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Direct Bury Splice Kit

DBR/Y-6

Data Sheet May 2011

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Applications The 3M™

Direct Bury Splice Kit DBR/Y-6 is used to electrically connect two or more pre–

stripped copper wires and moisture seal the connection for direct burial.

The kit includes a 3M™ Performance Plus Wire Connector R/Y+ and a high impact, UV-

resistant polypropylene tube prefilled with moisture-resistant grease.

Agency

Approvals

& Self

Certifications

C UL US Listed, UL Standard 486D, File No. E102356

Listed for use in wet, damp, direct bury and submersible locations with UF type cable.

Meets European Standard EN 61984

Applicable ratings under this standard: IP68, Pollution Degree 3

RoHS 2002/95/EC

RoHS Compliant 2002/95/EC” means that the product or part (“Product”) does not contain any of the substances in excess of the

maximum concentration values in EU Directive 2002/95/EC, as amended by Commission Decision 2005/618/EC, unless the substance

is in an application that is exempt under RoHS. This information represents 3M’s knowledge and belief, which may be based in whole

or in part on information provided by third party suppliers to 3M.

Maximum Voltage Rating:

Application Temperature:

Operating Temperature:

600 V

32°F to 120°F (0°C to 49°C)

-40°F to 221°F (-40°C to 105°C)

Construction:

Specifications

Tube : Impact and UV Resistant Light Blue Polypropylene

Dimensions: Length: 3.7in., Cover: 1.5in.x 1.1in., Diameter: 1in.

Grease: 711B

R/Y+ Connector: Steel Spring, Flame Retardant Insulator

Wire Combinations Copper wire only Solid or Stranded

*see chart for all combinations*

2 - 7 #18 1-3 #12 w/ 1 #18

2 - 6 #16 1-2 #10 w/ 1 #18

2 - 4 #14 1-3 #12 w/ 1 #16

2 - 4 #12 1-2 #10 w/ 1 #12

2 - 3 #10 1-2 #14 w/ 1 #18

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3M™ Direct Bury Splice Kit DBR/Y-6 Data Sheet Applications May 2011 The 3M™ Direct Bury Splice Kit DBR/Y-6 is used to electrically connect two or more pre– stripped copper wires and moisture seal the connection for direct burial. The kit includes a 3M™ Performance Plus Wire Connector R/Y+ and a high impact, UVresistant polypropylene tube prefilled with moisture-resistant grease. Agency Approvals & Self Certifications C UL US Listed, UL Standard 486D, File No.
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3M™ Direct Bury Splice Kit DBR/Y-6 Installation Instructions Warning Turn power off before installing or removing connector. All electrical work should be done according to appropriate electrical codes. 1) 3) ¾ in. 2) 4) 5) 1) Strip insulation ¾ in. 2) With wire ends even, insert wires into the connector and tighten until secure. 3) Insert the connector all the way into the tube until the connector rests on the bottom. 4) Fold the wire into the channels. 5) Close the cap.
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M™ Direct Bury Splice Kit DBR/Y-6 Combination Chart 1 18 STR 2 3 4 1 18 SOL 2 3 4 1 16 STR 2 3 4 1 16 SOL 2 3 4 1 14 STR 2 3 4 1 14 SOL 2 3 4 1 12 STR 2 3 4 1 12 SOL 2 3 4 1 10 STR 2 3 1 10 SOL 2 3 Example: 3 #14 SOL and 1 #12 STR 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 10 18 STR 18 SOL 16 STR 16 SOL 14 STR 14 SOL 12 STR 12 SOL STR 1 2 3 10 SOL Shelf Life & Storage This product has a 5-year shelf life from date of manufacture when stored in a humidity controlled storage (1