scope:

This standard covers requirements for copper irreversible compression lugs, inline splices, and taps used in telecommunications systems, including buried connections.

Purpose

The purpose of this standard is to develop telecommunications industry-wide requirements for irreversible crimp compression lugs, inline splices, and taps for use with 14 AWG and larger cable and bus bar; establish minimum quality requirements; establish recommended lug landing patterns, including lug width; and establish barrel size requirements. The standard does not cover irreversible crimp compression terminals for smaller wire sizes.