Wire & Cable Termination Options
How to complete your electrical assembly
Whether it’s a Wire Harness or a Cable Assembly, find the best way to terminate the ends. Below is a quick reference chart of common termination options to help you decide which is best for you.
Wire Termination Options
End Cut
Wire is cut even at customer specified length.
Wire Slit
Where parallel wire is used, ends can be separated from each other to customer specifications.
Wire Strip
Wire ends are “stripped” of their insulation material to expose the inner copper strands.
Cutback
Wires are cut and terminated at different lengths according to customer specifications.
Cable Termination Options
Blunt Cut
Cable is cut even at customer specified length.
Remove Outer Jacket
Also known as R.O.J., the outer insulating cable jacket is removed to expose the inner wires. Length is determined by customer.
ROJ & Stripped Wires
Outer cable jacket is removed and wire ends are stripped of insulating material.
Cutback Wires
Outer cable jacket is removed and wires are cut and terminated at different lengths.
Termination Connectors
Quick Connect
Available In: Un-Insulated, Pre-Insulated, Fully-Insulated, Right-Angle (Flag)
Ring Terminal
Used to attach product with screw or bolt. Perfect for a ground connection. Also available in locking.
Spade or Fork Terminal
Similar to a Ring Terminal, but removable without completely unscrewing bolt or screw.
Ferrule Terminal
For use with Terminal Blocks. Used to crimp and secure bare copper strands. Also available in a double for crimping 2 separate wires.
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