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  • Mar 11, 2008, 06:40 PM
    mr500
    Al Wire
    Just wondering something. Do you HAVE to use the anti-oxidize gel (whatever you call it) on Al wires when connecting it into panels etc.? Some say that you must others have no opinion? :D
  • Mar 11, 2008, 06:50 PM
    stanfortyman
    Who is Al Wire? Is he a new member? :D



    It's NOT code required. It's just a really good idea.
  • Mar 11, 2008, 07:17 PM
    mr500
    Well ill put some on there when I do the connect. Only a few dollars for a tube and won't be that time consuming!!
  • Mar 11, 2008, 07:46 PM
    stanfortyman
    I will not make an AL connection without it. I coat the threads of lugs and terminals as well. I hate the AL to AL friction you get.

    A few dollars? For the tiny tube maybe. The brush top can I get is about $12. :eek:
    I only realized this recently. I never checked the price before.
  • Mar 11, 2008, 08:36 PM
    mr500
    I saw a tube of the stuff. Decent size was about 5.00 at Lowe's. Did not see the can and brush type. Will look again.. threads too? Good point. Will do

    Thanks

    Mike
  • Mar 12, 2008, 06:39 AM
    Stratmando
    Anyone who doesn't use it May be Looking for future work. I like to "Do it right once and forget about it". I also use on threads. You or customer will appreciate later.

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