Is cable head and cable terminal ​the same?

Is cable head and cable terminal the same?

No The differences between cable head and cable terminal are as follows:

1、 Different properties

1. Cable head: refers to the connection point used to connect all segments of the cable as a whole in order to make it a continuous line after the cable is laid.

2. Cable terminal: it is a device assembled to the head and end of the cable line to complete the connection with other electrical equipment.

2、 Different functions

1. Cable head: It is used to lock and fix incoming and outgoing lines and plays the role of waterproof, dustproof and shock proof.

2. Cable terminal: It integrates waterproof, stress control, shielding and insulation, has good electrical and mechanical properties, and can be used for a long time under various harsh environmental conditions. The utility model has the advantages of light weight, convenient installation, etc. Cable terminals are widely used in electric power, petrochemical industry, metallurgy, railway ports and construction and other fields.

Extended data:

Precautions for use of cable head:

1. Select conductor connecting pipe with proper conductivity and mechanical strength;

2. The fit clearance between the inner diameter of the crimping tube and the outer diameter of the connected wire core is 0.8-1.4mm;

3. The joint resistance after crimping shall not be more than 1.2 times of the conductor with equal section, and the tensile strength of copper conductor joint shall not be less than 60N/mm2;

4. Before crimping, the outer surface of the conductor and the inner surface of the connecting pipe shall be coated with conductive adhesive, and the oxide film shall be damaged with a wire brush;

5. Sharp corners and burrs on connecting pipes and core conductors shall be polished with a file or sandpaper.