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    Mar 10, 2011, 02:32 PM
    Can you tie stranded to solid copper
    I am working with exiting solid core 12 gauge on light fixtures is a basement.

    Can I connect stranded 12 gauge to the solid and then connect the stranded to the light fixture?

    Do I need to crimp a terminal on the stranded end going to the fixture?
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    Mar 10, 2011, 02:58 PM
    Wire nuts, or marretts in Canada or UK will work fine.

    Each are listed for different sizes and combinations. See list on carton.
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    Mar 10, 2011, 10:46 PM
    Absolutely. Very often the majority of commercial wiring is done with stranded, and solid is pigtailed for receptacles and/or switches.
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