Spade Terminals - Fork Terminals

Spade terminals come in a variety of configurations for both insulated spade terminals, and non-insulated spade terminals.  How do I choose the correct spade terminal for my application?  Non-insulated spade terminals are typically the most economical.  Use these when no special characteristics or protection is required.  Vinyl insulated spade terminals are the most economical of the insulated spade terminals.  Nylon spade terminals provide higher temperature and better durability than vinyl.  For the maximum protection and environmental exposure, use heatshrink spade terminals.  Spade terminals come in either standard, flanged, or locking spades.  Both flanged and locking spades are designed to hold themselves to the mounting stud better than the standard spades.

 

Vinyl Insulated Spade Terminals
Spade Terminal design allows for easy attachment and removal from connections.  Insulation has a flared entry for easier wire insertion.  Industry standard color-coding indicates wire size.  Rated to 600 volts.

 

Nylon Insulated Spade Terminals
Nylon insulated spade terminals are used where an insulated barrel and a positive insulation grip are necessary or desirable.  Insulation is securely molded onto the barrel and is flared for easier wire insertion.

Heat Shrink Spade Terminals
Heat shrink insulated spade terminals, also called fork terminals, are perfect for marine and automotive use.  The terminal design allows for easy connection and removal from screw-type connections.  Heat shrink is adhesive-lined and color-coded to the industry standard wire range. 

 

Non-Insulated Spade Terminals
Spade terminals for use where special performance, high temperatures, or installation characteristics are not needed.  Butted barrel design.  Rated to 600 volts. 

   

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