How Does an Insulation Piercing Connector Work? An insulation piercing connector is one of the main components of an AB cable system, and it can accept a proper tap connection. This particular connection will further distribute a good line in the street lighting and all the domestic utility connections. This design enables the system to seal all the connections against water penetration properly. Thus, the connector is then turned into a waterproof connector. With these connectors, you can orchestrate a semi-permanent and metal-to-metal contact between the insulation piercing connector and the wire conductor. Several factors tend to affect the dependability and performance of the connectors, such as contact type, tip design, and connection method. Functioning of An Insulation Piercing Connector Insulation piercing connectors have four main applications, which we will name and explain one by one. 1. Street Light Connections For this application, the IPCs are used to tap the AB cable and then connect it properly to the service line, which will aid in powering the streetlights and other applications. 2. Tap off/Multi-Tap Connection to Households Another one of the main applications of the IPCs is to make sure that the AB cables are properly tapped so that the power can be restored in households. With the help of a multiport insulation piercing connector, it is possible to set up a one-tap connection from the mainline to bring connections to different homes. 3. Distribution Box Charging Connection In this case, the Insulation Piercing Connector will tap the main AB cable line to properly charge the Low Voltage Distribution Boxes connected to various applications like street lights, residential connections, and much more. 4. Jumper Connection The Insulation Piercing Connectors can also be used with similar cable sizes on each side to facilitate a connection or any other high-angle turn properly. Important Applications of IPCs Following are some of the applications of insulation piercing connectors: • •
Insulated HV and LV lines with proper interconnectors can provide efficient insulation and robust strength for different terminal ports and adjacent options. IPCs can also create and establish a connection between the service cables and the LV network.