Modular

MODULAR SPLICING 
Splicing
Modular Splicing Kits 305
Cable Adapter Kits 308

3M Modular Splice Kits form a 5 to 25 kV 600 Amp

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With 3M modular technology, every splice is designed
separable insulated connector system. The system is easy to maintain the insulating and shielding integrity of the
to expand and is flexible  —  allowing for easy disconnects original cable.
and additions.
3M cold shrink insulator (included in adapter kit) provides
Using one or more of the versatile kits, you can make a fast, easy means of rejacketing over the shield adapter
virtually any kind of splice–2-way, 3-way, 4-way, dead-end and seals the splice to the cable jacket, permitting use
or connect cable to your gear’s 600 Amp bushing with an in submerged locations such as manholes and vaults.
equipment connection kit.
3M modular splicing kits install easily on standard
Matching a particular cable in accordance with any 3M shielded power cables and are compatible with copper
modular splicing kit is also easy and precise. Kits are and aluminum conductors. The 5815 Series kits are
comprised of modular components and are assembled designed for use with Tape Shield, Wire Shield, UniShield ®

following the provided instructions. The only additional and Jacketed Concentric Neutral Cables. Meets
supplies you need are an adapter kit for each cable being requirements of ANSI/IEEE Standard 386.
connected, which provides a custom fit of your cable to the
modular system. A T-wrench is also available for the kits
containing a connecting plug.

With 3M modular splicing kits, you can install critical

splices in the field quickly and reliably. And, you can
re-enter for splice expansion or temporary dead-ending.

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 Modular Splicing Kits

3M Modular Splicing Kit

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3M Modular Tap Splicing Kit
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Basic Splice 5815-S 5815-T Tap (Add On)

Voltage Rating: 5-25 kV Voltage Rating: 5-25 kV

ANSI/IEEE Std. 386 ANSI/IEEE Std. 386

The 5815-S, your basic splice, is for two-way shielded The 5815-T provides an easy way to tap into an existing
power cable connections. The 5815-S is easy to disconnect, dead-end or to combine with a 5815-S splice for a three-
without affecting integrity, while adding or removing way installation, while maintaining integrity of the original
cables. It is also an excellent alternative to expensive connection. Add on to the 5815-E equipment connection
switches when isolating circuits for maintenance. for an easy method of connecting parallel feeds.
The “square corner” configuration saves space.
Each 5815-T kit contains:
Each 5815-S kit contains: • 1 tee-module
• 2 tee-modules • 1 connecting plug
• 1 connecting plug • 1 connecting stud
• 2 dead-end plugs • 1 instruction booklet
• 2 connecting studs • silicone lubricant
• 1 instruction booklet Note: A cable adapter kit is required for each cable.
• silicone lubricant
5815-T
Note: A cable adapter kit is required for each cable. Tap Kit

5815-S
2-Way Splice Kit

5815-B Series
Adapter Kit

5815-B Series
(Conversion from
Adapter Kits
2-way to 3-way shown)

Ordering Information
Product Conductor Size Range Stranded UPC
Number Cu Al (054007-)

5815-S 2 AWG-750 kcmil 2 AWG-1000 kcmil 04230

5815-T 2 AWG-750 kcmil 2 AWG-1000 kcmil 04231

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3M Dead-End Modular Kit 3M Modular Equipment Kit

MODULAR SPLICING • Modular Splicing Kits

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Dead-End 5815-D Equipment Connection 5815-E

Voltage Rating: 5-25 kV Voltage Rating: 5-25 kV

ANSI/IEEE Std. 386 ANSI/IEEE Std. 386

Use the 5815-D for plan-ahead cable systems including This module permits connection to standard non-loadbreak
submersible dead-end for cables put down during 600 Amp bushings to provide fully shielded, dead-front
site construction. cable connections to apparatus such as transformers,
oil switches and transformer switches.
Each 5815-D kit contains:
• 1 tee-module Each 5815-E kit contains:
• 2 dead-end plugs • 1 tee-module
• 1 connecting stud • 1 dead-end plug
• 1 instruction booklet • 1 connecting stud
• silicone lubricant • 1 instruction booklet
Note: A cable adapter kit is required for each cable.
• silicone lubricant
Note: A cable adapter kit is required for each cable.
5815-D
Dead-End Kit
5815-E
Equipment Connection Kit

600 Amp
5815-B Series Apparatus
Adapter Bushing
Kit

5815-B Series
Adapter Kit

Ordering Information
Product Conductor Size Range Stranded UPC
Number Cu Al (054007-)

5815-D 2 AWG-750 kcmil 2 AWG-1000 kcmil 04233

5815-E 2 AWG-750 kcmil 2 AWG-1000 kcmil 04234

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 3M T-Wrench 5815-TW
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The T-Wrench 5815-TW, available from 3M, is a 5/16-inch

hex wrench and required to install the connecting plugs
on the 5815-S and 5815-T kits.

