Are bi-metallic lugs suitable for outdoor or harsh environments?

The BI-METALLIC LUGS are among the best options for the outdoor and harsh environment conditions that are hard to find in the market and if selected and installed properly. The lugs are a perfect solution for connecting aluminium cables to copper busbars or terminals while offering long-lasting reliability in strict applications.

Resistance to galvanic corrosion is one of the most important benefits of BI-METALLIC LUGS. The advanced metallurgical process used in the production of these lugs allows the aluminium barrel to be bonded with copper palm thus eliminating the direct contact of different metals. This is what makes them the best choice for outdoor installation where moisture, humidity, and pollutants could accelerate corrosion.

Along with that, most of the bi-metallic lugs come with the copper palm that is first plated with tin and then that has been done to increase the resistance against oxidation, exposure to chemicals and environmental wear. Crimping, sealing and anti-oxidation compounds combined with lugs give the lugs the capability of enduring temperature change, vibration, and exposure to dust or industrial contaminants even when those conditions are severe.

Compared to other types of lugs, BI-METALLIC LUGS are the preferred ones in outdoor substations, renewable energy projects, telecom towers, and industrial plants where the continuous operation under severe conditions is a must. The robustness of the mechanical design guarantees that the electrical performance will remain stable even after long service periods.

PIONEER POWER INTERNATIONAL and other manufacturers are among the suppliers of the international standard-compliant BI-METALLIC LUGS. Thus, they can be considered as a reliable choice for application in outdoor and harsh environment areas where safety and durability are the main concerns.