[captfl2x]

With WAGO selling its own paste for use with its connectors, I felt there was a chance that the connectors could be used with aluminum wire. Below is the response from a service representative.

"As the Manufacturer WAGO does not recommend Aluminum conductors for any of our Product."

"WAGO does Not have U.L. or any other Agency approvals for use with our Products and Aluminum Conductors. Copper Only".

 

[HandyAndyInNC]

Yes, makes sense. I would suggest using wire nuts anyway. Only after creating the proper twist on the wires.


Past time to get rid of all the old aluminum wiring for something less dangerous.

 

[huesmann]

Is it a dissimilar metals corrosion thing?

 

[ktownskier]

The problem with aluminum wiring is that it expands and contracts at a high rate, which can lead to loose connections. Connections between aluminum and copper can also cause oxidation, resistance, heat, increased expansion… you get the picture. All of that can lead to a fire.

 

[MTN REMODEL LLC]

With WAGO selling its own paste for use with its connectors, I felt there was a chance that the connectors could be used with aluminum wire. Below is the response from a service representative.

"As the Manufacturer WAGO does not recommend Aluminum conductors for any of our Product."

"WAGO does Not have U.L. or any other Agency approvals for use with our Products and Aluminum Conductors. Copper Only".

What is the wago paste for.........????????

 

[RAL238]

What is the wago paste for.........????????

To me, it looks like they make a product that, in theory, can reduce corrosion of the conductors, but they have been unable to get UL certification for it - perhaps because it doesn't work well.