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What happens if you splice ground wire and neutral wire in a high hat fixture?
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∙ 13y ago
Ground and neutral are kept separate for a reason. They are only "bonded" at the main panel. The reason is that you can create what are called ground loops where current can flow. This is because all wires have some resistance and by connecting neutral and ground you open yourself to these ground loops which can cause shocks or can adversely affect electronic equipment.
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Do you put electrical tape around a spliced ground wire?
No. When you splice a ground it needs to be made by accepted means and the splice must be inspectable. Covering the splice with tape prevents inspection.
What do you do when the ground wire from the wall is too short to reach the grounding screw on the new fixture plate?
Splice a new green wire to extend it, using the same size gauge of wire. Do not use wire nuts, use a proper electrical connector with grub-screws which can be securely tightened-up. As always, if you are in doubt about what to do, the best advice anyone should give you is to call a licensed electrician to advise what work is needed.Before you do any work yourself,on electrical circuits, equipment or appliances,always use a test meter to ensure the circuit is, in fact, de-energized.IF YOU ARE NOT ALREADY SURE YOU CAN DO THIS JOBSAFELY AND COMPETENTLYREFER THIS WORK TO QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS.
If you ground wire is not long enough can you connect 2 wires together and then ground it to the grounding post?
* Yes. Extending the ground wire will have no adverse effect and will properly ground the device. * It is important that the splice be accomplished properly. That means that the extension conductor [wire] be of adequate size to carry the load, the surface of both conductors at the splice be clean and free of corrosion which could impede current flow, and a sound [both mechanically and electrically] splice be made.
How do you wire 2 new lights with on-off switches using wires coming from an existing outlet?
You can attach/splice into the power feed to outlet (ways of doing this can vary with how the outlet is wired but make sure that all or part of the outlet isn't controlled by an existing switch). You can then take the hot, neutral and ground to a light fixture or to the first switch, then to the second switch. It is normally easier to do this project by taking power to the light (s) first, with 2 wire drops to the switches, from basement or attic.
What are the different wire joints?
The electrical splice and joint types are the Western Union splice, tap joint or splice, fixture joint or splice, and the rattail joint. The splices and joints are used to connect two pieces of wires to carry an electrical signal or current.
Can service ground have a splice?
The main ground should not have a splice to ensure continuity of the ground. The reality is that this is done in some cases. If the splice should loosen or be intermittent you will create a shock hazard.
Do you put electrical tape around a spliced ground wire?
No. When you splice a ground it needs to be made by accepted means and the splice must be inspectable. Covering the splice with tape prevents inspection.
What are the different kinds of splice?
The five most known are the rattail joint, the western union, the fixture joint, the knotted tap and the staggered splice. Then there are crimping, wire-nutting, soldering, sty-cons.
What are the different splice of wires?
The five most known are the rattail joint, the western union, the fixture joint, the knotted tap and the staggered splice. Then there are crimping, wire-nutting, soldering, sty-cons.
Different kinds of splices and joints?
The four types of splices and joints are the Western Union splice, tap splice or tap joint, fixture splices or fixture joints, and rattail joint. The most common among the four wire splices is the Western Union splice.
How do you change a tail light bulb holder for a 1994 Pontiac grand am?
Cut the wires on the old fixture and splice wires from new receptacle
What is a terminal connection used in data communication and ground circuits?
Splice
What do you do when the ground wire from the wall is too short to reach the grounding screw on the new fixture plate?
Splice a new green wire to extend it, using the same size gauge of wire. Do not use wire nuts, use a proper electrical connector with grub-screws which can be securely tightened-up. As always, if you are in doubt about what to do, the best advice anyone should give you is to call a licensed electrician to advise what work is needed.Before you do any work yourself,on electrical circuits, equipment or appliances,always use a test meter to ensure the circuit is, in fact, de-energized.IF YOU ARE NOT ALREADY SURE YOU CAN DO THIS JOBSAFELY AND COMPETENTLYREFER THIS WORK TO QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS.
What are the different kinds of wiring splices?
The five most known are the rattail joint, the western union, the fixture joint, the knotted tap and the staggered splice. Then there are crimping, wire-nutting, soldering, sty-cons.
Where is the park neutral switch located on a 94 Cherokee 2 wheel drive and can you by-pas or jumper out?
the neutral / backup light switch is on the side of the transmission. You can cut and splice them.
If you ground wire is not long enough can you connect 2 wires together and then ground it to the grounding post?
* Yes. Extending the ground wire will have no adverse effect and will properly ground the device. * It is important that the splice be accomplished properly. That means that the extension conductor [wire] be of adequate size to carry the load, the surface of both conductors at the splice be clean and free of corrosion which could impede current flow, and a sound [both mechanically and electrically] splice be made.
Which wires do you splice to connect lights for a utility trailer on a 2005 grand caravan?
You can use "Scotch locks" on the tailights, and stop lights - trace them from the rear light fixture
