Friday, July 15, 2011

What are the risks with aluminum wiring if we copper pigtail the outlets?

The other option is to have a licensed electian install alluminum approved receptacles and still use the anti-ox compound. The anti-ox prevents air and oxygen from getting to the wires and preventing heat which is what causes the problems. Aluminum will expand when hot and this is what causes the wire to come loose and cause sparks and fire.

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