The Richards VC series are bronze vise connectors that clamp two cables together. Each connector accepts a range of conductors, and its rated size can be combined with any cable of equal or smaller diameter. This guide lists the VC sizes with their conductor ranges and dimensions, and explains the part number options. All data comes from the Richards VC cut sheet.
The VC Series Bronze Vise Connector (jaws overlap) is made from high-strength silicon bronze. It is listed by Richards under distribution equipment and is RUS approved.
Richards lists these sizes. The dimensions are in inches and refer to the A, B and C dimensions on the cut sheet drawing.
| Part Number | Conductor Range | A | B | C |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VC3 | #6 solid or #8 stranded | 7/8 | 5/8 | 3/4 |
| VC5 | #4 solid or stranded | 1-1/8 | 3/4 | 13/16 |
| VC7 | #2 solid or #3 stranded | 1-3/8 | 13/16 | 15/16 |
| VC10 | #1 solid or #2 stranded | 1-5/8 | 13/16 | 1 |
| VC10S | 3/0 solid or 2/0 stranded | 2 | 7/8 | 1-1/4 |
| VC12 | 4/0 solid or stranded | 2-1/8 | 1 | 1-3/8 |
| VC15 | 350 kcmil stranded | 3 | 1-1/4 | 1-3/4 |
| VC18 | 500 kcmil stranded | 3-1/2 | 1-3/8 | 2 |
Our online store carries the VC10 and VC12. For other sizes, contact us. Richards also directs customers to their sales representative or the factory for sizes not listed.
The VC is sized by the larger of the two cables you are joining. Pick the size whose conductor range matches your larger cable. Richards states that the connector's rated size can be combined with any cable of equal or smaller diameter. For example, a VC12 is rated for 4/0 and can clamp a 4/0 cable to a cable of 4/0 or smaller.
| Suffix | Option |
|---|---|
| -P | Tin-plated connector |
| -SH | Shear head bolt |
| -W | Washer under the bolt |
Both connect two conductors. The VC is a bronze vise connector that clamps two cables together. The APC is a lightweight aluminum parallel clamp for tapping a main overhead conductor. For ranges and options, see our Richards APC guide.
It clamps two cables together.
High-strength silicon bronze.
Yes. Richards lists the VC series as RUS approved.
Tin-plated connector.
Shear head bolt.
The VC12, which is rated for 4/0 solid or stranded. The VC10S is rated for 3/0 solid or 2/0 stranded.
The cut sheet does not include torque values or installation instructions. Follow the instructions supplied with the connector or contact us.
Need help picking a VC size? Contact Powertech Associates with your conductors and we will confirm the right connector. The VC10 and VC12 are available in our online store.
Last updated: November 2026.