Ordering Information
Product Number Application UPC (054007-)
5815-TW T-Wrench for use with kits 43468
containing Connecting Plug(s)

Maintainswith
integrity
flexibility

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Cable Adapter Kits

MODULAR SPLICING • Cable Adapter Kits

3M Quick Adapter
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Modular Kits 5815-B Series

Voltage Rating: 5 to 25 kV
Any of the cable adapter kits — each for a different
combination of conductor size and insulation diameter —
will fit directly into the main tee-module body of any
3M modular splicing kit. This permits splicing of common
types of power cable (tape shield, wire shield, UniShield
®

and jacketed concentric neutral) with a minimum of

basic kits.

Cable adapter kits include:

• 1 cable adapter
• 1 aluminum compression connector
• 1 cold shrink jacketing tube
• 1 constant force spring
• 1 ground braid assembly
• 2 mastic sealing strips
• 2 silicone lubricants
• 1 CC-3 cable cleaning pad kit
• 1 product information sheet
Note: One kit required for each cable being spliced.

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 Selection Guide for 3M Quick Adapter Modular Kits 5 and 8 kV
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Kit No. UPC Insulation Diameter Range 5 kV (AWG/kcmil) 8 kV (AWG/kcmil)

(054007-) Inches (mm)
100% (90 mils) 133% (115 mils) 100% (115 mils) 133% (140 mils)

Compact/ Compact/ Compact/ Compact/

Stranded Stranded Stranded Stranded
Solid Solid Solid Solid
5815-B1 04235 0.640-0.760 (16.3-19.3) 2/0 3/0 2/0 3/0

5815-B2 04237 0.640-0.760 (16.3-19.3) 3/0 4/0

5815-B5 04244 0.720-0.845 (18.3-21.5) 2/0

5815-B6 04259 0.720-0.845 (18.3-21.5) 3/0 4/0 3/0 4/0 3/0 4/0

5815-B7 04260 0.720-0.845 (18.3-21.5) 4/0 250 4/0 250* 4/0 250*

5815-B10 04263 0.720-0.845 (18.3-21.5) 250

5815-B12 04603 0.785-0.970 (19.9-24.6) 4/0 250

5815-B15 04268 0.785-0.970 (19.9-24.6) 250 250 250

5815-B17 04570 0.785-0.970 (19.9-24.6) 350

5815-B23 04576 0.910-1.065 (23.1-27.1) 350 350 350

5815-B29 43437 0.980-1.140 (24.9-29.0) 500 500 500

5815-B35 43443 1.080-1.280 (27.4-32.5) 500

5815-B40 43448 1.080-1.280 (27.4-32.5) 750

5815-B43 43451 1.220-1.420 (31.0-36.1) 750 750 750

5815-B45 43453 1.220-1.420 (31.0-36.1) 1000 Al

5815-B46 43454 1.360-1.560 (34.5-39.6) 1000 Al 1000 AI 1000 Al

Important: Final determining factor is Cable Insulation O.D. Range.
One kit required for each cable being connected.
*NOTE: Check actual cable insulation diameter to verify correct kit selection.

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 MODULAR SPLICING • Cable Adapter Kits
Selection Guide for 3M Quick Adapter Modular Kits 15 and 25 kV
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Kit No. UPC Insulation Diameter Range 15 kV (AWG/kcmil) 25 kV (AWG/kcmil)

(054007-) Inches (mm)
100% (175 mils) 133% (220 mils) 100% (260 mils) 133% (320 mils)

Compact/ Compact/ Compact/ Compact/

Stranded Stranded Stranded Stranded
Solid Solid Solid Solid

5815-B3 04238 0.640-0.760 (16.3-19.3) 2 1

5815-B4 04239 0.640-0.760 (16.3-19.3) 1 1/0*

5815-B5 04244 0.720-0.845 (18.3-21.5) 2/0 3/0*

5815-B8 04261 0.720-0.845 (18.3-21.5) 1/0 2/0

5815-B9 04262 0.720-0.845 (18.3-21.5) 2 1

5815-B11 04264 0.785-0.970 (19.9-24.6) 1 1/0 1 1/0

5815-B13 04266 0.785-0.970 (19.9-24.6) 1/0 2/0

5815-B14 04267 0.785-0.970 (19.9-24.6) 2 1

5815-B16 04269 0.785-0.970 (19.9-24.6) 3/0 4/0

5815-B18 04571 0.785-0.970 (19.9-24.6) 4/0 250

5815-B19 04572 0.785-0.970 (19.9-24.6) 2/0 3/0

5815-B20 04573 0.910-1.065 (23.1-27.1) 1/0 2/0

5815-B21 04574 0.910-1.065 (23.1-27.1) 2/0 3/0

5815-B22 04575 0.910-1.065 (23.1-27.1) 3/0 4/0

5815-B24 04577 0.910-1.065 (23.1-27.1) 250

5815-B25 04578 0.910-1.065 (23.1-27.1) 2 1

5815-B26 04579 0.910-1.065 (23.1-27.1) 4/0 250

5815-B27 04581 0.910-1.065 (23.1-27.1) 1 1/0

5815-B28 04582 0.980-1.140 (24.9-29.0) 3/0 4/0

5815-B30 43438 0.980-1.140 (24.9-29.0) 1/0 2/0

5815-B31 43439 0.980-1.140 (24.9-29.0) 2/0 3/0

5815-B32 43440 0.980-1.140 (24.9-29.0) 250

5815-B33 43441 0.980-1.140 (24.9-29.0) 350

Important: Final determining factor is Cable Insulation O.D. Range.

