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1sna173888r2000 – bridging plug
TE Connectivity BP8.A4 1SNA173888R2000 is a 4 mm short-circuit bridging plug designed to electrically connect two identical adjacent compatible Entrelec terminal blocks with an 8 mm pitch.
£7.96
Why Choose the TE Connectivity BP8.A4 1SNA173888R2000 Bridging Plug?
The TE Connectivity BP8.A4 1SNA173888R2000 is a dedicated short-circuit bridging plug designed for electrically connecting two identical adjacent Entrelec terminal blocks. Part of the established Entrelec SNA terminal block accessory range, it provides a compact and convenient method of creating a temporary or permanent cross-connection within industrial control panels and automation systems.
The BP8.A4 is designed for terminal blocks with an 8 mm pitch and uses a 4 mm-diameter plug connection. It can electrically bridge two compatible juxtaposed terminals without requiring a separate wired jumper, helping simplify testing, commissioning, maintenance and common-potential connection tasks.
Compatible with a range of Entrelec terminal families including M6/8, M6/8.RS, M6/8.ST and M6/8.STP variants, the BP8.A4 is a versatile accessory for professional terminal assemblies. It is supplied in manufacturer packs of 10 pieces and has a product net weight of approximately 1 g per plug.
Key Advantages
- Purpose-designed bridging plug for connecting two identical adjacent terminal blocks.
- 4 mm-diameter plug interface for compatible Entrelec terminals.
- Designed around an 8 mm terminal pitch.
- Provides convenient electrical cross-connection without additional wire links.
- Suitable for multiple M6/8 and related Entrelec terminal families.
- Useful for control-panel testing, commissioning and common-potential connections.
- Compact accessory weighing approximately 1 g per piece.
Key Features
- TE Connectivity / Entrelec BP8.A4 bridging plug.
- Manufacturer part number 1SNA173888R2000.
- Function: short-circuit plug / bridging plug.
- Designed to connect 2 identical adjacent terminal blocks.
- 4 mm plug diameter.
- Suitable for compatible 8 mm-pitch terminal blocks.
- Compatible with numerous SNA and related terminal configurations.
- Suitable for terminal assemblies mounted on standard industrial DIN rails.
- Product net weight of approximately 1 g.
- Manufacturer package quantity of 10 pieces.
Convenient Electrical Bridging for Terminal Assemblies
Bridging plugs provide a straightforward method of electrically connecting neighbouring terminal blocks without installing separate conductors. This can be particularly useful during panel configuration, commissioning, testing and maintenance where an accessible cross-connection between compatible terminals is required.
The BP8.A4 is engineered specifically for two adjacent 8 mm-pitch terminal blocks equipped for its 4 mm plug interface. Its dedicated design provides a neat and repeatable solution that integrates directly with compatible Entrelec terminal systems.
Typical Applications
- Industrial electrical control panels.
- DIN-rail terminal block assemblies.
- Common-potential terminal bridging.
- Testing and commissioning circuits.
- PLC and industrial automation cabinets.
- Machine-building and distribution systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Terminal Type | Feed-through | |
|---|---|---|
| Product Series | TE SNA | |
| Connection | Pluggable | |
| Manufacturer | TE Connectivity / Entrelec | |
| Series | SNA Terminal Block Accessories | |
| Model | BP8.A4 | |
| Manufacturer part number | 1SNA173888R2000 | |
| Product type | Bridging plug / short-circuit plug | |
| Function | Electrical connection of two identical adjacent terminal blocks | |
| Plug diameter | 4 mm | |
| Terminal pitch | 8 mm | |
| Number of bridged terminals | 2 | |
| Suitable terminal families | M6/8, M6/8.RS, M6/8.ST, M6/8.STP and compatible variants | |
| DIN-rail system compatibility | G32, TH35-7.5 and TH35-15 terminal assemblies | |
| Product net weight | approx. 1 g | |
| Pack quantity | 10 pieces | |
| Customs tariff number | 85369010 | |
| EAN | 3472591738889 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the TE Connectivity BP8.A4 1SNA173888R2000 used for?
The BP8.A4 is a short-circuit bridging plug designed to electrically connect two identical adjacent compatible Entrelec terminal blocks.
What size connection does the BP8.A4 use?
The BP8.A4 uses a 4 mm-diameter plug connection and is intended for compatible terminal blocks with an 8 mm pitch.
How many terminal blocks does 1SNA173888R2000 bridge?
The BP8.A4 is designed to electrically bridge two identical adjacent terminal blocks.
Which terminal blocks are compatible with the BP8.A4?
The BP8.A4 is suitable for several Entrelec terminal families including M6/8, M6/8.RS, M6/8.ST and M6/8.STP variants, along with other compatible 8 mm-pitch terminal blocks.
How many BP8.A4 bridging plugs are supplied in a manufacturer pack?
TE Connectivity / Entrelec part 1SNA173888R2000 is supplied in manufacturer packs of 10 pieces.
Trusted for Professional Terminal Block Installations
TE Connectivity / Entrelec terminal block accessories provide panel builders and automation engineers with dedicated components for creating compact, organised and serviceable electrical connections across industrial control and distribution systems.
