Copper C-type compression connector for grounding grid taps, installed with a hydraulic crimping tool.
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The C-type compression connector joins grounding-grid taps by cold deformation with a hydraulic crimper and matching die, per UL 467. Properly installed — correct die and full press cycle — it forms an irreversible joint suitable for direct burial per IEEE 837.
TECTUL's copper compression connector is a C-type accessory for joining and tapping conductors in grounding grids, down conductors and equipotential connections where a crimped joint is specified. It works by controlled deformation of the connector over the conductor using a hydraulic crimping tool and compatible die; therefore selection should not be based only on appearance, but on cable gauge, tap geometry and available tool. It differs from exothermic welding because it does not create a metallurgical joint, but a permanent mechanical connection by compression. It differs from a ground rod connector because this reference is oriented to grid taps with copper conductors. For a quote, send main conductor gauge, tap gauge, number of connectors and whether you require support validating the crimping tool.
| Actual lot data | Available specification |
|---|---|
| Indicated material | Copper |
| Indicated type | C-type compression connector |
| Indicated application | Grounding grid taps |
| Indicated tool | Hydraulic crimping tool |
We dispatch to Bogotá, Medellín, Cali, Barranquilla and all of Colombia. Request a quote via WhatsApp for the C-type compression connector indicating gauges, quantities and delivery city.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Material | High-conductivity electrolytic copper |
| Installation | Typical 12-t hydraulic crimper with a die per size combination (catalogs) |
| Configuration | Double groove: main conductor + tap |
| Qualification | UL 467; buried connections qualifiable under IEEE 837 |
The C-connector embraces main cable and tap in a single compression without cutting the grid's main conductor. The die code embossed after the cycle evidences a complete compression.
Commercial C-taps cover taps from 8 AWG (8.4 mm²) up to grid sizes of 4/0 AWG (107.2 mm²) and 250 kcmil, each main-tap combination with its specific die (manufacturer catalogs).
The price depends on gauge, quantity and availability. TECTUL quotes via WhatsApp with the main conductor and tap data.
The compression connector joins by crimping with a hydraulic tool; exothermic welding forms a metallurgical joint. The decision depends on specification, maintenance and approved method.
The conductors are placed in the connector, compressed with a hydraulic crimping tool and compatible die, and inspected for uniform crimping with no visible damage.
The lot identifies it for grounding grid taps, especially where copper conductors must be joined by compression.
Indicate main conductor gauge, tap gauge, number of connectors, whether you have a crimping tool and delivery city.
Yes. TECTUL dispatches to Bogotá, Medellín, Cali, Barranquilla and other Colombian cities according to availability and transport conditions.
Both serve buried grids when qualified (UL 467 / IEEE 837): the C-tap is faster and involves no thermal reaction — useful near sensitive facilities — while the exothermic weld gives a fused joint and is the substation reference.
No: it requires the hydraulic crimper and the die the manufacturer specifies for that size combination; without the full compression cycle the joint is not qualified.
Updated: July 22, 2026
