and ABC insulated conductors.

• Side entry design allows earthing operations with neutral messengers.

• Uses piercing insulation technology to establish secure connections – no stripping required.

• Movable sealing end cap enables tap connection on either the right or left side.

• Suitable for outdoor use in tropical zones, operating under 100% humidity, heavy rainfall, ambient temperatures of 28°C–45°C, and up to 200 thunder-days per annum.

• Constructed with Nylon PA66 polyamide insulation material, offering high mechanical strength, weather resistance, UV protection, and long-term durability.

• Aluminium alloy contact plate ensures excellent conductivity and corrosion resistance.

• Potential-free tightening screw design enhances operator safety.

• Tightening efficiency is guaranteed by two shear head screws made of metal and two upper bodies.

• Designed for continuous operation in 3-phase, 4-wire, 400V (+10%/-6%), 50Hz multiple neutral-earthed distribution systems.

• Meets international standards NF C 33-020 and EN 50-483.

• Certified with TNB Sijil Guna Pakai (SGP) and compliant with TNB & SESB technical specifications.

• Operational voltage: 415V