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  1. Best knob and tube trick yet

    Started by Michael Thomas, 09-22-2008 03:46 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
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    Jim Luttrall
    09-22-2008, 04:13 PM Go to last post

  2. How does does this happen?

    Started by Marc M, 09-24-2008 09:09 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 3,025
    Markus Keller
    09-26-2008, 05:03 PM Go to last post

  3. Service cable

    Started by Richard Roshak, 01-10-2009 11:49 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
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    Jeff Remas
    01-10-2009, 12:00 PM Go to last post

  4. free course at UL University

    Started by Roland Miller, 03-11-2009 08:29 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,878
    Jerry Peck
    03-11-2009, 09:52 AM Go to last post

  5. Residential Lightning Protection System Grounding

    Started by Jeff Remas, 02-09-2009 05:42 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 3,046
    Roland Miller
    02-09-2009, 06:01 PM Go to last post

  6. ground and neutral on same screw in main panel

    Started by Kevin Rutledge, 03-04-2009 01:39 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 3,611
    Jerry Peck
    03-04-2009, 02:21 PM Go to last post

  7. back fed main

    Started by John Arnold, 03-26-2009 05:12 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
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    Jerry Peck
    03-26-2009, 05:26 PM Go to last post

  8. Ground clamps

    Started by Ken Amelin, 05-04-2009 05:01 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 3,417
    Jerry Peck
    05-04-2009, 07:34 AM Go to last post

  9. Service Equipment

    Started by Tom Rees, 05-11-2009 02:17 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
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    Bill Kriegh
    05-11-2009, 09:04 PM Go to last post

  10. Splicing Wires in Electrical Breaker Box

    Started by Matt Wilson, 06-10-2009 06:53 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 5,747
    Jerry Peck
    06-10-2009, 07:05 PM Go to last post

  11. Using Wiring Up a Set of Lights To Work With My Security System

    Started by Matt Wilson, 06-11-2009 06:39 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,437
    Jerry Peck
    06-11-2009, 06:50 AM Go to last post

  12. GFCI receptacle on GFCI breaker

    Started by Peter Wigle, 06-28-2009 07:26 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 7,148
    Jerry Peck
    06-28-2009, 07:28 AM Go to last post

  13. New Kids in Town: OFCI, SFCI, PFCI

    Started by A.D. Miller, 06-30-2009 02:37 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 3,763
    John Steinke
    07-02-2009, 11:25 PM Go to last post

  14. Bathroom branch circuits

    Started by Scott Hurt, 07-12-2009 08:06 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,472
    Rick Cantrell
    07-12-2009, 08:39 AM Go to last post

  15. two mains?

    Started by Jerome W. Young, 08-01-2009 06:26 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
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    Jerry Peck
    08-01-2009, 06:41 AM Go to last post

  16. Electrical Gutter Boxes

    Started by brianmiller, 09-18-2009 05:01 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 6,812
    Jerry Peck
    09-18-2009, 07:03 PM Go to last post

  17. Square D AFCI

    Started by Tom Rees, 08-19-2009 05:50 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,860
    David Argabright
    08-20-2009, 05:11 PM Go to last post

  18. asbetos insulation

    Started by Robert Mattison, 09-01-2009 05:13 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,335
    John Steinke
    09-01-2009, 06:06 AM Go to last post

  19. Metal conduit btwn Utility Meter and Panel

    Started by brianmiller, 09-21-2009 04:48 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 3,052
    Speedy Petey
    09-21-2009, 05:14 PM Go to last post

  20. Frayed cable

    Started by mathew stouffer, 10-24-2009 09:46 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
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    ken horak
    10-24-2009, 10:17 AM Go to last post

  21. Dishwasher disconnect switches - TREC SOP

    Started by RobertSmith, 09-24-2009 03:19 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 3,474
    Jerry Peck
    09-24-2009, 05:43 PM Go to last post

  22. Outlets on stairs

    Started by Ryan Stouffer, 10-02-2009 02:47 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
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    Scott Patterson
    10-02-2009, 03:32 PM Go to last post

  23. Ground connector

    Started by Michael Kulikowski, 10-23-2009 07:09 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,601
    Michael Greenwalt
    10-23-2009, 09:09 AM Go to last post

  24. TEXAS HIs - Goofy TREC Requirement for AFCI deficiency in report

    Started by imported_John Smith, 10-13-2009 05:50 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 3,625
    Jim Luttrall
    10-13-2009, 06:39 PM Go to last post

  25. GFCI Protection Required At Water Fountains?

    Started by Bruce Breedlove, 11-11-2009 10:42 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
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    ken horak
    11-12-2009, 03:23 PM Go to last post

