{"product_id":"sb50-contacts-pins","title":"SB50 Contacts (Pins)","description":"\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-product-description\"\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2 class=\"sapphire-title\"\u003eSB50 Contacts (Pins)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eHigh-quality \u003cstrong\u003eSB50 contacts (pins)\u003c\/strong\u003e for compatible SB50 connector housings. These contacts are manufactured from \u003cstrong\u003eheavy-wall copper\u003c\/strong\u003e and finished with a \u003cstrong\u003esilver plating\u003c\/strong\u003e for excellent conductivity, improved arc resistance, cooler operation, and reliable long-term performance in demanding DC power applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eAvailable for \u003cstrong\u003e10 AWG, 8 AWG, and 6 AWG\u003c\/strong\u003e cable sizes. Simply select the contact size that matches your cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-callout sapphire-callout-blue\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"sapphire-callout-title\"\u003eContacts (Pins) Only\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"callout-p\"\u003eThis listing includes \u003cstrong\u003eone (1) SB50 contact (pin)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Compatible housings and complete connector kits are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-cta-group\"\u003e\n      \u003ca class=\"sapphire-cta\" href=\"\/products\/sb50-connector-housing-red-blue-grey\"\u003e\n        Shop SB50 Housings\n      \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n      \u003ca class=\"sapphire-cta\" href=\"\/products\/sb50-connector-kit-red-blue-grey\"\u003e\n        Shop Complete Connector Kits\n      \u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 class=\"sapphire-section-title\"\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cul class=\"sapphire-checklist\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHeavy-wall copper construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSilver-plated contact surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eImproved arc resistance during connection and disconnection\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLower resistance for cooler operation under load\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePremium construction for demanding high-current applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAvailable for 10 AWG, 8 AWG, and 6 AWG cable sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCompatible with SB50 connector housings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-callout sapphire-callout-yellow\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"sapphire-callout-title\"\u003eThe Contact Matters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"callout-p\"\u003e\n      While many connector systems use similar housings, the quality of the contact has a major impact on performance. These contacts use a \u003cstrong\u003eheavy-wall copper design with silver plating\u003c\/strong\u003e to reduce resistance, run cooler under load, and provide excellent durability in high-current applications.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"callout-p\"\u003e\n      Proper crimping, matching contacts, and periodic inspection are essential for safe operation in high-current DC systems.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 class=\"sapphire-section-title\"\u003eSuggested Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cul class=\"sapphire-suggested\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBattery quick-disconnect connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePortable lithium power stations and battery boxes\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSolar and off-grid power systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDC-DC charger installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHAM radio power distribution\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMarine and RV electrical systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eService vehicle and utility equipment wiring\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 class=\"sapphire-section-title\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\n  \u003ctable class=\"sapphire-spec-table\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eConnector Series\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSB50\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eContact Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eHeavy-Wall Copper\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003ePlating\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSilver\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e10 AWG, 8 AWG, 6 AWG\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eHousing Compatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSB50 Connector Housings\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 class=\"sapphire-section-title\"\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cul class=\"sapphire-suggested\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 × SB50 Contact (Pin)\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"light\"\u003e(chosen size)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-callout sapphire-callout-yellow\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"sapphire-callout-title\"\u003eNeed a Complete Connector?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"callout-p\"\u003e\n      These contacts require a compatible SB50 housing. Complete connector kits are also available if you need both the housing and contacts together.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-cta-group\"\u003e\n      \u003ca class=\"sapphire-cta\" href=\"\/products\/sb50-connector-housing-red-blue-grey\"\u003e\n        Shop SB50 Housings\n      \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n      \u003ca class=\"sapphire-cta\" href=\"\/products\/sb50-connector-kit-red-blue-grey\"\u003e\n        Shop Complete Connector Kits\n      \u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 class=\"sapphire-section-title\"\u003eFrequently Asked\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eAre these contacts, pins, or terminals?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eAll three terms are commonly used. These parts are often referred to as \u003cstrong\u003econtacts\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003epins\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eterminals\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003ecrimp contacts\u003c\/strong\u003e. They are the metal conductors that install into an SB50 housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eIs a housing included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eNo. This listing includes \u003cstrong\u003eone contact only\u003c\/strong\u003e. Compatible SB50 housings are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-cta-group\"\u003e\n          \u003ca class=\"sapphire-cta\" href=\"\/products\/sb50-connector-housing-red-blue-grey\"\u003e\n            Shop SB50 Housings\n          \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n          \u003ca class=\"sapphire-cta\" href=\"\/products\/sb50-connector-kit-red-blue-grey\"\u003e\n            Shop Complete Connector Kits\n          \u003c\/a\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eHow many contacts do I need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThis listing is sold \u003cstrong\u003eper contact\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eA single SB50 connector housing requires \u003cstrong\u003etwo contacts\u003c\/strong\u003e (one positive and one negative conductor).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eTo create a complete mated connection between two cables, most installations require:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e2 × SB50 housings\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e4 × SB50 contacts\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eBe sure to order enough contacts for your application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhat wire sizes are available?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eSB50 contacts are available for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e10 AWG cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e8 AWG cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e6 AWG cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eSelect the contact size that matches your cable for proper crimping and maximum performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhy are these silver plated?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eSilver plating helps improve conductivity, resist corrosion, and withstand the arcing that can occur when connecting or disconnecting DC power systems under load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eCombined with the heavy-wall copper construction, this helps provide lower resistance and cooler operation compared to many economy-grade contacts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eShould I use matching contacts on both sides?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYes. For the best electrical performance and contact engagement, we recommend using matching SB50 contacts on both sides of the connection whenever possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eMixing contact designs, materials, or manufacturers may reduce the effective contact area and can increase resistance, heat generation, and wear over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eUsing matching housings and matching contacts helps ensure the best fit, lowest resistance, and longest service life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eShould I inspect the connection after installation?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. After installation, perform a pull-test on the crimped conductor and verify that the contact is fully seated and locked into the housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eDuring the first few high-current operating cycles, we recommend checking connector temperature to verify proper crimping and contact engagement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003ePeriodically inspect the connection for excessive heat, discoloration, looseness, or signs of arcing and damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eDo I need a special crimp tool?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eA quality crimp tool sized for the contact being used is strongly recommended. After crimping, always perform a pull test and inspect that the contact is fully seated in the housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eCan I mix different contact sizes or wire gauges?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. You can use different compatible SB50 contact sizes on either side of the connection. The mating surface of the contact is the same, while the crimp barrel is sized for the cable being used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eThis can be useful when transitioning between different wire sizes, such as a larger cable on a long run and a smaller cable near the device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always fuse the circuit for the lowest-rated conductor or component in the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Sapphire Energy","offers":[{"title":"#10 AWG","offer_id":53707397071167,"sku":null,"price":3.75,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#8 AWG","offer_id":53707397103935,"sku":null,"price":3.75,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#6 AWG","offer_id":53707397136703,"sku":null,"price":3.75,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/6803\/8463\/files\/SB50_pair_neutral_bg_1600px_1.webp?v=1764630696","url":"https:\/\/sapphirebattery.ca\/products\/sb50-contacts-pins","provider":"Sapphire Energy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}