A splice tap connector allows for adding a new wire without major handwork. These are usually made of vinyl and plastic, but there are variations as to the use. A T-tap has a metal inside part in it which cuts through the insulation of the wires and acts as a conductor.

T-tap connectors are used to “tap” into an existing connection. They differ in color, and every color means a gauge range:

  • Red – AWG 22-18;
  • Blue – AWG 16-14;
  • Yellow – AWG 12-10.

Let’s see how you can use such multi wire connectors and where to get the best parts!

How to Use T-Tap Electrical Multi Connectors

It’s very easy to use them if you have a nice guide and high-quality wire connectors from Wirefyshop. An online shop you buy your electrical tools and parts at makes a lot of difference in the reliability of your work’s result.

Keep in mind that to tap into an existing connection using a T-tap connector, you’ll also need a male push-on one for the cable you want to connect to the existing auto or another application.

Here’s a brief step-by-step on how to install such a connector:

  1. Take the wire you want to connect to and put it into an open T-tap connector. There’s a special slot in it, push it a bit so it fits;
  2. Close the connector and squeeze it with a pair of pliers until you hear a clicking sound. This is when the metal part inside the connector connects with the metal part of the wire;
  3. Take the wire you want to tap in with and strip a small part of it to put a male connector on;
  4. Crimp the connector tightly onto the wire;
  5. Push the connector onto the T-tap one tightly;
  6. Pull the wires a little bit to see if both cables are connected tightly. If something is wrong, crimp them better so they’re in place and not moving;
  7. If needed, secure the connections with a piece of tape. Insulation tape is very good for that.

Make sure you have the connectors for the needed gauge of the wires and all necessary tools. With those on hand, you’ll finish connecting the wires in less than 10 minutes even if you have no experience. In case you need any of the tools or connectors, remember that Wirefyshop is always open to offer you some of the best!

T-tap connectors are most often used in automotive and telephone wiring applications. It saves a lot of handwork, but it’s important to know which wire you need. No matter if you’re a beginner or a pro, refer to your car or telephone manual to see which is the necessary wire and whether there are other things to know about.

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