3M 16 IR DATA SHEET

3M 316 IR

the connection by driving the cap down flush with the

Application:

Use 3M Brand 316 IR to electrically connect two or three
wire ends, insulate the connection and provide a moisture
resistant seal. Recommended for use with low energy
underground circuit wires, Sprinkler System, Landscape
Lighting or other moisture resistance wires for applications
of less than 30 volts.

Wire Range:

22-16 AWG solid or stranded copper conductors with a
maximum insulation of .160 inches.

Construction:

U-Contact Tin plated brass .02 inches (0.5 mm) thick
Insulator Flame retardant nylon Black cap - White body

Temperature 105°C

Sealant Mineral oil base EG -3 grease

For Material Safety Data Sheet contact Elecuical Product
Division/3M
3M Austin center, A145-4N-02 Austin, Tx.
78726-9000 [phone] Operator#55

Weight:

.0077 lb. (3.49 gm)

Recommended Installation Tool:

3M No. E-9BM Crimping tool or
8" Slip Joint Pliers

Installation Instructions:

CAUTION - Turn power off before installing connector. All

electrical work should be done according to appropriate
electrical codes.
Use with circuits less than 30 volts.
Use with insulated copper conductors.

Do not strip insulation from conductors.

1. Insert 2 or 3 unstripped conductors completely into

connector and check their position by looking
through the translucent body.
Hold tool perpendicular to the conductors and make

2.

top edge of the connector body.

Engineering Specification:

A self-stripping electrical connector for connecting two or
three conductors in the range of 22 thru 16 AWG solid or
stranded copper conductors with a maximum insulation
diameter of .160. This connector will he manufactured by
3M and provide a low voltage connection (less than 30 volts)
that will be made in a pigtail application while providing a
moisture resistant seal.

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utilizing the product, the user should
determine the suitability of the
product for its inteded use. The user
assumes all risks and liability
whatsoever in connection with such
use.

3M Electrical Products
Division

6801 River Place Blvd.
Austin, Texas 78726 - 9000

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and fitness for a particular purpose
which warranties are hereby

expressly disclaimed.

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3M 1993

10/5/93

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