Can't find any docs that indicate Ilsco IPC's or "tap blocks" cannot be used on braided-cloth wire insulation. Is this a myth that needs busting? Or is there a legit reason not to use these on cloth-type insulation?
Care to clarify that a little, you would use those connectors on the conductors, not the insulation. My guess is you are asking if it is acceptable to use these conductors on the concentric neutral conductor that is utilized in that particular cable?Can't find any docs that indicate Ilsco IPC's or "tap blocks" cannot be used on braided-cloth wire insulation. Is this a myth that needs busting? Or is there a legit reason not to use these on cloth-type insulation?
I missed the fact these were insulation piercing type connectors which could make some difference. I don't know the answer to your question.Sure, they're insulation piercing connectors. They work by cutting through or displacing the insulation. My concern, and I'm not sure it's valid, is that the connectors may not have been tested on the insulation sometimes found in older style service entrance cables. Apologies for the confusion, the braided cloth refers to the covering not the.conductors.
Not sure what the name for that type of insulation is.
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Keep in mind we are talking about using a cable that has been retired from production for fifty or more years, still doesn't hurt to ask but they may not have even done any testing on such cable/conductors.@GoldDigger
Great point....braid will flex and move (not sure how much and if it would affect anything) but the manufacturer (if they have a REAL Codes and Standards Department) should be able to provide these answers.