One kit required for each cable being connected.
*NOTE: Check actual cable insulation diameter to verify correct kit selection.

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 Selection Guide for 3M Quick Adapter Modular Kits 15 and 25 kV
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Kit No. UPC Insulation Diameter Range 15 kV (AWG/kcmil) 25 kV (AWG/kcmil)

(054007-) Inches (mm)
100% (175 mils) 133% (220 mils) 100% (260 mils) 133% (320 mils)

Compact/ Compact/ Compact/ Compact/

Stranded Stranded Stranded Stranded
Solid Solid Solid Solid

5815-B34 43442 0.980-1.140 (24.9-29.0) 4/0 250*

5815-B35 43443 1.080-1.280 (27.4-32.5) 500

5815-B36 43444 1.080-1.280 (27.4-32.5) 3/0 4/0

5815-B37 43445 1.080-1.280 (27.4-32.5) 250

5815-B38 43446 1.080-1.280 (27.4-32.5) 350

5815-B39 43447 1.080-1.280 (27.4-32.5) 4/0 250

5815-B41 43449 1.220-1.420 (31.0-36.1) 350 350

5815-B42 43450 1.220-1.420 (31.0-36.1) 250

5815-B44 43452 1.220-1.420 (31.0-36.1) 500

5815-B47 43455 1.360-1.560 (34.5-39.6) 500 500

5815-B48 43456 1.360-1.560 (34.5-39.6) 750 750

5815-B49 43457 1.480-1.700 (37.6-43.2) 1000 Al 1000 Al

5815-B50 43461 1.480-1.700 (37.6-43.2) 750

5815-B51 43465 1.640-1.840 (41.7-46.7) 750

5815-B52 43466 1.640-1.840 (41.7-46.7) 1000 Al

5815-B53 43467 1.780-1.965 (45.2-49.9) 1000 Al

Important: Final determining factor is Cable Insulation O.D. Range.

One kit required for each cable being connected.
*NOTE: Check actual cable insulation diameter to verify correct kit selection.

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3M Cold Shrink Shield Adapter Kits

MODULAR SPLICING • Cable Adapter Kits

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8459/8460 Series
3M Cold Shrink Shield Adapter Kits are designed for
grounding and sealing tape, wire and UniShield shielded
®

Tape Shield
power cables when using cable accessories such as elbows,
modular splices and terminations.

These cold shrink kits require no heat, special tools or Wire Shield
special skills to install. The cold shrink kits come complete
with all necessary components (except the cable accessory)
Tape Shielded Cable
and are installed in a few simple steps. We’ve even attached UniShield®

a “bleeder wire” to the ground strap eliminating the need

for additional wire and connectors.

LC Shielded Cable LC Shielded Cable

Always a
custom fit
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 Specifications and Ordering Information for
3M Cold Shrink Shield Adapter Kits 8459/8460
Specifications 8459 8460 8461 8462
Tape Shielded, Wire Shielded, Unishield ®

Cable Type
See previous page for cable type illustration.
Jacket O.D. Range
0.59-1.05 0.83-1.64 1.27-2.17 1.70-2.60
Inches (mm)
(15,0-26,6) (21,1-41,6) (32,3-55,1) (43,2-66,0)
Cable Size/Volt Class:
8-1 kcmil 1/0 AWG-350 kcmil 500-1000 kcmil
Cable Size for 5/8 kV Class —
(10-38) (50-200 mm ) 2
(240-500 mm ) 2

2-250 kcmil 350-1000 kcmil 1250-1750 kcmil

Cable Size for 15 kV Class —
(35-150 mm ) 2
(185-500 mm ) 2
(600-850 mm ) 2

2-250 kcmil 350-750 kcmil 1000-1500 kcmil

Cable Size for 25 kV Class —
(35-150 mm ) 2
(185-500 mm ) 2
(600-725 mm ) 2

2-1/0 kcmil 2/0 AWG-350 kcmil 500-1000 kcmil

Cable Size for 35 kV Class —
(35-60 mm ) 2
(70-200 mm ) 2
(240-500 mm ) 2

Kit Components:

Cold Shrink Sealing Tube 1 1 1 1

Mastic Sealing Strips 6" (152,4 mm) 3 strips 3 strips 3 strips 3 strips

Constant Force Spring 1 1 1 1

Pre-formed Ground Braid/Bleeder Wire 1 1 1 1

Scotch 13 Semi-Conductive Tape

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1 strip 1 strip 1 strip 1 strip

Instructions 1 1 1 1

Ordering Information 8459 8460 8461 8462

UPC (054007-) 53236* 41458 41459 53131*

Inner Unit Pack 1/bag 1/bag 1/bag 1/bag

Case Qty. 3 kits 10 kits 10 kits 3 kits

*UPC prefix 055128

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