Wiring
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Bonding Neutral and Ground at Main Panel
Bonding the neutral and ground wires in the main electrical service panel is necessary for safety and compliance with the National Electrical Code. This bonding serves critical functions like completing the fault current path and limiting the voltage difference between the neutral and ground wires. In this article, we’ll cover the purpose of neutral-ground bonds,…
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How to Crimp MC4 Connectors
MC4 connectors are crimped using a specialized MC4 crimping tool to attach male and female pins to solar cables, which are then inserted into the connector housings and tightened for a secure connection. This comprehensive guide provides detailed, step-by-step instructions on properly crimping male and female MC4 connectors for solar applications. Let’s get started! Step…
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What Size Breaker for a Refrigerator
You can easily calculate the circuit breaker size needed for a standard refrigerator by reading the rated current value from the nameplate of your refrigerator and doing some basic calculations to arrive at the size of the breaker. In this guide, we’ll show how you can easily select the correct circuit breaker size for refrigerators…
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How to Wire Inverter To RV Breaker Box
Knowing how to wire an inverter to an RV breaker box allows for efficient electrical power utilization when camping or traveling in an RV. Wiring a power inverter to your RV’s breaker box involves creating a connection between your battery bank, inverter, and RV’s breaker panel, often using changeover switches. These switches enable seamless transition…
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A Complete Guide on Disconnecting Solar Panels
Disconnecting your solar panels may sound pretty simple and straightforward. Unfortunately, this is not really the case, and getting it wrong can have dire consequences. Many folks don’t realize that there are several “active” or “live” components in any solar system, particularly a hybrid solar system. This makes applying correct safety precautions when disconnecting a…
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8 Best Wire Strippers in 2023
A lightweight, versatile wire stripper with a sharp cutting edge and a solid grip is great. However, the best wire strippers stand out largely because of their broad wire gauge range. A versatile wire stripper does more than just wire stripping. Some brands design wire strippers and add extra features such as crimping and cutting.…
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Solar Combiner Box Wiring Diagram: Essential Installation Roadmaps
If you have a solar combiner box with a confusing or missing wiring diagram, you’ll have to find a better example, seek advice on deciphering it, or even draw one up yourself. We can help you do this by describing the different types of diagrams you may encounter and how to find, read, and understand…
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Solar Panels Series or Parallel: The Evergreen Solar Dilemma
Solar panel series offer good expansion potential and lower cost, parallel connections are less prone to shading issues, while hybrid options combine the best of both worlds. Series connected arrays produce higher voltages and low amperage, allowing for growth and low installation costs. In contrast, parallel wiring models produce low voltages and high amperage and…
