Comments for AlumiConn | Aluminum to Copper Electrical Connectors

Comment on CPSC Approves AlumiConn! by pete

pete — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 20:58:37 +0000

Layne – The lug is a tin-plated aluminum bar and the set screws are nickle-plated. The expansion/contraction is more in harmony with the aluminum and copper wires because of this. Additionally, the connection is extremely secure when installed correctly and has been rigorously tested in house and to UL specifications for long term usage.

Comment on CNA Insurance Approves AlumiConn by pete

pete — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 20:55:37 +0000

Darwin – Each municipality is different and may or may not require a permit. It is our experience that in most cases you would not, but we recommend you check with your local Chief Electrical Inspector and planning offices to make sure.

Comment on CPSC Approves AlumiConn! by Layne

Layne — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 02:47:40 +0000

I just don’t see how this would offer a PERMANENT solution, being that the lugs would tend to loosen up over time with expansion and contraction from years of temperature extremes (from winter to summer). I’m open to using this product, but sell me on how the lugs will stay tightened over time. Threadlocker? Explain…

Comment on CNA Insurance Approves AlumiConn by Darwin Garcia

Darwin Garcia — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 05:46:10 +0000

Did the work require a permit, or was it considered retrofit only? Were the receptacles replaced with arc-flash type? I ask because I may take on a large project myself, being a licensed electrician.

Comment on Does State Farm Allow AlumiConn Connectors? by murphy moore

murphy moore — Fri, 28 Sep 2012 16:58:51 +0000

The State Farm claims office doesn't make decisions on whether this new method is acceptable. The word needs to come from the Underwriting department. I just learned of this new method and am checking with Underwriting now regarding its use in apartment buildings.

Comment on CPSC Approves AlumiConn! by pete

pete — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 03:15:07 +0000

Hi Ron – That’s really a question you’ll need to speak to your local licensed electrician about as I’m not an expert on coalr devices. I know some people use them, but I’ve heard they have some possible drawbacks, too.

Comment on CPSC Approves AlumiConn! by pete

pete — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 03:10:10 +0000

Various retail outlets carry it, but if they don't you can certainly purchase the alumiconns here on our site. Just about everything you need to know can be found on our resources page.

Comment on CPSC Approves AlumiConn! by Boris Kelly

Boris Kelly — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 02:42:00 +0000

Lots of good info we live up here in Canada and live in a house with alum. wireing. It looks like the alumiconn connector may be the answer. Im a retired electrician but never worked on house wireing. Im hopeing that the alumiconn is available here at Home Depot or Lowes Is there anything i should know or you can tell me. thanks Boris Kelly Calgary Alberta

Comment on CPSC Approves AlumiConn! by ron

ron — Wed, 27 Jun 2012 11:48:28 +0000

should the coalr recepticals and switchs be used where possible or alumiconn devise and standard switch/recepticals?

Comment on Can I use an AlumiConn connector in a breaker box? by pete

pete — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 00:54:51 +0000

To my knowledge, there is no reference that you cannot splice inside a breaker box.