Polaris
Polaris
TM
POLARIS BLUE™
FOR IN-LINE DIRECT BURIAL
ISW Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
ITW Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
IPLW Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
POLARIS GREY™
FOR FINE STRANDED/FLEXIBLE COPPER CONDUCTORS
Polaris Grey™ Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Replacement Sleeves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
IT SERIES
Insul-Tap connectors are suitable for connecting two wires. For sizes 3/0 AWG
1 2 and smaller, they are available in two styles – with wires being connected
from the same side of the connector (Figure1) or opposite sides of the
connector (Figure 2).
For sizes 250 MCM and larger, they are provided with open wire entry ports
on both sides of the connector (Figure 3), which allows for access from either
side. This style is supplied with removable access plugs to close the entry port
not being utilized.
Abrasion and chemical resistant. UV rated. Will not support combustion.
Cold temperature rated to -45°C. Dual rated for use with copper and/or
aluminum cables. 600 volts. 90°C. To receive the material in bags, add “-B”
3 4
to the catalog number.
Not recommended for fine-stranded, flexible wire. See Polaris Grey Series
page 3.
ISR SERIES
1 2 ISR Series connectors are suitable for connecting two wires in-line. Insulated
with high dielectric strength plastisol and molded for precise fit. Supplied with
removable access plugs over the hex screw.
Abrasion and chemical resistant. UV rated. Will not support combustion.
Cold temperature rated to -45°C. Dual rated for use with copper and/or alu-
minum cables. 600 volts. 90°C.
Not recommended for use with extra-flexible cables.
See Polaris Grey Series page 3.
This UL listed connector will do for direct burial and submersible applications what the original Polaris did for your standard installa-
tions. Remember split bolts? Reduce your risk. No taping. No guessing. No cutting to size in the field. Leave your epoxies and heat
shrink in the truck! Polaris Blue provides an installation you can be sure of. Like all members in the Polaris family, Polaris Blue will
save you time and money, while guaranteeing a perfect connection every time.
FASTER: Strip the cable. Insert into Polaris Blue. Tighten the screw. That’s it. Requires no taping, compounds, heat shrink, cutting,
or set-up time.
SIMPLER INSTALLATION: All you need is a knife and a slotted screwdriver or allen head wrench. You don’t need to
search for a propane torch, or find out who has the compression tool. You don’t need the skills of a surgeon to properly trim parts or
the training of a scientist to mix chemicals to complete a successful connection.
EASIER: Most repairs to a damaged USE or URD cable are found by using a post hole digger. Not enough space to ensure a
good connection when using traditional methods such as heat shrink or rubber kits. Unless you dig a giant hole (time is money...), it’s
pretty difficult to get a heat gun under the heat shrink. Plus, you have the investment in tarps, rain gear and cold medicine while you
wait for ideal conditions. None of this is a problem for Polaris Blue!
MORE RELIABLE: There is less chance for error since there is little work performed in the field. The installation has been
applied in a controlled, quality environment. Eliminates time consuming, expensive call backs.
BETTER: Insulated with specially formulated, high-strength dielectric plastisol and molded for a precise fit. UL486D rated for direct
burial, below grade use and submersible applications. Cold temperature rated to -45° C. Suitable for use with copper or aluminum
conductors and abrasion and chemical resistant. The connector is even supplied complete with oxide inhibitor.
COST EFFECTIVE: Polaris Blue is less expensive than traditional rubber or epoxy kits right off the shelf – not even including the
connector – and then add the cost of installation! The RS Means Electrical Cost Data calculates that 1 electrician splicing cable from #6
to #1 AWG requires 2 man-hours per splice and for cable from 1/0 to 250 MCM, approximately 2.5 hours. Including overhead and
profit, the cost of the smaller splice should cost $211. Polaris Blue can be installed in minutes, and the total cost of the connector is less
than the cost of an electrician for an hour. Easily the most cost-effective way to solve direct burial and submersible connection problems.
CAT. UPC WIRE RANGE INSULATION HEX WEIGHT (INCHES) STRIP TIGHTENING
NO. NO. URD/USE THHN/XHHW* MIN DIA MAX DIA SIZE LBS./EA LENGTH HEIGHT WIDTH LENGTH TORQUE
ISW-4 78925 4-6 AWG 0.244 0.412 slotted .12 6.39 1.38 .75 13/16 45
ISW-1 78926 1-2 AWG 0.352 0.582 3/16 .20 6.83 1.68 .88 27/32 150
ISW-3/0 78927 3/0-1/0 AWG 0.462 0.720 1/4 .25 7.05 1.78 .94 7/8 250
ISW-250 78928 250-4/0 AWG 0.618 0.895 5/16 .40 7.58 2.13 1.13 11/8 360
Approved for use with all conductors with insulation suitable for wet and/or damp locations. (Not recommended for use with extra flexible cable. See Polaris Grey, next page).
