Faston
Faston Spade Terminal (6.3 mm)
Invented in
1950s
Invented by
AMP Incorporated
Availability
Ubiquitous (inside appliances)
The flat push-on blade terminal inside nearly every appliance, car and loudspeaker. A brass tab on one side, a sprung receptacle on the other; push together and it stays.
Technical specifications
Introduced1950s (AMP)
SignalPower / signals
Sizes2.8, 4.8, 6.3 mm
Ratingup to ~15 A (6.3 mm)
Found on
house wiring / a fixture
Recommended brands
01TE Connectivity (AMP)
02Vogt
03Molex
Where to buy
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Fun fact
FASTON was an AMP trademark for its fast-on terminal; like Hoover and Velcro, the brand became the generic word.
Tips & tricks
The three widths (2.8, 4.8, 6.3 mm) are not interchangeable, and on mains wiring use the fully insulated versions.
Philosophy
You have never bought one, but you own hundreds. Open any washing machine, car dashboard or amplifier and there they are.
Applications
Power
