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hohadcr

Where can I find something like "Polaris pre-insulated connectors " ?

Looked at HD, radioshack, Amazon.com.... Couldn't find any.

Called local electrical supply store, they said that those connectors sold very fast, they hadn't had them in stock for a long time.

So.. help!!

hohadcr

Why c an't I buy connectors like those in the breaker boxes?

I am going to run around to all the small suplly stores tomorrow to see what they have!

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Speedy Petey

You need to find a supply house that is smart enough to restock something that sells out really fast.

Or try the internet.

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hohadcr

found a connector like the pic below. They have different sizes rated for up till 100amp, 600volt. The guy in the store was not sure if these connectors are allowed as home electrical connectors.

To wrap up my question: Can I use this kind of connector to extend wires from 110, 15amp wires up to the main power supply, 100amp wire?

Any one knows?

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Jim Port

I would like to know why the supply house thought you could not use wire nuts.

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hohadcr

The store helper is just a "helper". He thought it was from the section of "automobile", so it should not be for home electricals.

That's why I would like to ask some real electrician.

hohadcr

anyone anyone? Can I just the connectors in the pic above?? anyone pls?

hohadcr

anyone can help ? thx

Missouri Bound

NO
Those are rated for use in automotive / marine / low voltage applications. Use wire nuts.

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Speedy Petey

Seriously? You've never seen those in control panels and boards?
They are certainly for line voltage use (hence the 600V rating). They should be mounted/secured in place (just my opinion).

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Speedy Petey

WHY not just get Polaris splices for the bigger wire and wire nuts for the smaller????

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hohadcr

Can anyone post a picture of something of "Polaris splices"?

I can't find it in local supply stores... nor on amazon.com

stickboy1375

Just buy split bolts... gezz... 100 page thread going on here.

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Speedy Petey

Right from the Google link I posted above: http://www.aplussupply.com/nsipolari...connectors.htm

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Speedy Petey

While these are sometimes easier to get, I am always afraid of DIYers taping up bugs. I have seen some scary bug taping jobs in my day, and one actually put me out of work for two weeks.

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