Description
Utilux SL68M16 Aluminium Lug
The Utilux SL68M16 is an aluminium compression terminal lug from the Utilux Type SL connector family, configured with an M16 palm connection.
Type SL lugs form part of Utilux’s overhead sleeves and lugs system for compatible AAC, AAAC and ACSR conductors. The range uses extruded aluminium construction with jointing compound pre-filled into the compression barrel.
SL68M16 for Railway Applications
The Utilux SL68M16 lug is used in railway electrical and overhead line applications where an M16 connection is required.
Because rail infrastructure often uses controlled product specifications and approved material lists, customers should order by the complete part number where the requirement nominates SL68M16.
Do not assume that a standard SL68 or another aluminium lug provides an acceptable substitute simply because the conductor barrel appears similar.
Instead, confirm:
- Exact Utilux part number
- Conductor type
- Conductor outside diameter
- Palm connection
- Crimping die
- Installation tooling
- Relevant project or network specification
Utilux SL-Series Construction
The Utilux SL family features:
- Extruded aluminium construction
- Pre-filled electrical jointing compound
- Compression installation
- Compatibility with the appropriate hexagonal or indent tooling
- AAC conductor applications
- AAAC conductor applications
- ACSR conductor applications
- Non-tension electrical connections
- Industrial and overhead electrical applications
TE currently identifies overhead sleeves and lugs as a dedicated part of its Utilux compression connector range.
Utilux SL68M16 vs SL68
The main reason to maintain separate pages for SL68M16 and SL68 is that customers and rail procurement teams may search and order these products by the exact Utilux catalogue reference.
For the standard version, view the Utilux SL68 Aluminium Lug.
If your documentation or material list specifies SL68M16, order the M16 product rather than relying on a generic SL68 description.
Crimping the SL68M16
Correct crimping depends on the actual conductor and the Utilux tooling combination specified for that conductor.
Therefore, confirm the conductor construction before selecting the die.
Browse our Utilux Crimping Tools range or contact Engineering Supplies if you need assistance identifying the appropriate compression equipment.
For aluminium connection preparation and related products, see our Electrical Jointing Compound range.
Utilux SL Lugs
Browse the complete Utilux SL Aluminium Lug range for additional conductor diameters and terminal configurations.
For information on the wider manufacturer range, visit TE Connectivity Utilux.
Buy Utilux SL68M16 in Australia
Engineering Supplies supplies Utilux SL68M16 aluminium lugs to railway, utility, infrastructure and industrial customers throughout Australia.
For pricing, stock availability or technical assistance, contact Engineering Supplies on (08) 9258 8444 or email sales@engsup.com.au.