  26. Well Pump Disconnect Double Taps

    Started by Bruce Breedlove, 11-12-2009 12:25 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,980
    Bill Kriegh
    11-12-2009, 05:54 AM Go to last post

  27. Cheaper Energy Coming?

    Started by A.D. Miller, 02-17-2010 01:10 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,641
    bob smit
    02-18-2010, 08:20 PM Go to last post

  28. Electrical problems/Jamaica/update

    Started by Ed Bliss, 03-04-2010 12:34 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 3,610
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    03-04-2010, 01:08 PM Go to last post

  29. Arrow 230-Volt 30-amp Conductors Coming Directly Off - Main Conductor Lugs

    Started by Darrell Udelhoven, 03-05-2010 06:40 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 3,553
    dana1028
    03-06-2010, 01:01 PM Go to last post

  30. White substance bottomeof electric panel

    Started by ed ferraioli, 04-16-2010 03:36 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,951
    Rick Hurst
    04-16-2010, 06:46 AM Go to last post

  31. Crouse-Hinds Panel, Siemens breakers

    Started by mathew stouffer, 04-27-2010 07:32 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 10,680
    Bill Kriegh
    04-27-2010, 09:57 AM Go to last post

  32. AL to CU wire splice box

    Started by Charles Smith, 05-14-2010 07:30 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 3,527
    Jim Port
    05-14-2010, 07:39 AM Go to last post

  33. clamps on panel wiring

    Started by Richard Stanley, 04-07-2010 07:56 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,607
    Jerry Peck
    04-07-2010, 07:42 PM Go to last post

  34. Question Neutrals and Grounds combined at floating bus.

    Started by Trent Tarter, 04-12-2010 06:58 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 3,243
    Rick Cantrell
    04-12-2010, 07:11 PM Go to last post

  35. Ground rod in slab

    Started by Jon mackay, 05-14-2010 07:59 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 3,135
    Jerry Peck
    05-14-2010, 06:14 PM Go to last post

  36. Bonding on Metal Entry Pipe with PEX Supply

    Started by Bob Hunt, 05-24-2010 11:30 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 3,530
    paul hardy
    05-24-2010, 12:28 PM Go to last post

  37. CatV in Electric Cabinet

    Started by JB Thompson, 05-28-2010 03:39 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,261
    Michael Greenwalt
    05-28-2010, 08:12 PM Go to last post

  38. Light Meters

    Started by Corey Friedman, 06-01-2010 09:40 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,687
    Jerry Peck
    06-01-2010, 03:53 PM Go to last post

  39. How old is this doorbell ringer?

    Started by John Kogel, 06-03-2010 09:11 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 3,062
    Bob Elliott
    06-03-2010, 10:19 PM Go to last post

  40. DIY distribution panel

    Started by mathew stouffer, 06-17-2010 07:35 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,937
    James Duffin
    06-17-2010, 08:01 AM Go to last post

  41. electrical inspection soft ware

    Started by nafeth, 06-21-2010 02:24 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 3,062
    Chuck Lambert
    06-21-2010, 02:41 PM Go to last post

  42. 1975 Bryant panel ground bar

    Started by Stephen Clausen, 07-01-2010 10:33 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 4,048
    Jim Port
    07-01-2010, 01:12 PM Go to last post

  43. Older ITE Main Panel

    Started by Patrick Knight, 01-20-2011 10:09 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 3,831
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    01-20-2011, 10:42 PM Go to last post

  44. Aluminum - antioxidant coating

    Started by Ken Amelin, 11-21-2010 08:58 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 9,061
    Roger Frazee
    11-21-2010, 12:02 PM Go to last post

  45. Breaker recall

    Started by Jim Luttrall, 09-24-2010 08:36 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,649
    wayne soper
    09-24-2010, 01:40 PM Go to last post

  46. Panel in "Utility Room" ...sorta...

    Started by brianmiller, 07-10-2010 07:05 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,406
    Jerry Peck
    07-10-2010, 07:16 PM Go to last post

  47. panel box next to window

    Started by RobertSmith, 07-12-2010 06:44 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
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    Jerry Peck
    07-12-2010, 06:56 PM Go to last post

  48. Zinsco - Line vs load side of breaker

    Started by Terry Beck, 11-05-2010 06:49 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 4,463
    Roger Frazee
    11-08-2010, 12:32 AM Go to last post

  49. Counterfit Square D Breakers

    Started by Paul Kondzich, 08-04-2010 08:58 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,911
    Galen L. Beasley
    08-05-2010, 05:44 AM Go to last post

  50. Edison Fused Dryer

    Started by Don Martin, 11-20-2011 12:55 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
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    Lon Henderson
    11-21-2011, 08:21 AM Go to last post

