Can you make four tap connections using only one connector? The Satellite Connector, also known as Axis Multiport Insulation Piercing Connector can do that for you.
Read this blog to learn the step-by-step installation procedure for Satellite Connector on Low Voltage AB Cable. Learn how to create multiple tap connections using a single connector for power distribution and solar combiners.
- Step 1 – Tap Cable Preparation
- Step 2 – Stripping of Cable Insulation
- Step 3 – Identifying Phases & Neutral Cables
- Step 4 – Installation of Satellite Connector
- Step 5– Insertion of Insulated Cables into IPC
- Step 6 – Making Tap Core Connection
Satellite Connector Installation
Note: Before starting, please ensure you use proper tools, procedures and personal protective equipment to avoid injury.
Step 1: Prepare the tap cable for installation. Measure the insulated part of the cable by comparing it with the IPC’s depth.
Step 2: Strip the cable insulation at the end to create tap connections.
Step 3: Select the portion of the AB Cable where you will install the Satellite Connector. Identify the phase and neutral cables for tapping. Note that there is a separate connector for each.
Note: There is a special connector for Neutral & Phase
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Step 4: Install the Satellite Connector on the neutral cable and use the phase separator to create space for installation on the cable.
Step 5: Insert the insulated cables into the main side of the IPC then tighten the main aluminum shear-head nut with a suitable spanner until the shear head breaks. This completes the main core connection.
Step 6) Insert the stripped end into the free tap points and tighten the plastic shear-head nut on the tap side until it breaks. This completes the tap core connection for the neutral cable. Follow the same procedure for other tap connections