* Not suitable for direct burial with THHN/XHHW wire. For use in enclosures only. A properly installed connector will have no more than one conductor per port.
CAT. UPC #OF WIRE RANGE INSULATION HEX WEIGHT (INCHES) STRIP TIGHTENING
NO. NO. PORTS URD/USE THHN/XHHW* MIN DIA MAX DIA SIZE LBS./EA LENGTH HEIGHT WIDTH LENGTH TORQUE
ITW-4 95123 2 4-6 AWG .244 .412 slotted .11 1.68 1.38 3.26 3/16 45
IPLW4-3 95115 3 4-6 AWG .244 .412 slotted .19 2.64 1.38 3.26 3/16 45
IPLW4-4 95116 4 4-6 AWG .244 .412 slotted .27 3.61 1.38 3.26 3/16 45
IPLW4-5 78929 5 4-6 AWG .244 .412 slotted .35 4.57 1.38 3.26 3/16 45
IPLW4-6 78930 6 4-6 AWG .244 .412 slotted .43 5.54 1.38 3.26 3/16 45
ITW-1 95126 2 1-2 AWG .352 .582 3/16 .19 1.87 1.68 3.55 27/32 150
IPLW1-3 95121 3 1-2 AWG .352 .582 3/16 .29 2.80 1.68 3.55 27/32 150
IPLW1-4 95122 4 1-2 AWG .352 .582 3/16 .39 3.72 1.68 3.55 27/32 150
IPLW1-5 78931 5 1-2 AWG .352 .582 3/16 .49 4.65 1.68 3.55 27/32 150
IPLW1-6 78932 6 1-2 AWG .352 .582 3/16 .59 5.57 1.68 3.55 27/32 150
ITW-3/0 95124 2 1-2 AWG .462 .720 1/4 .27 2.37 1.78 3.78 7/8 250
IPLW3/0-3 95117 3 3/0-1/0 AWG .462 .720 1/4 .54 3.57 1.78 3.78 7/8 250
IPLW3/0-4 95118 4 3/0-1/0 AWG .462 .720 1/4 .81 4.77 1.78 3.78 7/8 250
IPLW3/0-5 78933 5 3/0-1/0 AWG .462 .720 1/4 1.08 5.97 1.78 3.78 7/8 250
IPLW3/0-6 78934 6 3/0-1/0 AWG .462 .720 1/4 1.35 7.17 1.78 3.78 7/8 250
ITW-250 95125 2 250-4/0 AWG .618 .895 5/16 .40 2.57 2.13 3.94 11/8 360
IPLW250-3 95119 3 250-4/0 AWG .618 .895 5/16 .62 3.81 2.13 3.94 11/8 360
IPLW250-4 95120 4 250-4/0 AWG .618 .895 5/16 .84 5.11 2.13 3.94 11/8 360
IPLW250-5 78935 5 250-4/0 AWG .618 .895 5/16 1.06 6.41 2.13 3.94 11/8 360
IPLW250-6 78936 6 250-4/0 AWG .618 .895 5/16 1.28 7.71 2.13 3.94 11/8 360
Approved for use with all conductors with insulation suitable for wet and/or damp locations. (Not recommended for use with extra flexible cable. See Polaris Grey, next page).
A properly installed connector will have no more than one conductor per port.
POLARIS GREY
Polaris Grey can be used with virtually any kind • Safe: insulated with high dielectric strength
of copper conductor, but is specifically designed plastisol for tough mechanical protection;
for use with fine-stranded, flexible and extra- • Factory applied insulation provides consistent
flexible copper conductors. This includes DLO quality and protection;
cable and motor lead wire, which makes it • Abrasion and chemical resistant;
excellent for use in motor connect/disconnect • Fast: eliminates the need for cover and taping –
applications. supplied with removable access plugs over the
Polaris Grey combines all the exceptional hex screws to protect against contamination;
features of insulated Polaris, the original (black) • Easy: three sizes cover 14 to 3/0 AWG;
with a NEW feature which allows you to connect • UL Listed for all types of flexible, fine-stranded
or terminate fine-stranded cables easily, and, wires, uniquely color-coded grey;
most important of all, safely. • Reusable: ideal for cabletrays, troughs, wire-
Polaris Grey is for use with copper cables only, ways, raceways, ducts and motor junction
is abrasion and chemical resistant and will not boxes;
support combustion. It is cold temperature rated • Economical.
to -45˚C, rated 600V, 90˚C.
