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Unread 12-02-2011, 06:40
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Re: Wiring Question

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Originally Posted by May_Walter View Post
Hi
Are we allowed to use non flexible wires as long as they are in the right gauge?
Thanks
May,

I am not certain what you mean by "non flexible". Do you mean solid-core, single strand wire? If so, yes, you can use it but you really do not want to...

Most electrical connectors and crimp tools are designed for multi-strand wire. You need special connectors and crimp tools to work with solid-core wire.

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