Precision Splice Connectors
Environmentally Sealed
With its precision center contact, the Thomas
& Betts Snap-N-Seal Splice Connector ensures
reliable, high-frequency return loss performance
for midspan and direct-burial drop splices.
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Physical Properties
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Body: NiTin-Plated Brass
Post: Tin-Plated Brass
Terminal Contact: Tin-Plated Copper Alloy
Insulators: Polypropylene
O-Rings: Ethylene Propylene
Snap-N-Seal Precision Splice Connectors use the
same proven 360˚ compression design, installation
and procedures as other Snap-N-Seal products.
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Electrical Properties
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Return Loss: ≥-30 dB up to 1 GHz typical
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Insertion Loss: ≤-0.20 dB up to 1 GHz typical
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RFI Shielding: -85 dB typical (60% bonded foil)
Mechanical Properties
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Cable Insertion Force: 20 lbs. maximum
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Cable Retention Force: 40 lbs. minimum
per ANSI/SCTE 99 2004
Environmental Properties
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Temperature Rating: -40˚F (-40˚C) to 140˚F (60˚C)
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Salt Fog: Passes 1000 hours ASTM B 117
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Moisture Migration: Passes ANSI/SCTE 60 2004
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To reduce assembly time and simplify installation,
the plastic sleeve is pre-positioned and detachably
coupled to the connector body
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True 360˚ compression onto cable ensures superior
RF shielding performance, -85 dB effective
shielding (typical on 60% bonded foil cable)
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Installation requires one-step ¼"–¼" cable
preparation and standard compression tools used
for all 59 & 6 Series Snap-N-Seal product families
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Six-point seal system prevents moisture migration
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Incorporates a NiTin finish plus UV-resistant plastic
and O-rings to provide a reliable, environmentally
sealed product
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Knurled body for easy gripping
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For direct-burial applications, recommend
Shrink-Kon Heat Shrink Tubing #HS12-6L
or Kold-N-Klose sleeve material #TBT2010
and Fusion Tape #TBFT201-36
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3.203
3.203
Nominal
Nominal
Snap-N-Seal Precision
Splice Connectors
2.107
Cat.
Post Sleeve Sleeve
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Number
I.D.
I.D.
Color
Tool
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Environmentally Sealed Cable to F Female Precision Connectors
81SNS1P59K
81SNS1P59UK
81SNS1P6K
Terminal Accepts
Terminal Accepts
ø .24 – .042 Conductors
ø .24–.042 Conductors
All Dimensions Nominal
1.277
.500
10
10
10
10
10
Inner
Pack
Outer Master
Pack Pack
.154
.154
.191
.191
.191
.257
.275
.265
.290
.315
.293
Orange 1+2
Green
Gray
Blue
Violet
Red
1+2
1+2
1+2
1+2
1+2
.338
10
50
50
50
50
50
50
500
500
500
500
500
500
81SNS1P59QSK
.154
81SNS1P6QSK
81SNS1P6UK
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TOOL: 1=CST596 or CST596711, 2=SNSUTL
Terminal Accepts
ø .24–.042 Conductors
Mounting
Screws
Ground Screw
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