CATALOG UPC NO. OF WIRE RANGE BY CLASSIFICATION (INCHES) HEX CARTON WEIGHT
NO. NO. PORTS CLASS B, C, D CLASS K, M, I LENGTH HEIGHT WIDTH SIZE QTY. LBS./EA
ITG-6 95140 2 6-14 AWG 6-14 AWG 1.07 1.50 1.12 1/8 12 .06
ITOG-6 95141 2 6-14 AWG 6-14 AWG 1.07 1.50 1.25 1/8 12 .06
IPLG 6-3 95142 3 6-14 AWG 6-14 AWG 1.54 1.50 1.12 1/8 12 .08
IPLG 6-4 95143 4 6-14 AWG 6-14 AWG 1.97 1.50 1.12 1/8 6 .11
IPLG 6-6 95145 6 6-14 AWG 6-14 AWG 2.28 1.50 1.12 1/8 6 .16
ITG-1 95146 2 1-10 AWG 2-10 AWG 1.62 1.75 1.62 3/16 6 .13
ITOG-1 95147 2 1-10 AWG 2-10 AWG 1.62 1.75 1.75 3/16 6 .13
IPLG 1-3 95149 3 1-10 AWG 2-10 AWG 2.27 1.75 1.62 3/16 6 .19
IPLG 1-4 95150 4 1-10 AWG 2-10 AWG 2.92 1.75 1.62 3/16 6 .26
IPLG 1-6 95152 6 1-10 AWG 2-10 AWG 4.22 1.75 1.62 3/16 6 .38
ITG-3/0 95153 2 3/0-4 AWG 2/0-2 AWG 1.84 1.87 1.75 3/16 6 .19
ITOG-3/0 95154 2 3/0-4 AWG 2/0-2 AWG 1.84 1.87 1.87 3/16 6 .19
IPLG 3/0-3 95155 3 3/0-4 AWG 2/0-2 AWG 2.65 1.87 1.75 3/16 6 .28
IPLG 3/0-4 95156 4 3/0-4 AWG 2/0-2 AWG 3.43 1.87 1.75 3/16 6 .37
IPLG 3/0-6 95158 6 3/0-4 AWG 2/0-2 AWG 4.99 1.87 1.75 3/16 4 .56
For display bags with a mounting hole for hanging, add the suffix “-B” to the part number.
IPL SERIES
IPL Series connectors are insulated with high-dielectric
strength plastisol. Molded for precise fit and supplied with
removable access plugs over the hex screws. Wire entry ports
on one side only. Eliminates the need for cover and taping.
Abrasion and chemical resistant. UV rated. Will not support
combustion. Cold temperature rated to -45°C. Dual rated
for use with copper and/or aluminum cables. Rated 600 V,
90°C. Not recommended for fine-stranded, flexible wire. To
receive the material in bags, add “-B” to the part number.
IPLD SERIES
The IPLD Series connectors are insulated with high-dielectric strength plastisol.
Molded for precise fit and supplied with removable access plugs over the hex
screws. Wire entry ports on both sides of the connector allow for access from
either side. Supplied with removable plugs to close the entry port not being
utilized. Eliminates the need for cover and taping. Abrasion and chemical resis-
tant. UV rated. Will not support combustion. Cold temperature rated to -45°C.
Dual rated for use with copper and/or aluminum cables. Rated 600 V, 90°C.
Not recommended for fine-stranded, flexible wire. To receive the material in
bags, add “-B” to the part number.
