electrical power distribution

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chinni

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Is Aluminium wire permitted for electrical power distribution in residences and buildings such as churches and schools?
 
roger

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Re: electrical power distribution

Yes! What is your concern or actual reason for asking?

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bennie

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Hello Chinni: What is a hobbyist? I like that profession. ;) I think.
 
tom baker

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Mike Holt just sent out a newsletter regarding testing on Al conductors and its advantages. I feel larger sizes of Al are acceptable- I wouldn't use any conductor smaller than 2 AWG, and would use compression connectors or pin adapters. If underground, run in PVC and use XHHW even in the conduit. I have seen direct bury al. fail in 2 weeks due a nick on the jacket.
 
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