3M
3M QSLV-M(8-2/0) Cold Shrink Splice Kit, 8 AWG to 3/0 AWG, Black, 1,000 V
Cold-shrink EPDM rubber splice kit covers 8 AWG to 3/0 AWG wire at 1,000 V without heat or adhesive
- Cold-shrink installation requires no heat tool
- EPDM rubber resists UV and ozone exposure
- Operates from -40 °F to 266 °F ambient
- Fits 8 AWG through 3/0 AWG conductors
- Rated for 1,000 V dielectric strength
Cold Shrink Splice Kit 8 AWG to 3/0 AWG
The 3M QSLV-M(8-2/0) is a cold shrink splice kit designed for electrical professionals joining or repairing cables. It uses EPDM rubber tubing that contracts without heat tools, forming a reliable insulation layer. The kit suits field work where open flame or hot-air equipment is impractical. Each piece is supplied individually for single-splice jobs.
1 000 V rating covers 8 AWG through 3/0 AWG
The tubing accepts wire sizes from 8 AWG up to 3/0 AWG with a pre-shrink inner diameter of 0.75 in and a recovered diameter of 0.2 in. It is rated for 1 000 V dielectric strength and operates from -40 degrees to 266 degrees F. The medium-wall EPDM material resists UV light but is not flame-retardant and carries no adhesive lining. Headroom ends at the 3/0 AWG maximum and the 1 000 V limit.
Replaces heat-shrink splices where heat tools are
This kit upgrades installations that previously required a torch or heat gun to activate shrink tubing. The cold-shrink method saves time and removes fire risk in confined spaces. The jump is worth it when working on live-site repairs, overhead lines, or any location where carrying heating equipment is difficult. It does not suit applications needing adhesive-sealed or flame-retardant sleeves.
Highlights
- Cold-shrink installation requires no heat tool
- EPDM rubber resists UV and ozone exposure
- Operates from -40 °F to 266 °F ambient
- Fits 8 AWG through 3/0 AWG conductors
- Rated for 1,000 V dielectric strength
Specifications
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Questions about this item
Will the 0.75 in pre-shrink diameter fit over my existing 3/0 AWG cable insulation?
The kit accommodates 8 AWG to 3/0 AWG wire sizes with a 0.75 in inner diameter before shrinking down to 0.2 in after installation.
How can I verify the splice is properly sealed once installed?
After shrinking, the EPDM rubber sleeve conforms tightly to the cable, providing a 1,000 V dielectric strength rating across the -40 to 266 Degrees F temperature range.
Does the package include the connector or just the cold shrink tubing?
Each piece is an individual cold shrink splice kit with UV light-resistant EPDM rubber tubing; no separate connector or adhesive liner is included.
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