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GRAINGER Wire Disconnect: Blue, Vinyl, Partial Coverage - Partially Insulated Piggyback Disconnects
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GRAINGER Wire Disconnect: Blue, Vinyl, Partial Coverage

The GRAINGER Wire Disconnect is a Partially Insulated Piggyback Disconnect with a blue vinyl partial coverage. It features a 0.25 in x 0.032 in tab and is classified as a Socket/Tab type. This product is manufactured…

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Wire Disconnect: Blue, Vinyl, Partial Coverage
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Partially Insulated Piggyback Disconnects
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31A496
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3G Electric (S) Pte. Ltd. — Singapore

Product Description

The GRAINGER Wire Disconnect is a Partially Insulated Piggyback Disconnect with a blue vinyl partial coverage. It features a 0.25 in x 0.032 in tab and is classified as a Socket/Tab type. This product is manufactured by GRAINGER under part number 31A496.

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What is the GRAINGER Wire Disconnect 31A496 used for?

The GRAINGER Wire Disconnect 31A496 is a partially insulated piggyback disconnect used to quickly connect or disconnect electrical wires in control panels, appliances, and industrial equipment. Its blue vinyl partial coverage provides insulation and color coding for 16-14 AWG wire, while the 0.25 in x 0.032 in tab fits standard socket/tab terminals.

What are the specifications of the GRAINGER 31A496 disconnect?

The GRAINGER 31A496 is a partially insulated piggyback disconnect with a blue vinyl partial coverage. It has a 0.25 in x 0.032 in tab and is classified as a Socket/Tab type. The manufacturer part number is 31A496, and it is designed for quick wire connections in electrical systems.

Where to buy the GRAINGER 31A496 wire disconnect worldwide?

You can source the GRAINGER 31A496 wire disconnect through 3G Electric, a global industrial equipment distributor. We handle full logistics, customs clearance, and delivery to worldwide destinations. Contact us for availability and lead time; we supply genuine GRAINGER components for your electrical projects.

How to install a partially insulated piggyback disconnect like the GRAINGER 31A496?

To install the GRAINGER 31A496, strip the wire to the recommended length, insert it into the disconnect barrel, and crimp firmly with a ratcheting crimp tool. Ensure the tab fully engages the mating socket. The blue vinyl partial coverage provides insulation; verify no bare wire is exposed. Follow standard electrical safety practices.

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3G Electric supplies GRAINGER partially insulated piggyback disconnects. We supply genuine products with in-stock availability on common SKUs, technical documentation, commissioning support, and warranty service — worldwide.

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