TM
IPLDH750-3 92650 3 750 - 250 MCM 5.00 3.50 4.50 5/16 2 2.52
IPLDH750-4 92651 4 750 - 250 MCM 6.40 3.50 4.50 5/16 2 3.37
IPLDH750-5 92652 5 750 - 250 MCM 7.80 3.50 4.50 5/16 1 4.21
IPLDH750-6 92653 6 750 - 250 MCM 9.15 3.50 4.50 5/16 1 4.95
IPLDH750-7 92654 7 750 - 250 MCM 10.50 3.50 4.50 5/16 1 5.87
IPLDH750-8 92655 8 750 - 250 MCM 11.90 3.50 4.50 5/16 1 6.60
IPLDH750-9 92656 9 750 - 250 MCM 13.25 3.50 4.50 5/16 1 7.54
IPLDH750-10 92657 10 750 - 250 MCM 14.60 3.50 4.50 5/16 1 8.20
PLH750-2 92670 2 750 - 250 MCM 3.16 2.00 2.50 5/16 2 1.10
PLH750-3 92671 3 750 - 250 MCM 4.56 2.00 2.50 5/16 2 1.92
PLH750-4 92672 4 750 - 250 MCM 6.00 2.00 2.50 5/16 1 2.73
PLH750-5 92673 5 750 - 250 MCM 7.36 2.00 2.50 5/16 1 3.51
PLH750-6 92674 6 750 - 250 MCM 8.76 2.00 2.50 5/16 1 4.33
PLH750-7 92675 7 750 - 250 MCM 10.16 2.00 2.50 5/16 1 5.11
PLH750-8 92676 8 750 - 250 MCM 11.55 2.00 2.50 5/16 1 5.92
PLH750-9 92677 9 750 - 250 MCM 12.90 2.00 2.50 5/16 1 6.70
PLH750-10 92678 10 750 - 250 MCM 14.30 2.00 2.50 5/16 1 7.51
IPLM SERIES
IPLM Series connectors are insulated with high- Dual rated for use with copper and/or aluminum
dielectric strength plastisol. Molded for precise fit cables. Rated 600 V, 90°C. Mounting holes will
and supplied with removable access plugs over accept a 1/4” bolt. Not recommended for fine-
the hex screws. Wire entry ports on one side stranded, flexible wire. To receive the material in
only. The mounting holes at each end of the bags, add “-B” to the part number.
connector allow for direct isolated mounting to
the trough, panel or wireway. Eliminates the
need for cover and taping. Abrasion and
chemical resistant. UV rated. Will not support
combustion. Cold temperature rated to -45°C.
IPLMD SERIES
IPLMD Series connectors are insulated with high-dielectric strength plastisol.
Molded for precise fit and supplied with removable access plugs over the hex
screws. Wire entry ports on both sides of the connector allow for access from
either side. Supplied with removable access plugs to close the entry port not being
used. The mounting holes at each end of the connector allow for direct isolated
mounting to the trough, panel or wireway. Eliminates the need for cover and
taping. Abrasion and chemical resistant. UV rated. Will not support combustion.
Cold temperature rated to -45°C. Dual rated for use with copper and/or aluminum
cables. Rated 600 V, 90°C. Not recommended for fine-stranded, flexible wire. To
receive the material in bags, add “-B” to the part number.
Note: Mounting holes will accept a 1/4” bolt for 3/0 AWG and a 5/16” bolt for 250 MCM and 350 MCM.
NSi Industries LLC Huntersville, North Carolina USA Fax: 800.841.5566 Phone Toll Free: 1.800.321.5847 www.nsiindustries.com
Polaris Connectors
WITH MOUNTING HOLES – WIRE ENTRY FROM EITHER SIDE
PL SERIES
PL Series connectors are made from 6061-T6 aluminum alloy and are
plated for corrosion resistance. They are stocked in one hole increments,
up to 14 holes and are suitable for use on wire from #4 AWG to 750 MCM.
Dual rated for use with copper and/or aluminum cables. Rated 600 V,
90°C. Not recommended for fine-stranded, flexible wire.
PL SERIES CONTINUED
CATALOG UPC NO. OF WIRE (INCHES) HEX CARTON WEIGHT
NO. NO. PORTS RANGE LENGTH HEIGHT WIDTH SIZE QTY. LBS./EA
MOUNTING CAPABILITY
(Letter designation “M”)
Mounting holes can be added at each end of the connector block for situations where it must
be bolted in place. The mounting holes are provided in each end of the connector block and
are isolated from the block with insulated sleeves. When building a custom part number, add
the designation “M” to the prefix.
With this designation, the cable can enter either side of the connector block, based upon your
requirements. As shown here, the two primary cables enter from one direction, while the
secondary cables enter the opposite side from the opposite direction. This eliminates having to
bend the cable around the connector. Any combination of our eight basic sizes can be incor-
porated in these connectors. When building a custom part number, add the designation “O”
immediately prior to the ports that you want to enter from the opposite side.
Custom connector blocks can be supplied with one row of wire entry holes on top of the other.
This allows the block to be shorter in length and is ideal for use in small wire ways or panels.
When building a custom part number, add the designation “S” immediately prior to the ports
that you want stacked.
We can design a connector which will handle any combination and number of fine-stranded
wires between the sizes of 14 AWG and 3/0 AWG.
All wire ports can be on one side or opposing sides. The ports can be side by side, or
stacked on top of each other. Require mounting holes? Also no problem. Essentially, we can
do whatever you want, and ship it in three or four days! And best of all, your custom-designed
connector is UL Listed.
