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Have you heard of tinning? It involves the application of solder to the exposed ends of copper wire. Before connecting copper wire to a terminal, for instance, some workers may apply colder to the end of the copper wire. A …

Electrical wires and cables can fail in different ways. Arc faults, for instance, can send them to the graveyard. If a wire or cable experiences an arc fault, it may no longer be safe to use. In some cases, wires …

Have you heard of concentrated solar power? Solar panel installations are commonly used to generate power. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), 20 percent of the country’s electricity will come from solar panel installations by 2050. Solar is …

If you’re tired of replacing or repairing wires due to environmental damage, you may want to use heat shrink tubing. Whether solid copper or copper-clad aluminum, it can protect nearly all types of wires from environmental damage. What is heat …

Solar panels require grounding. Whether it’s a rooftop or ground-mounted installation, you’ll need to implement some type of ground solution. While there are different ways to ground solar panels, though, using grounding lugs is one of the easiest methods. What …

Have you heard of underground feeder cable? It’s used in a wide variety of residential and commercial electrical applications. Like all cables, it consists of multiple conductors. Underground feeder cable, however, can be installed underground. For a better understanding of …

If you’re planning to install solar panels, you may need to use a solar charge controller. It’s an important part of most solar panel installations. Whether monocrystalline, polycrystalline or even thin film, most solar panel installations require a solar charge …

Do you need to regularly connect and disconnect two or more wires? If so, you may want to use quick wire disconnects. They are available in male and female styles. You can install a male quick wire disconnect on the …

T-tap wire connectors are commonly used to tap into wires. They are characterized by their T-shaped design. Also known as T-splice connectors, they feature three points of entry for wires. You can install a T-tap wire connector in a wire, …