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Relevant considerations for replacement Electrical splice connectors
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Wire butt splices come in a variety of configurations for both insulated wire splices, and non-insulated wire splices. How do I choose the correct splice for my application? Non-insulated wire splices are typically the most economical. Use these when no special characteristics or protection is required. Use high temperature butt splices for applications that will be exposed to higher than normal temperatures. Vinyl insulated wire splices are the most economical of the insulated wire splices. Nylon wire splices provide higher temperature and better durability than vinyl. For the maximum protection and environmental exposure, use heat shrink wire splices to completely seal the splice.
An excellent and secure form of plug replacement is to simply snip off the old plug and install a "electrical splice connectors" . Once you snip the cord, split the two wires at a length of about two inches. There may be insulation around the outside. You will have to strip this off in order to separate the wires. For both these operations you can use a utility knife.
On the end of the new electrical splice connectors there will be an insulator. You will want to remove it and then push the cord through the plug at the base. Tie a knot with the two wires and settle the knot into the basin between the two prongs. This will help prevent pressure on the wire connection to the prongs in the event that the cord is pulled when the appliance is unplugged from an outlet or extension cord. You will want to trim your wires so that they just go around the terminal screws. The extra wire can cause difficulty in replacing the insulator.
Now, using a wire stripper (you can also do this with a utility knife - but be careful!), remove the insulation from the two wires to a length of about 1/2 inch. Loosen the terminal block with a screwdriver, taking care not to remove the screws completely. Now twist each wire around a separate screw in a clockwise direction. Tighten the screws, and replace the insulator.
As you can see, replacing a plug is a fairly easy procedure and well worth trying before tossing out your favorite sawsall. A electrical splice connectors comes in two-prong and three-prong varieties and are available at a very reasonable price at your local hardware store.
By:Tomy