{"product_id":"thomas-betts-2ra18-nylon-insulated-butt-splice","title":"Thomas \u0026 Betts 2RA18 Nylon-Insulated Butt Splice","description":"\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"17lc1ru\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"16\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"18\" data-end=\"724\"\u003eThe Thomas \u0026amp; Betts 2RA18 Nylon-Insulated Butt Splice is used to permanently join two 22–18 AWG copper conductors in low-voltage electrical wiring applications. Commonly installed in control panels, industrial machinery, automotive wiring, HVAC systems, OEM equipment, and commercial electrical installations, this insulated butt splice features an electro tin-plated copper barrel with a durable nylon insulation sleeve for reliable electrical performance and corrosion resistance. Electricians, maintenance technicians, and equipment manufacturers use this connector for wiring repairs, circuit extensions, retrofits, and replacement of damaged wire splices. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"5ms9th\" data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"743\"\u003eApplications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003eThe Thomas \u0026amp; Betts 2RA18 is designed to create secure inline wire-to-wire connections for 22–18 AWG copper conductors. It is ideal for electrical control panels, instrumentation circuits, industrial automation equipment, HVAC controls, automotive wiring, appliances, and OEM electrical assemblies where vibration-resistant, insulated splices are required. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"5hg6bl\" data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1169\"\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1992\"\u003e• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): 2RA18\u003cbr data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1213\"\u003e• Brand: Thomas \u0026amp; Betts (ABB) – Sta-Kon®\u003cbr data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003e• Product Type: Nylon-Insulated Butt Splice\u003cbr data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003e• Conductor Size: 22–18 AWG\u003cbr data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1332\"\u003e• Conductor Material: Copper\u003cbr data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1363\"\u003e• Connector Material: Copper\u003cbr data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1394\"\u003e• Finish: Electro Tin-Plated\u003cbr data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1425\"\u003e• Insulation Material: Nylon\u003cbr data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1456\"\u003e• Insulation Color: Red\u003cbr data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1482\"\u003e• Splice Type: Inline Butt Splice\u003cbr data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1518\"\u003e• Maximum Insulation Diameter: 0.115 in.\u003cbr data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1561\"\u003e• Overall Length: 1.19 in.\u003cbr data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1590\"\u003e• Barrel Outside Diameter: 0.18 in.\u003cbr data-start=\"1625\" data-end=\"1628\"\u003e• Voltage Rating: 600 V\u003cbr data-start=\"1651\" data-end=\"1654\"\u003e• Temperature Rating: 105°C (221°F)\u003cbr data-start=\"1689\" data-end=\"1692\"\u003e• Flammability Rating: UL 94 V-2\u003cbr data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1727\"\u003e• Recommended Crimp Tool: ABB ERG4001\u003cbr data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1767\"\u003e• Certifications: UL Listed, CSA Certified\u003cbr data-start=\"1809\" data-end=\"1812\"\u003e• Typical Applications: Control Panels, HVAC Equipment, Industrial Automation, Automotive Wiring, Commercial Electrical Systems, OEM Equipment \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1cz0398\" data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"2018\"\u003eCommon Replacements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2020\" data-end=\"2131\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e• Thomas \u0026amp; Betts RAA21\u003cbr data-start=\"2042\" data-end=\"2045\"\u003e• Thomas \u0026amp; Betts 2RA18X\u003cbr data-start=\"2068\" data-end=\"2071\"\u003e• Thomas \u0026amp; Betts 2RB14\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thomas","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":51714007171374,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0940\/0818\/1038\/files\/Ebay_website_image_400311c5-21b6-4044-b9c5-063232a9dce7.jpg?v=1770413586","url":"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/products\/thomas-betts-2ra18-nylon-insulated-butt-splice","provider":"PLG Automation ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}