Splicing Aluminum Wire To Copper

I just finished a full remodel that had alot of aluminum wire.

Splicing aluminum wire to copper.

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Or make pigtails with approved wirenut 5 00 for two in those house i did both. What most suppliers don t want you to know. You have two options. Take special care when making this type of splice as an improper copper to aluminum splice can become unstable over time according to certified electrician glen baxter.

An improper splice can corrode and overheat eventually creating enough heat to cause a fire. While copper and aluminum can work together they require special connectors to join these different metals. Become an expert. Wire it right with the help of my illustrated wiring book great for any home wiring project.

The problem begins when two dissimilar metals meet. You can avoid costly mistakes. When copper meets aluminum.