Connections

a.

The G-TAP A-TX21 shall be grounded via a copper ground conductor 6 AWG for CPE installation. The grounding screw size is an M4 as shown below. Ensure that the lug size used matches the M4 screw hole .

b.

The bare grounding connection points of G-TAP A-TX21 should be cleaned and coated with an antioxidant solution prior to making connections .

c.

Surfaces on which G-TAP A-TX21 is placed, and that are not plated should brought to a bright finish and treated with an antioxidant solution prior to making connections.

d.

Non-conductive surfaces on which G-TAP A-TX21 is placed, shall be removed from all threads and connection points to ensure electrical continuity.

e.

Multiple connectors shall not be secured by the same bolt assemblies.

f.

Non-plated connection surfaces that are to be intentionally joined to form a bonding or grounding path shall be brought to a bright finish and then coated with an antioxidant before they are used for electrical connections.

g.

Listing fasting hardware shall be compatible with materials being joined and shall preclude loosening deterioration, and electrochemical corrosion of the hardware and joined materials.

h.

Non-conductive coatings (such as paint, lacquer, and enamel) on the equipment to be bonded or grounded shall be removed from threads and other contact surfaces to assure electrical continuity.

i.

G-TAP A-TX21 utilizes a spade width 0.32 in /.81 cm with a standard wire 14-16 (AWG) that requires 5 in-lbs of torque to secure it to the frame and EUT. The listed two-hole compression-type connectors only should be used in connecting to flat surfaces (such as bus bars, frames, racks, or cabinets). Torquing and bolts assembly requirements for securing the connector shall be as specified by the connector supplier.

j.

Anti-rotation devices, such as lock washers, will be used on grounding lugs to minimize the possibility of loosening from rotation during installation and maintenance activities.