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Posted By: Redsy Stranded wire/screw terminal link? - 06/01/03 11:43 PM
Was there a consensus on the suitability of stranded wire on screw terminals?
I never thought there was an issue, but it came up on a job the other day.
Posted By: resqcapt19 Re: Stranded wire/screw terminal link? - 06/02/03 01:52 AM
From UL Guide RTRT. "Terminals of the wire-binding screw, setscrew, or screw-actuated back wired clamping types are suitable for use with both solid and stranded building wires."
I really don't like stranded wire on the screw terminals, but UL says it is ok.
Don

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Posted By: Redsy Re: Stranded wire/screw terminal link? - 06/02/03 10:42 AM
Thank you, Don.
Posted By: wa2ise Re: Stranded wire/screw terminal link? - 06/02/03 07:26 PM
I've seen the use of crimp on spade lugs connecting terminal screws to stranded wire. The ones with insulation where the crimping action happens. I don't know what the code has to say about this.....
Posted By: frank Re: Stranded wire/screw terminal link? - 06/08/03 07:27 AM
left handed twist

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