expired Posted by wolfpackwx • Dec 8, 2021
Dec 8, 2021 4:21 PM
expired Posted by wolfpackwx • Dec 8, 2021
Dec 8, 2021 4:21 PM
WAGO 221 Lever-Nuts 28pc Wire Connector Assortment Pocket Pack - 16.95 $16.95
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I prefer the 773 series connectors for AC electrical connections in junction boxes, et al. Solid connection at a lower price than the 221 connectors and so much easier to use than traditional wire nuts. Especially when connecting 3+ conductors.
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I prefer the 773 series connectors for AC electrical connections in junction boxes, et al. Solid connection at a lower price than the 221 connectors and so much easier to use than traditional wire nuts. Especially when connecting 3+ conductors.
Is there any way to remove the 773 series "easily"?
I have a jewelers screwdriver in my electrical toolbox that happens to fit perfectly and lessens the frustration. But only lessens, not eliminates. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Still, worth the occasional tussle for the advantages over wire nuts.
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$0.23 each instead of $0.61. Sorry, not slick. Actually really expensive.
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$0.23 each instead of $0.61. Sorry, not slick. Actually really expensive.
If you have a local electrical supply store that sells to contractors, I recommend checking there. 2-port Wago 221s sell at mine (Platt's) for $0.27 as an everyday price.
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If you have a local electrical supply store that sells to contractors, I recommend checking there. 2-port Wago 221s sell at mine (Platt's) for $0.27 as an everyday price.
My brother had an electrical fire at his house because of wire nuts. He stuck two wires together, shoved them in a wire nut and twisted it. They separated slightly, arced and melted a bit. That caused it to arc more, heat more, melt more until he had a fire. Yes, he should have twisted the wires with lineman's pliers first. Still, lever nuts eliminate this problem.
They are also great for old, cloth wrapped wires. The insulation is prone to cracking when you twist those wires.
Lever nuts are also helpful when getting back into a box. We went from incandescent fixtures to fluorescent to led. Easy to open lever, pull old wire and then plug new wire and close lever. Not recommended, but I can even do it hot on my unswitched security lights.
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