
Product Overview
This nylon-insulated 3M™ Scotchlok™ Insulation Displacement Connector 314 is designed to electrically connect two or three wire ends while providing insulation and a moisture-resistant seal. The product is self-stripping and intended for pigtail connections.Key Technical Features
- Wire Range: 22–14 AWG (0.5–1.5 mm²) solid or stranded copper conductors
- Maximum Insulation Diameter: 3.8 mm (0.150 in.)
- Contact: Tin-plated brass U-contact, 0.02 in. (0.5 mm) thick
- Sealant: Mineral oil-based EG-3 grease for moisture-resistant sealing
- Voltage Rating: 600 V for building wire; 1000 V for signs, fixtures, and luminaires
- Temperature Rating: 105 °C
- Material: Flame-retardant nylon (color: cap/dark blue, body/white)
- Weight: 0.0077 lb (3.49 g)
- UL and CSA: UL Listed (UL Standard 486C, File No. E23438) and CSA Certified (CSA Std. C22.2 No. 0, 188-MI983, File No. LR15503)
- Recommended Current Ratings (general purpose): 22 AWG – 3 A; 20 AWG – 5 A; 18 AWG – 7 A; 16 AWG – 10 A; 14 AWG – 15 A
Installation
- Insert 2 or 3 unstripped conductors fully into the connector and verify position through the translucent body.
- Hold tool perpendicular to conductors and depress cap flush with the top edge of the connector.
- Recommended tools: 3M™ Crimping Tool No. E-9BM or standard (slip joint) pliers.
Typical Applications
The product is specifically designed for pigtail connections and for connecting two or three conductors while insulating and protecting the connection from moisture.
Specifications
- Product Name: 3M™ Scotchlok™ Insulation Displacement Connector 314
- Wire Range: 22–14 AWG (0.5–1.5 mm²)
- Max. Insulation Diameter: 3.8 mm (0.150 in.)
- Contact Material: Tin-plated brass (U-contact), 0.02 in. (0.5 mm)
- Sealant: Mineral oil-based EG-3 grease
- Voltage Rating: 600 V (building wire), 1000 V (signs, fixtures, and luminaires)
- Temperature Rating: 105 °C
- Weight: 0.0077 lb (3.49 g)
- Approvals: UL Listed (UL Std. 486C, File No. E23438), CSA Certified (CSA Std. C22.2 No. 0, 188-MI983, File No. LR15503)
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