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Is there such a thing? old wiring is usually copper and the scrap value is quite high.

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Thank you Is it possible to do the wiring in aluminum or is that old school?

Today the only use of aluminum wire is in service entrances and underground feeds where the larger sizes are needed. By using aluminum the overall project wire costs are kept to a minimum even with the bigger size needed over copper. Wiring branch circuit in aluminum has not been vogue for many years now.


What type of wiring is considered as old wiring?

Old wiring refers to electrical wiring systems that were commonly used many decades ago. This includes aluminum wiring, knob-and-tube wiring, and cloth-covered wiring. These types of wiring may not meet current electrical safety standards and can pose a higher risk of electrical problems or safety hazards in homes and buildings.


What is a Black wire in a household circuit?

Answer for USA, Canada and countries using similar 60Hz household electrical servicesBlack insulated wire is used for a "Hot" (or "Live") wire. Answer for European and other countries using similar 50Hz household electrical services In old wiring, as was used for household electrical circuits installed in the UK prior to 2006, the "Neutral" would have been a black insulated wire. Black insulated wiring is not used for that purpose today. For more information see the answers to the Related Questions shown below.


How do you connect old home wiring to new wiring without a pigtail connection-There is not enough slack in the old wiring to pigtail and use a connector?

US NEC: You must provide a box to join the old and new wiring together. Also, when making modifications to old wiring, you must upgrade the old wiring as needed to meet current code.


Chemical cleaner for oxidized car wiring?

If you are trying to spot clean, try common household vinegar... it removes all sorts of scale and build-up. either dip the ends of the wires in a small container, or spray it on with an old household cleaner spray bottle. Spray it on and let it soak for 15 minutes.

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Thank you Is it possible to do the wiring in aluminum or is that old school?

Today the only use of aluminum wire is in service entrances and underground feeds where the larger sizes are needed. By using aluminum the overall project wire costs are kept to a minimum even with the bigger size needed over copper. Wiring branch circuit in aluminum has not been vogue for many years now.


What type of wiring is considered as old wiring?

Old wiring refers to electrical wiring systems that were commonly used many decades ago. This includes aluminum wiring, knob-and-tube wiring, and cloth-covered wiring. These types of wiring may not meet current electrical safety standards and can pose a higher risk of electrical problems or safety hazards in homes and buildings.


What is a Black wire in a household circuit?

Answer for USA, Canada and countries using similar 60Hz household electrical servicesBlack insulated wire is used for a "Hot" (or "Live") wire. Answer for European and other countries using similar 50Hz household electrical services In old wiring, as was used for household electrical circuits installed in the UK prior to 2006, the "Neutral" would have been a black insulated wire. Black insulated wiring is not used for that purpose today. For more information see the answers to the Related Questions shown below.


How do you connect old home wiring to new wiring without a pigtail connection-There is not enough slack in the old wiring to pigtail and use a connector?

US NEC: You must provide a box to join the old and new wiring together. Also, when making modifications to old wiring, you must upgrade the old wiring as needed to meet current code.


Chemical cleaner for oxidized car wiring?

If you are trying to spot clean, try common household vinegar... it removes all sorts of scale and build-up. either dip the ends of the wires in a small container, or spray it on with an old household cleaner spray bottle. Spray it on and let it soak for 15 minutes.


Does an old freezer have any valuable metals in it like aluminum and copper?

Old freezer may have some cooper and aluminum,used in there construction.


How do you make a wiring harness for an old Chevy?

you buy one pre made from painless wiring


How do you wire an alternator on a Hyster forklift?

I need wiring schematic for alternator wiring on old hyster.


Can a 15 year old have a job in wiring?

no


Should the air conditioner line set be replaced when a new air condition is put in?

The question is, why is a new air conditioner being put in? If the old air conditioner was only a few years old but was simply too small, the answer is probably not unless the old line is inadequate for the power. If the old air conditioner was a number of years old and wore out, then there is the question of the quality of the line. Wiring wears out. Insulation wears out. If the wiring or insulation shows any sign of wearing out, then by all means, replace it. It is far less expensive to replace it when you are putting in the new unit than to have an electrician come in and replace it at a later date. If it has aluminum wiring, replace it yesterday.


How old is Kim Deal?

Kim Deal is 56 years old (birthdate: June 10, 1961).She is the identical twin of Kelley Deal.


How old is Kelley Deal?

Kelley Deal is 56 years old (birthdate: June 10, 1961).She is the identical twin of Kim Deal.