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rparigoris
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 Posted: Sun Aug 29, 2021 2:05 pm Post subject: How terrible is it to use a #8 ring terminal on #6 screw? |
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Hi Group Dumb Thumb had some #8 ring terminals put on #22 or #20 wires and the screws are #6 on the terminal block. We have #6 phosphor bronze star washers on the screws. Is there any problems using as is? Or is it recommended to change over to #6 ring terminals that will require lengthening wires. Thx. Ron P.
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racerjerry
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Location: Deer Park, NY
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| Posted: Mon Aug 30, 2021 4:17 am Post subject: Re: How terrible is it to use a #8 ring terminal on #6 screw |
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I see no problem as long as there is no interference at the terminal block barrier strips. I surely would not use a larger terminal (#10), though. The size difference probably makes it even more important to install a strain relief / support for the wires close to your terminal block. Glad to see that you are using star washers as they work very well.
Lengthening your wires with an extra splice may just offer another chance for moisture to get in and do its dirty work, depending on the environment.
Jerry King
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