3M™ Scotchlok™ Moisture Guard Connectors

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Grease protects against moisture

Suitable for applications requiring moisture and UV protection

Accommodates 16 to 14 AWG solid/stranded, 12 AWG stranded (outer ports) and 18 AWG solid/stranded, 20 AWG stranded (inner port)

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Grease protects against moisture
Suitable for applications requiring moisture and UV protection
Accommodates 16 to 14 AWG solid/stranded, 12 AWG stranded (outer ports) and 18 AWG solid/stranded, 20 AWG stranded (inner port)
C UL Listed and RoHS 2011/65/EU Compliant

3M™ Scotchlok™ Moisture Guard Connector MGC offers a convenient solution to connect wires for landscape irrigation and lighting applications. The mineral oil based grease inside the connector safeguards against moisture.

3M™ Scotchlok™ Moisture Guard Connector MGC is ideal for applications requiring moisture and UV protection. The connector housing is weather resistant for above ground applications. The connector has a weather resistant polycarbonate body and withstands temperatures up to 221 degrees F (105 degrees C). It is 600V rated for building wire and 1000V rated for signs, fixtures and luminaires. C UL Listed and RoHS 2011/65/EU Compliant.

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Brands	Scotchlok™
Conductor Sizes (Imperial)	12 AWG (Stranded), 14 AWG, 18 AWG
Conductor Sizes (Metric)	1 mm², 2.5 mm², 4 mm² (Stranded)
Connection Type	Moisture Guard
Connector Style	Insulation Displacement
Flame Retardant	UL-94 V-2, No
Grease Filling Against Corrosion	No
Insulation Material	Polycarbonate
Interrupt Free Shifting	No
Material	Flame Retardant Polycarbonate
Maximum Conductor Size (Imperial)	12 AWG (Stranded), 14 AWG
Maximum Conductor Size (Metric)	2.5 mm², 4 mm² (Stranded)
Maximum Insulation Diameter (Inside Port)	0.15 in
Maximum Insulation Diameter (Inside Port) (Metric)	3.8 mm
Maximum Insulation Diameter (Outside Port)	0.21 in
Maximum Insulation Diameter (Outside Port) (Metric)	5.3 mm
Maximum Operating Temperature (Celsius)	105 ℃
Maximum Operating Temperature (Fahrenheit)	221 ℉
Maximum Voltage Rating	600 V, 600 V (1000 V in signs, lighting fixtures and luminaries)
Minimum Conductor Size (Imperial)	14 AWG, 18 AWG
Minimum Conductor Size (Metric)	1 mm², 2.5 mm²
Moisture Resistant	Yes
Package Quantity	30
Product Type	Connector
UL File Number	E23438
Wire Connector Type	IDC Connectors

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3M™ Scotchlok™ Moisture Guard Connector Data Sheet

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