Terminals - Ring Connectors

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
PV8-56RX-QY Panduit Corporation	CONN RING FLAT 8AWG #5/16 CRIMP	94
PNF10-38R-D Panduit Corporation	CONN RING CIRC 10-12AWG #3/8	5181000
PV18-10RX-CY Panduit Corporation	CONN RING CIRC 18-22AWG #10	1011
P18-14R-C Panduit Corporation	CONN RING CIRC 18-22AWG #1/4	247
P4-56R-T Panduit Corporation	CONN RING CIRC 4AWG #5/16 CRIMP	64
PNF18-14R-C Panduit Corporation	CONN RING CIRC 18-22AWG #1/4	1754100
PN18-14R-3K Panduit Corporation	CONN RING CIRC 18-22AWG #1/4	141
EV14-8RB-L Panduit Corporation	STRONGHOLD RING TERMINAL, VINYL	27441600
PV10-56R-L Panduit Corporation	CONN RING CIRC 10-12AWG #5/16	446
PN18-14R-C Panduit Corporation	CONN RING CIRC 18-22AWG #1/4	9869900
S2/0-38R-X Panduit Corporation	CONN RING FLAT 2/0AWG #3/8 CRIMP	30380
PNF14-6RN-M Panduit Corporation	CONN RING CIRC 14-16AWG #6 CRIMP	417
P6-10R-E Panduit Corporation	CONN RING CIRC 6AWG #10 CRIMP	645
PV18-10RB-3K Panduit Corporation	CONN RING CIRC 18-22AWG #10	33248000
E10-14RB-Q Panduit Corporation	STRONGHOLD RING TERMINAL, NON-IN	2951
P12-6HDR-L Panduit Corporation	CONN RING CIRC 12-16AWG #6 CRIMP	209
PV4-14RX-E Panduit Corporation	CONN RING FLAT 4AWG #1/4 CRIMP	0
PV18-6RNB-3K Panduit Corporation	CONN RING CIRC 18-22AWG #6 CRIMP	2103
A1-14R-C Panduit Corporation	BATTERY CABLE LUG, 1 AWG, 1/4" S	22213600
PK10-56R-L Panduit Corporation	CONN RING CIRC 10-12AWG #5/16	1500

Terminals - Ring Connectors

1. Overview

Ring connectors are cylindrical metallic terminals with a closed loop at one end, designed to establish secure electrical connections between wires and screw-type terminals. They prevent wire fraying and ensure stable contact in high-vibration environments. Critical for power transmission and signal integrity in industrial and automotive systems.

2. Main Types & Functional Classification

Type	Functional Features	Application Examples
Open Barrel Ring	Split design for easy wire insertion	Battery terminals, control panels
Closed Barrel Ring	360 compression for maximum conductivity	High-vibration machinery
Insulated Ring	Polymer coating for short-circuit prevention	Automotive electronics

3. Structure & Composition

Typical construction includes:

Copper alloy body (C11000/C14500) with tin/nickel plating
Insulation sleeve (PVC/nylon, 105 C rating)
Barrel section with 2-3 crimping zones for wire retention
Loop diameter tolerance 0.1mm for screw compatibility

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Typical Range	Importance
Ampacity	10-150A	Current carrying capacity
Contact Resistance	0.5-5m	Power loss prevention
Dielectric Strength	1kV-5kV	Insulation reliability
Vibration Resistance	15G @ 10Hz-2kHz	Automotive compliance

5. Application Fields

Primary industries:

Automotive (battery cables, alternator connections)
Industrial automation (PLC terminals, motor drives)
Renewable energy (solar charge controllers)
Aerospace (avionics grounding systems)

6. Leading Manufacturers & Products

Manufacturer	Product Series	Key Features
TE Connectivity	DT Ring Terminals	Corrosion-resistant alloy, 125A rating
Phoenix Contact	RTME Series	Push-in wire connection, 600V compliance
Sumitomo Electric	HR4H-S-DC5V	Automotive-grade tin-plated copper

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations:

Current/voltage requirements
Wire gauge compatibility (AWG 22-4/0)
Environmental factors (temperature, humidity, vibration)
UL/CSA certification for safety compliance
Color-coded insulation for circuit identification

8. Industry Trends

Emerging developments include:

Miniaturization for EV battery management systems
Graphene-enhanced plating for corrosion resistance
Smart connectors with integrated current sensing
Lead-free manufacturing processes (RoHS compliance)