{"product_id":"vertex-heat-shrink-male-disconnect-terminal-16-14-awg-3-pack-ver-81493","title":"VERTEX Heat Shrink Male Disconnect Terminal 16–14 AWG 3-Pack (VER-81493)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eVERTEX\u003c\/span\u003e Heat Shrink Male Disconnect Terminal — 16–14 AWG, 3-Pack\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd reliable, waterproof quick-disconnect capability to your marine wiring with \u003cspan\u003eVERTEX\u003c\/span\u003e's heat-shrink male disconnect terminals. The VER-81493 3-pack provides 16–14 AWG male spade terminals with an adhesive-lined heat shrink sleeve — delivering a sealed, corrosion-proof connection point that mates with standard female disconnect receptacles for tool-free circuit connections and disconnections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVERTEX\u003c\/span\u003e Marine-Grade Quality\u003c\/strong\u003e — Manufactured to ABYC E-11 and UL 1426 standards; \u003cspan\u003eVERTEX \u003c\/span\u003eis the industry benchmark for marine electrical terminals and connectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-Wall Adhesive-Lined Heat Shrink\u003c\/strong\u003e — Inner adhesive seals the crimp zone during heating, creating a waterproof, corrosion-resistant connection in salt and bilge environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMale Spade \/ Disconnect Design\u003c\/strong\u003e — Standard male tab geometry mates with female disconnect receptacles for tool-free plug-in connections; ideal for components that require periodic removal or replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16–14 AWG Wire Range\u003c\/strong\u003e — Covers the most common marine accessory gauge range for switches, fuse holders, bilge pump float switches, and instrument connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTinned Copper Barrel\u003c\/strong\u003e — Corrosion-resistant tinned copper crimp barrel ensures a low-resistance, gas-tight connection with long-term conductivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3-Pack Convenience\u003c\/strong\u003e — Right-sized for single-circuit installations or onboard toolkit use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eVERTEX\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heat shrink male disconnect\/spade terminal (adhesive-lined, dual-wall)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWire Gauge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16–14 AWG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTab:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard male disconnect (0.187\" or 0.250\" — verify mating female terminal size)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBarrel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tinned copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSleeve:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual-wall adhesive-lined heat shrink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 per pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Accessory switches, fuse holders, bilge pump float switches, instrument feeds, relay connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e VER-81493\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMale vs Female Disconnect Terminals\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMale disconnect (this SKU — VER-81493)\u003c\/strong\u003e — The tab\/blade terminal; typically crimped to the wire coming from the power source or switch output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFemale disconnect\u003c\/strong\u003e — The receptacle terminal; typically crimped to the wire on the component or load side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways pair male and female disconnect terminals of the same tab width for a secure, low-resistance connection. Verify the tab size (0.187\" or 0.250\") matches your mating female terminal before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrip the wire to the correct length so the conductor fills the barrel without protruding. Crimp firmly with a ratcheting crimper rated for 16–14 AWG. Apply heat evenly with a heat gun until the sleeve shrinks uniformly and adhesive flows from both ends. Allow to cool before mating with the female terminal. Do not use an open flame. Inspect disconnect connections annually for corrosion or loosening and re-crimp or replace as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VER-81493 makes it easy to add professional, waterproof quick-disconnect capability to any marine accessory circuit — the right terminal when serviceability and moisture protection both matter.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WEST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43564294438948,"sku":"VER-81493","price":5.28,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/VER-81493_600x600_9314ad67-1906-4a24-be16-b65646c6dc4b.jpg?v=1782603461","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/vertex-heat-shrink-male-disconnect-terminal-16-14-awg-3-pack-ver-81493","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}