Pacer 22-18 AWG Heat Shrink Spade Terminal - #8 Stud Size - 25 Pack [TE18-8SLF-25]22 18 AWG Heat Shrink Spade Terminal #8 Stud Size 25 Pack Fork terminals connect wires to a stud, bus bar, or another part of an electrical system. Fork terminals help prevent frayed wires and offer a high level of protection. In an electrical environment, vibration is often a factor. Standard lock terminals will disconnect should the holding screw loosen. Locking fork terminals have a projection inside the forks, causing the terminals to snap onto