  51. Old Square D HO brkrs

    Started by John Kogel, 06-20-2011 08:27 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
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    Rollie Meyers
    06-20-2011, 07:29 PM Go to last post

  52. Understanding GFCI's---- from the Expert

    Started by Mike Parks, 08-16-2010 09:05 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,696
    Elliot Franson
    08-17-2010, 09:32 AM Go to last post

  53. Aluminum wire in panel

    Started by sidney alstad, 08-18-2010 04:45 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
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    Jim Luttrall
    08-18-2010, 04:50 PM Go to last post

  54. Arent these 12v auto connectors?

    Started by Marc M, 08-09-2011 09:39 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,560
    Rollie Meyers
    08-09-2011, 09:58 PM Go to last post

  55. Unanswered questions

    Started by Jim Port, 03-14-2011 02:46 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,589
    John Arnold
    03-14-2011, 03:17 PM Go to last post

  56. Double Tapped - Stranded vs Solid

    Started by Andrew Kolar, 03-15-2011 07:08 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,937
    Jerry Peck
    03-15-2011, 08:07 PM Go to last post

  57. Feeder cables, penetration through box

    Started by mathew stouffer, 03-16-2011 05:23 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,890
    Jim Port
    03-17-2011, 11:12 AM Go to last post

  58. Electrical Work Comment

    Started by Stuart Brooks, 04-07-2011 03:27 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,930
    Joseph Peake
    04-14-2011, 01:52 AM Go to last post

  59. Smart Meters blamed for Wi-Fi router traffic jam

    Started by Raymond Wand, 12-02-2011 06:39 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,629
    Stephen G
    12-02-2011, 03:50 PM Go to last post

  60. What the heck is this?

    Started by JB Thompson, 04-18-2011 08:55 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 3,068
    Benjamin Thompson
    04-18-2011, 09:03 PM Go to last post

  61. disp + DW on double pole breaker

    Started by John Dirks Jr, 09-18-2011 10:59 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
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    John Dirks Jr
    09-18-2011, 11:29 AM Go to last post

  62. Thumbs up Electrical Section - New Sponsor!

    Started by Brian Hannigan, 05-07-2012 12:38 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,158
    Nathan Thornberry
    05-07-2012, 08:23 PM Go to last post

  63. Smoke alarm circuit

    Started by Benjamin Thompson, 10-03-2012 04:10 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,807
    Benjamin Thompson
    10-03-2012, 07:59 PM Go to last post

  64. Some 'warning' signs

    Started by Chris Weekly, 08-27-2012 01:06 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
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    John Kogel
    08-27-2012, 08:55 PM Go to last post

  65. Labeling on SECs

    Started by brianmiller, 11-21-2012 05:53 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
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    Garry Blankenship
    11-23-2012, 06:01 PM Go to last post

  66. house bonding to water pipes

    Started by brianmiller, 03-26-2013 10:39 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 3,220
    Lon Henderson
    03-26-2013, 02:02 PM Go to last post

  67. GEC in conduit alone or with other conductors?

    Started by Michael McElligott, 12-10-2012 10:18 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,578
    Corey Friedman
    12-10-2012, 11:40 AM Go to last post

  68. Sat Dish Bond

    Started by Jim Robinson, 12-15-2012 05:51 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,756
    Vern Heiler
    12-16-2012, 08:49 AM Go to last post

  69. Interesting Main/Sub Panel Combo

    Started by mikefowler, 02-16-2013 11:22 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
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    Jim Port
    02-17-2013, 05:25 PM Go to last post

  70. Photo of the day

    Started by Marc M, 01-28-2013 10:01 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
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    Robert Rolleston
    01-29-2013, 06:42 AM Go to last post

  71. odd electrical tester configuration

    Started by Barry Sigler, 03-29-2013 06:52 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 3,684
    John Kogel
    03-29-2013, 07:53 AM Go to last post

  72. Square D *PLASTIC* electrical panel

    Started by Terry Beck, 04-18-2013 11:05 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 7,112
    Lon Henderson
    04-19-2013, 07:31 AM Go to last post

  73. Commercial Zinsco switchboards

    Started by Michael Choffin, 07-22-2013 01:48 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 3,477
    Rollie Meyers
    07-23-2013, 07:05 AM Go to last post

  74. Q: Garbage disposer and subpanel

    Started by Terry Beck, 06-23-2013 08:55 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
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    Jerry Peck
    06-24-2013, 03:49 PM Go to last post

  75. Electrical cable routing

    Started by brianmiller, 08-17-2013 04:44 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 3,216
    Roland Miller
    08-20-2013, 12:07 PM Go to last post

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