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Both terms describe connections between conductors. The term 'splice' tends to be used in North America, whereas the term 'joint' tends to be used in the UK. For high-voltage cables, the tradesmen are known as 'splicers' (North America) or 'jointers' (UK).

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Image of wire splices and joints?

A picture of an electrical splice would show two or more wires stripped and twisted together. A picture of an electrical joint would show two or more wires held down by screws in a central unit, such as a circuit breaker.


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