Materials: Common ones include brass, bronze (e.g., phosphor bronze), and copper-nickel alloys, balancing strength, workability, and conductivity.
Types:
Ring terminals: One end has a circular ring (for bolt/nut connection), the other crimps wires.
Fork terminals: Fork-shaped end, suitable for connecting to flat terminals or busbars, often used in high-current scenarios.
Spade terminals: Flat blade-like, insertable into matching socket connectors for quick plugging.