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Re: Screw Wire Connector

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Originally Posted by FrankJ View Post
Does anybody use solid wire on a robot? , By the time I get to #6 wire I am generally using lugs & not twist connectors. The Ideal twist connectors (wire nuts) are UL listed for solid and/or stranded wire. In building wiring it is probably the easiest way to make the transition.

I agree with Al that you want as few as splices as possible. Every one is a failure point. Whatever ever method you choose make sure it is done properly.
Oh yes.... we do. In fact, this was the first year we didn't.

It's the result of having a sponsor (Ford) who donates some wire to us every year.... but it's primarily electrical panel wiring for Industrial panels. It's a pain to work with, but when you're living on a budget you learn not to complain