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Master Electrician Teaches Son 2 ways how to Connect Stranded THHN wire to any Device, Thoughts?

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The video begins by establishing the core difference between a 'quality electrician' and a 'beginner electrician' through their wire connection techniques. The instructor highlights the common issue of stranded THHN wire fraying when improperly connected to a terminal screw, which can lead to loose connections, potential shorts, and safety hazards. He demonstrates this visually by showing a poorly connected wire where strands are splayed out under the screw head.

Goal: Understand the importance of quality wire connections and identify common issues.

Tools and materials

  • Electrical Outlet/Device — Illustrating terminal screw connections
  • Stranded THHN Wire — Demonstrating the type of wire being discussed

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the difference between a quality electrician and a beginner electrician, right? Here's two ways, guys, that I would do this. If I want to attach this wire to this screw, what I don't want to do is this. You see how it frays apart? So, I'm going to share with you a little trick that I do. Instead of stripping it like that, what I like to do is come way down. I'll come down even more, make my little strip, and then I'm going to carefully pull it away. So, I've created

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