3M Cold Shrink QS-III Splice Kit 5514A-500-AL - Tape Shield, 15 kV, 500 kcmil, 1/case

3M Cold Shrink QS-III Splice Kit 5514A-500-AL - Tape Shield, 15 kV, 500 kcmil, 1/case Inline Splice Kit The 3M Cold Shrink QS-III Splice Kit 5514A-500-AL is a 15 kV class inline splice designed for joining tape shielded power cables. It is engineered for electrical distributors and switchgear suppliers requiring reliable splicing solutions for tape shielded cables with copper or aluminum conductors sized from 4/0 to 500 kcmil. The cold shrink design enables quick installation without additional heat sources, making it suitable for feeder and distribution circuits, direct burial, and submerged locations. Specifications Voltage Class: 15 kV Cable Insulation Outer Diameter Range: 0.84 - 1.38 inches (21.3 - 35.1 mm) Conductor Size Range: 4/0 - 500 kcmil (95 - 240 mm²) Typical Installed Length: 29 inches (736 mm) Typical Installed Diameter: 2.50 inches (64 mm) Operating Temperature: Continuous 105°C, Emergency Overload 140°C BIL Rating: 150 kV Current Rating: Meets or exceeds cable rating Manufacturer Part Number: 7100027557 Product Weight: 8.39 lbs Made in USA Features Cold Shrink Design for fast, tool-free installation and excellent cable size transition capability One-piece molded silicone rubber splice body for high and low temperature performance EPDM rubber cold shrink jacketing for physical protection Factory tested for partial discharge and AC withstand to ensure reliability Computer-aided design for compact size and optimal electrical field distribution Special electrode design to minimize electrical stress at cable/splice interface High ampacity shield rated for 15,000 Amps for 15 cycles and 350 Amps neutral current Compatible with standard copper or aluminum inline compression connectors and 3M Shearbolt QCI Series connectors Suitable for direct burial and submerged installations Downloads & Links Spec Sheet Safety Data Sheet Document Brochures Document Instructions Document Catalogs