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Brass Pipe Extension

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AAA96

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Hello. I have an older pool and the light went bad as well as the existing 100w transformer (pool light is 12v). As I was removing all the old stuff, I noticed that the red brass 3/4” pipe coming from under the deck had broken. I have about 6” before it goes under concrete. I installed a new pentair 100w transformer and is suitable for direct connection to pool light wet nitch. My question is, how can I properly convert the brass pipe to pvc to finish the short run to the transformer box. I understand that this needs to be a watertight connection since it gets filled with water.

Also, alongside the brass pipe is a #8 copper wire that terminated into the j-box ground point. Should this be connected to the new metal j-box ground point, or should it actually be connected to the bonding lug (which is connected to the equipotential grid).
 
tom baker

tom baker

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Pool electrical wiring is critical it be done safely, per code and inspected. Mike Holt once said he would not swim in a pool with underwater lights. Get a pro to do this or take your chances.
And we are not able to assist DIYers per forum rules.
 
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