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Unread 03-02-2008, 08:06
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Re: Two 10AWG wires into one distribution block position

Jim,
I have no experience using ferrules in this application. I would think that if the ferrule is able to engage both of the high spots designed into the block's wire clamp is would be OK. It is my belief that teams that do not strip the full 5/8" end up with no wire over the back high spot in the clamp. This in turn, unbalances the mechanism of the clamp just enough that the wire is actually pushed out of the terminal over time. Motion only quickens the process.
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