Industry Standard Aluminum Terminals | Cost-sensitive wiring (e.g., residential electrical systems) | Aluminum (61% IACS conductivity), uncoated | Lightweight, 30% cheaper than copper (ASTM B209) | Prone to oxidation, 39% lower conductivity than copper (ASTM B554) |
Our Base Copper Terminals | General industrial applications (e.g., HVAC systems) | Copper (100% IACS), tin-plated (5-8 microns ▲) (ASTM B458) | 64% higher conductivity than aluminum ▲, corrosion resistance (ASTM B117: 480+ hours) | Higher cost than aluminum, requires proper storage to avoid oxidation |
Our Advanced Copper Terminals | High-reliability systems (e.g., aerospace, medical equipment) | Copper (100% IACS), gold-plated (0.5 microns ▲▲), tin-plated (5-8 microns) | Best corrosion resistance (ASTM B117: 720+ hours ▲▲), premium conductivity | Most expensive ▲▲, requires specialized handling to prevent plating wear |
Silver-Plated Terminals (Industry) | High-frequency electronics (e.g., RF connectors) | Silver-plated (6% higher conductivity than copper ▲), nickel underlayer | 6% enhanced conductivity ▲, low contact resistance (IEC 60093) | Tarnishes in humid environments, 2x costlier than copper (ASTM B201) |
Stainless Steel Terminals | Harsh environments (e.g., marine, chemical plants) | Stainless Steel (17% IACS), passivated surface (ASTM A967) | Corrosion-resistant in acidic/alkaline conditions (ASTM G48), non-magnetic | 83% lower conductivity than copper ▲, heavier (density: 8.0 g/cm³) |
Ceramic-Insulated Terminals | High-temperature applications (e.g., automotive engines) | Ceramic insulation (up to 1200°C ▲▲), copper core | Withstands extreme heat (ASTM C695), dielectric strength: 20 kV/mm | Brittle (ASTM C1161), limited flexibility, 50% heavier than metal-only terminals |