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Four small solid copper alligator clips with serrated jaws and crimp barrels

ProTechTrader

ProTechTrader Solid Copper Alligator Clips 4 Pack 5 Amps 12 AWG

SKU CH-86DV-2Q87V

Four solid-copper alligator clips rated 5 A for 12 AWG wire, 1.1 in long with 0.25 in jaw opening, suited for test leads or soldering heat-sink use

  • Color MappingCopper
  • Solid copper construction transfers heat efficiently to protect delicate components during soldering
  • Rated for 5 amps and up to 12 AWG wire for reliable electrical connections
  • Compact 1.1 inch length fits tight spaces on circuit boards and test setups
  • 25 inch maximum jaw opening grips small wires and component leads securely
  • Four-piece pack supplies enough clips for multiple test leads or heat-sinking tasks

Solid Copper Alligator Clips for Soldering

This four-pack of solid copper alligator clips serves as both a soldering heat sink and a quick-connect test lead. Rated for up to 5 amps and 12 AWG stranded wire, they protect heat-sensitive components during soldering and provide a reliable temporary connection for circuit testing. The copper construction ensures excellent heat transfer away from delicate ICs and circuits.

Compact Jaw Design Fits Tight Board Spaces

Each clip measures approximately 1.1 inches in overall length with a maximum jaw opening of roughly 0.25 inches, allowing access to dense component layouts. The jaws accept a crimp or solder connection for the test lead wire, freeing up bench space by eliminating the need for separate heat-sink tools. Their small footprint suits hobbyist breadboards and prototype perfboards alike.

Passive Cooling With No Added Noise

Solid copper body acts as a passive thermal mass, drawing heat away from the joint without fans or moving parts. In normal use the clips add negligible electrical resistance and generate no audible noise, while the 5-amp rating keeps temperature rise modest for typical low-power prototyping currents.

Highlights

  • Solid copper construction transfers heat efficiently to protect delicate components during soldering
  • Rated for 5 amps and up to 12 AWG wire for reliable electrical connections
  • Compact 1.1 inch length fits tight spaces on circuit boards and test setups
  • 25 inch maximum jaw opening grips small wires and component leads securely
  • Four-piece pack supplies enough clips for multiple test leads or heat-sinking tasks

Specifications

BrandProTechTrader
Color MappingCopper

Questions about this item

How many amps can these clips carry continuously before they overheat?

The clips are rated for 5 amps continuous current; exceeding that limit will cause heating that the solid copper body cannot dissipate quickly enough.

Do the clips get hot or draw noticeable power when left clamped on a circuit all day?

Solid copper conducts heat away from the joint, so the clips themselves stay cool at rated load and add virtually no voltage drop during extended use.

What wire gauge must I already have to crimp or solder into these clips?

They accept up to 12 AWG stranded hook-up wire, so you need 12 AWG or smaller conductors ready for a secure crimp or solder connection.

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