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C & M Rubber Co. manufactures four sizes of electrical terminal boots used in products requiring a physical protective cover for electrical terminal posts. Originally designed and predominantly used in the aerospace market, these parts have proven to be a cost-effective off-the-shelf solution for a host of electrical connector applications such as marine batteries, hot tubs, gas-powered residential and farm equipment, and electronic telephone switches to name just a few.

Using rubber silicone Class II, 50 Duro (Shore A) per MIL-R-5847, the terminal boot is manufactured using liquid injection molding (LIM) systems. They are then batch processed in a cryogenic de-flashing system to yield a “whistle clean” finish. Visual in-process and post-process inspections are used to ensure your delivered parts meet Mil-Spec AA-59178 (superseded MS-25171 Mil-Spec).

These terminal boots tolerate temperatures from -85 to 401°F and are resistant to environmental exposure. C & M Rubber manufactures these terminal boots in four standard sizes and certifies them to AA-59178-1, -2, -3, and -4 standards (detailed below). The standard color is white, however, they can be specified in black and brick red. Lead-time for standard colors in quantities less than 20,000 pieces is typically 3 weeks or sooner (ARO) depending upon current in-house order cue. Custom colors are also available at a minimum upcharge and a slightly longer lead-time depending on quantity and schedule requirements. For more information on these silicone terminal boots or a custom designed electrical terminal boot made specifically for your application, request a quote today.

Unit of Measure

Multi-Cavity LIM Molding Highlights

Product Name

N/A Electrical Terminal Boot - MS-25171 & AA-59178

Product Description

N/A These Electrical Terminal Boots are used to protect and house electrical terminals.

Capabilities Applied/Processes

N/A Primary:
Multi-Cavity Liquid Injection Molding

Secondary:
Cryogenic De-Flashing

Equipment Used to Manufacture Part

N/A 22 Ton BOY LIM unit

Overall Part Dimensions

N/A MS-25171-1S/AA-59178-1
F - Diameter: 0.16 Inch
Nearest AWG Gauge: 6
Conductor Diameter: 0.1620 Inch
Turns of Wire per Inch: 6.17
Copper Resistance: 1.296 Omega/km

MS-25171-2S/AA-59178-2
F - Diameter: 0.31 Inch
Nearest AWG Gauge: 1
Conductor Diameter: 0.2893 Inch
Turns of Wire per Inch: 3.46
Copper Resistance: 0.4066 Omega/km

MS-25171-3S/AA-59178-3
F - Diameter: 0.43 Inch
Nearest AWG Gauge: 000
Conductor Diameter: 0.4096 Inch
Turns of Wire per Inch: 2.44
Copper Resistance: 0.2028 Omega/km

MS-25171-4S/AA-59178-4
F - Diameter: 0.56 Inch
Nearest AWG Gauge: 0000
Conductor Diameter: 0.4600 Inch
Turns of Wire per Inch: 2.17
Copper Resistance: 0.1608 Omega/km

Material Used

N/A Rubber Silicone Class II, 50 Duro (Shore A) per MIL-R-5847

Material Finish

N/A Optional Colors (Additional Cost):
   Orange
   Bright Orange
   Bright Red
   Yellow
   Blue (Fluorosilicone Only)
Standard Colors:
   White
   Brick Red
   Black

In Process Testing/Inspection Performed

N/A Post Process Inspection Visual in process

Features

N/A Resistant to Deterioration by Weathering Withstand Temps from -85 to 401ºF

Industry for Use

N/A Electrical

Volume

N/A Millions

Delivery/Turnaround Time

N/A ARO Based Upon In-house Order Cue Stock and Manufactured To Order - 3 days to 30 days

Delivery Location

N/A Worldwide

Standards Met

N/A 2D CAD Drawing AA-59178 Commercial Item Description (CID) Customer Specifications