[Theloneranger]

Hello
Do you always have to put the grounding wire through the screw in the clamp? Or can it connect to the pipe and the two outter most screws would hold it to the pipe via the clamp? #2 wire that has sheathing won’t fit through that small of a hole

 

[SW Dweller]

The grounding/bonding wire goes through the screw.
The other screws are for a solid connection to the pipe.

If you do not remove the insulation your not making a ground/bond connection.

 

[C'est Moi]

Hello
Do you always have to put the grounding wire through the screw in the clamp? Or can it connect to the pipe and the two outter most screws would hold it to the pipe via the clamp? #2 wire that has sheathing won’t fit through that small of a hole

Every clamp, like the one shown, that I have seen will take a number 2. Do not twist the wires as they must be perfectly aligned to fit into the hole. It is a very tight fit.

 

[seharper]

#2 wire that has sheathing won’t fit through that small of a hole

That has sheathing? Are you trying to run through this clamp and onward to another clamp on the other ground rod? That's an elegant way to do it, but it's not required.

Hey guys... how would a split-bolt work for this application?

 

[C'est Moi]

There is also a similar clamp but the wire just lays in.

 

[Theloneranger]

There is also a similar clamp but the wire just lays in.

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That seemed exactly what I would need but I’m pretty sure that’s for rebar. I couldn’t find one like that for regular pipes.

 

[Theloneranger]

That has sheathing? Are you trying to run through this clamp and onward to another clamp on the other ground rod? That's an elegant way to do it, but it's not required.

Hey guys... how would a split-bolt work for this application?

Yes that’s what I’m trying to do. It’s for a hot water heater and gas pipe but they’re too far away from the panel so I can’t do it separately

 

[ratherbefishing]

Cut the wire, use two clamps?

 

[C'est Moi]

That seemed exactly what I would need but I’m pretty sure that’s for rebar. I couldn’t find one like that for regular pipes.

The one shown is for water pipes also

 

[Theloneranger]

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Cut the wire, use two clamps?

Ahhh that’s a good idea

 

[Theloneranger]

The one shown is for water pipes also

You’re right. I wonder if I can use it for gas pipe as well?

 

[C'est Moi]

I believe it is good for gas pipe. I think it needs to be a UL 467

 

[Theloneranger]

I believe it is good for gas pipe. I think it needs to be a UL 467

Ok sounds good. Think I’ll just cut the wire and put two clamps next to each other just to be safe. I’m sure it’s fine with that clamp but

 

[betelgeuse]

but I’m pretty sure that’s for rebar.

I don't think it's for rebar. The clamps I've seen like that doesn't tighten up when used with #5 rebar.

 

[J. V.]

I don't think it's for rebar. The clamps I've seen like that doesn't tighten up when used with #5 rebar.

Its not.

 

[Theloneranger]

There is also a similar clamp but the wire just lays in.

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Would you happen to know if this fits on 1 inch black gas pipe? I know it says 1 inch but the OD is about 1 1/4 and I can’t find ones like these that are 1 1/4 >

 

[C'est Moi]

Would you happen to know if this fits on 1 inch black gas pipe? I know it says 1 inch but the OD is about 1 1/4 and I can’t find ones like these that are 1 1/4 >

The one you posted states it is good for 1" pipe. If it says it will fit 1" pipe then I can only assume it will.

Grounding Connector, Grounding Wire Size 8 AWG SOL to 2 AWG STR, Material Bronze, Number of Wires - Grounding 1, Description/Special Features Perpendicular Burial, For Maximum Ground Conductor Wire Size 2 AWG SOL, For Minimum Ground Conductor Wire Size 10 AWG SOL, For Use With Pipe, Rebar, Rods, Grounding Wires Connected To #4 to #8 Rebar, 1/2 in to 1 in Rod, Standards cULus, Type - Grounding Connector Mechanical, Accessory Type Ground Clamp, For Maximum Pipe Size 1 in

 

[Theloneranger]

The one you posted states it is good for 1" pipe. If it says it will fit 1" pipe then I can only assume it will.

Ran to the Home Depot and got one. It fits but the screws only go half way through the threads on the clamp so don’t think it’s best for 1” gas pipe

 

[C'est Moi]

Ran to the Home Depot and got one. It fits but the screws only go half way through the threads on the clamp so don’t think it’s best for 1” gas pipe

There are larger clamps but the price is astronomical for them. They range from $40- over $100.
Go back to lowes and get some longer screws. I am surprised it doesn't fit.

 

[Theloneranger]

There are larger clamps but the price is astronomical for them. They range from $40- over $100.
Go back to lowes and get some longer screws. I am surprised it doesn't fit.

I think I’m just going to cut the wire and put two clamps next to each other on the same pipe. I think that should be fine right? I have the larger clamps at hand anyways