Re: [RE-wrenches] RE-wrenches, Wire Nuts

Wrenches, I would like to concur with Mike from MDElectricSolar. My rooftop junctions always use Buchanan copper sleeves crimped with the Buchanan C-24 crimp pliers. After twisting the stripped ends together to a length exceeding the sleeve length I apply No-Ox-ID A Special grease to the twist

Re: [RE-wrenches] MC4s are listed for THWN, right?

Wrenches, I am normally a lurker on the List, but I would like to add a fact observation and a personal preference to the topics raised by this discussion. First, THWN does have PVC as its primary insulation, but it is sheathed in Nylon which is a polyamide plastic. Therefore the compatibili

Re: [RE-wrenches] schneider xw-Pro issue with genny running

Chris, I strongly suspect that William is correct. It is a power quality issue caused by the charger section of the inverter/charger. I encountered a similar situation with a customer's OutBack VFX inverter several years ago. He purchased a new electronically controlled propane range and a co

Re: [RE-wrenches] Buchanan Crimps in Outdoor Boxes

Wrenches, I will add an opinion to this discussion. There is no cure for an unreasonable inspector. However, if you are connecting non-aluminum conductors, try using NO-OX-ID A-SPECIAL electrical grade grease. https://www.sanchem.com/electrical-contact-lubricant.html This does an excellent jo