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@Paul: for the real old bakelite ones you'd need a hack saw! And the even older ones were made of porcelaine
Porcelain versions are still available for use in high-temperature areas such as the internal connections in heaters:

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Regarding the method of connection of the strip connectors, I've used all three methods. For connections between cables within fixture boxes (splicing neutrals at a switch, for example) I strip the conductors to be long enough to be clamped by both screws and feed the wires in both sides or one side only, whichever is convenient for the particular application.

Use of one screw per conductor is typically found within an appliance, such as where a flexible supply cord is connected to the heat-proof internal wiring.

I've never heard of these connectors not being rated for the full current when used in this way.



[This message has been edited by pauluk (edited 11-14-2004).]