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Questions tagged [splices]

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How should I splice NM cable to get through a replacement beam?

I'm remodeling my kitchen and removing a load bearing wall. Existing triple 2x10 beam has cables that pass thru it via drilled holes. Structural engineer has spec'd a W8x24 I-beam to replace the existing triple-beam. (The I-beam will be hidden and…
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What's the preferred method for connecting #8 wires in a junction box?

I have several floor joists in my basement that need to be sistered up but unfortunately the 8 gauge wire that powers the AC compressor runs diagonally through all of them. Disconnecting it from the AC unit or at the panel aren't very good options…
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Low-voltage splices behind Drywall without junction box access?

For 120VAC, I know that 'splices' in NM/Romex are not allowed behind drywall: there must be a junction box to inspect the splice. For low-voltage, such as CATV, how big of a deal is it? The previous owner left my house with a CATV splice (pictured…
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How strong is a strong tie splice to weight placed in it from above?

Check out this roof truss bottom chord. It has a strong tie splice in the middle connecting two beams. I'm not entirely sure how the forces worse here - how strong is this tie weight placed on it from above? Given that this chord is spliced, should…
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Splicing Feeders from Meter/main shutoff to multiple sub panels/outbuildings

Thanks to anyone who has the time to help me out. I will explain my situation and then ask follow up questions. I have property with a 600' driveway leading to a cabin (a small workshop). There will also be a detached garage about 250' into the…
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Moving 240v disconnect box

I have an outdoor 240v disconnect with 6awg cable (red/white/black/green) running from the main breaker to this disconnect box. There's a 110v GFCI-protected branch circuit that goes to some wall sockets. The 240v is for a hot tub about 6'…
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Can I splice NM-B cable in the ceiling?

I am moving my bathroom exhaust fan from its current location to 2 feet farther, over the shower cabin. I need to extend existing wire for this. I can't fish new wire because existing wire has been secured to joist/studs with nail/staples. As per…
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Where can I find a 90 degree splicer for #2 wire?

I'm wondering if anyone makes 90 deg connector for #2 wire, in my cade Aluminum THHN? Something like this:https://www.morrisproducts.com/pc_product_detail.asp?key=272FE6C8CABC4B35A79F44E287D7E943 I don't think Morris makes it in a 90 deg, but I may…
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Wondering if I am missing anything with my electrical system set up using Polaris connectors

I've received some great advice on here regarding my situation, and now I believe I have a good grasp on how to proceed. I will outline my situation and proposed solution, and would love to see what anyone has to say about it! I apologize to anyone…
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Ceiling junction box for splice

Can anyone tell me if there are any small junction boxes available out there ? I just want it for the Romex splice in the ceiling , that is it. I don't need that for any fixture. One I found is 4 inch round, Carlon old work box 18 cu. Inch. Although…
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Re-wiring flood lights under soffits - had twisted splices in old wiring

I'm going to replace exterior flood lights (4 of them) that are mounted under soffits. When I looked into the current wiring, I saw that the wiring was coming from the switch (inside the house) to the attic (no stairway or permanent ladder) and…
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What's the smallest tool-less splice for 18awg wire?

I've got a bunch of 18awg thermostat wires that need to be spliced in tight spaces. Normally I'd use wago lever nuts because they can easily be installed and removed by others, but at 8.2mm thick they're way too big for the job. I'm looking for a 3…
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Can you connect hot wire from a dimmer switch and daisy chain it to a regular switch

Can you connect hot wire from a dimmer switch and daisy chain it to a regular switch that controls a fan? and what happens when the dimmer is adjusted - does that mean less current is supplied to the fan switch as well since the 2 share hot wires…
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What is the rule of thumb for built up beams with splices

The attached spec would lead me to derive that I could build a beam out of many splices as long as the spliced member is overlapped by a non splice by 9" and nailed 4.5" out from the splice on each side. I've always done built up beams from full…
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