How to Build a Custom Catalog Number below). You may add one size, i.e., 4F (4 ports of 500 MCM)
Creating a custom catalog number may appear complex at first. or many sizes, i.e., 4F6B2D (4 ports of 500 MCM, 6 ports of
In fact, it’s quite simple, if you ask yourself the following ques- 1/0 and 2 ports of 250 MCM).
tions and build your catalog number as you go. 4. If you require any ports entering from the opposite direction,
1. Do you require an insulated block? If yes, start with the letter group them at the end of the catalog number and use the
“I”. If no, start with the letter “U”. designation “O” immediately prior to the listing of these ports.
2. Do you require mounting capability? If yes, add the letter 5. If you require any ports to be stacked, group them at the end
“M”. If no, add nothing. of the catalog number and use the designation “S” imme-
3. Now, you need to add the number of ports and size of wire diately prior to the listing of these ports.
holes (using the letter designation for the wire size as listed
Assembly of Connectors use the Strip Chart below to select the appropriate mounting
Wire insulation must be stripped in accordance with the Strip bolt. Do not exceed 80 inch pounds.
Chart below for Standard Connectors. The wire insulation on When installing Custom Connectors, wire insulation must be
a properly installed wire must be inside the insulated connec- stripped such that when the wire is inserted into the conductor
tor conductor port no less than 3/8 inch. Pressure screws must be port, there is a minimum of 1/4 inch insulation inside the conduc-
secured at the torque value corresponding to the wire size and tor port. Insert the stripped wire until it stops against the back of
connector size shown to the right. The UL listing is for stranded the connector.
wire only. AL/CU 600 V max. for building wire and 1000 V
max. for signs or fixtures. When installing Mounting Connectors,
STACKED CONNECTORS
1 2 With Polaris Stacked 3Connectors you will4enjoy all the benefits 5of standard Polaris
6
connectors with an added space-saving bonus. Wire entry holes are stacked on top of
each other for the ultimate in compact design. Exceptional for use with large wire sizes,
especially in tight-fitting spaces, small wire ways and panels. The wire holes on the
bottom row allow for entry from either side of the connector for even greater versatility.
Supplied with removable plugs to close the entry port not being utilized. Abrasion and
chemical resistant. UV rated. Will not support combustion. Cold temperature rated to
-45°C. Dual rated for use with copper and/or aluminum cables. Rated 600 V, 90°C.
Not recommended for fine-stranded flexible wire.
• Refers to total number of ports, i.e. 8 ports would be 4 ports on bottom row and 4 ports on the top row.
* 750 MCM not UL Listed.
CATALOG NUMBER PAGE 9730 Northcross Center Ct. 1. Prices are F.O.B. our plant.
Huntersville, 2. Prices do not include any sales tax.
CP . . . . . . . . . . 17 3. Freight charges will be prepaid on all
North Carolina USA
IPL . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7 28078 orders $250.00 and over shipping
IPLD . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 within continental USA using standard
shipping methods and service.
IPLDH . . . . . . . . . 10
4. Minimum order – $100.00.
IPLDS . . . . . . . . . 18
5. Claims for shortage, erroneous charges
IPLG . . . . . . . . . . . 5 or price corrections shall be deemed
IPLM. . . . . . . . . . 11 waived unless made in writing, deliv-
Phone Toll Free: ered to NSi within 30 days of invoice.
IPLMD . . . . . . 12-13
800.321.5847 6. Terms of payment – 2% 10th prox. net
IPLW . . . . . . . . . . 3
25th following.
ISR . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 7. Warranties – NSi guarantees all
ISRH. . . . . . . . . . . 1 products to be free of defects in mate-
ISW . . . . . . . . . . . 3 rial and workmanship for a period of
90 days from date of sale. Any claims
IT . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
for defective material must be agreed
ITW . . . . . . . . . . . 3 to in writing by NSi. Defective material
Fax Toll Free:
ITG . . . . . . . . . . . 5 will be replaced on an F.O.B. – our
800.841.5566
ITH. . . . . . . . . . . . 1 factory basis. NSi disclaims the implied
warranty of fitness for a particular
ITO . . . . . . . . . . . 1
application.
ITOG . . . . . . . . . . 5
PL . . . . . . . . . 14-15
PLH . . . . . . . . . . 10 Other Products
SP . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Available
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SITG. . . . . . . . . . . 5
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special applications which are not listed in
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you do not find listed, please contact
us. We would be pleased to provide a
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