Barrier Strip for Panel Wiring
The 387116703: Rated 15A per circuit, this block handles moderate power loads typical of control panels, HVAC equipment, and industrial machinery. The 14-22 AWG wire range covers most field wiring, and the screw top termination gives a reliable gas-tight connection when torqued to spec. Bottom termination is a 0.187" quick-connect tab, insulated, which speeds up pre-wired harness assembly.
How It Compares to Series Siblings
The 387112206 is the 6-circuit version of the same Beau 38711 series, sharing the same 0.375" pitch, 15A rating, and screw top termination. The critical difference is the bottom termination: the 387116703 uses a 0.187" quick-connect tab, while the 387112206 uses a wire-wrap post. If your panel is wired with quick-connect receptacles, the 387112206 won't drop in without changing the termination method. The 387216703 is a 3-circuit block from the Beau 38721 series, also with a 0.375" pitch, 15A rating, and quick-connect bottom termination. The series difference means the base product number changes (038711 vs 038721), so the mounting hole pattern or overall dimensions may differ slightly. Verify the panel cutout against the 38721 drawing before substituting.
Termination and Wiring Notes
Top termination uses steel screws with a zinc, chromate finish — standard for barrier blocks. The bottom termination is a 0.187" quick-connect tab, insulated, which mates with standard female quick-connect receptacles. Wire range 14-22 AWG accepts solid or stranded copper; strip length per the manufacturer's recommendation for screw-clamp terminals.