Not the push in but the screw on. Thanks.
2007-03-17 04:59:26 · 7 answers · asked by Peter R 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Most outlets, switches and GFCIs are rated for use with copper wire only. Aluminum wire will oxidize and weaken electrical connections. Home Improvement centers do carry special outlet devices which are approved for use with aluminum wire. Unfortunately, these tend to cost more.
2007-03-17 05:55:44 · answer #1 · answered by Ben D 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your local hardware store or home center should carry an approved aluminum to copper adapter. They are not expensive and should do the job for you. As mentioned previously do not wire your AL wires directly to the outlet as corrosion will occur and the resulting arcing through the high resistance connection will generate enough heat to start a fire.
2007-03-17 13:06:20 · answer #2 · answered by MT C 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Aluminum conductors can be used on devices marked Cu/Al, which means copper or aluminum. The receptacle must have that marking, or do not use it. There were several problems with aluminum wiring used for residential lighting and receptacle circuits; you should consider replacing any aluminum wire inside the house with copper.
2007-03-17 19:37:04 · answer #3 · answered by Dave 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It will say on the plug if it accepts both copper and aluminum or which one it takes.
2007-03-17 12:19:49 · answer #4 · answered by Thomas S 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It the metal types that count. Don't use aluminum and Copper together. They corrode (react with) each other.
2007-03-17 12:02:40 · answer #5 · answered by GoodGuy53 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the device has the symbols.."Cu/Al " then it is rated for both types of wiring
2007-03-17 13:05:47 · answer #6 · answered by backyard_tire_biter 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I want to add to #1s answer that reaction between the metals can lead to arc ing and that can cause a fire n burn y'all up
2007-03-17 12:08:03 · answer #7 · answered by Lowell R 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