Planning Electrical Circuit Wiring
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How to Plan Electrical Circuit Wiring – In a case like this, the first thing I would do is take a voltage check on the cable that you spliced into to see if it does in fact have the power that is needed for the project. © By: Dave Rongey |
Understanding Electrical Circuit Wiring
[ad#block]Electrical Question: I have spliced my current old 2 wire cable and connected a 3 wire cable as the extension.
- I also grounded the wire.
- When I finally connected the light intended for the splice it did not work until I turned the light switch off.
- After that the extra lights lit up dimly and the overhead light stayed on but dimmer.
- What did I do wrong?
Dave’s Reply:
Thanks for your electrical wiring question Christopher.
Background: Christopher, a Homeowner from Mansfield Ohio
Splicing Electrical Wires
Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced.
Tools Required: Basic Electricians Pouch Hand Tools and Voltage Tester.
Estimated Time: Depends on personal level experience and ability to work with tools.
Precaution: Identify the circuit, turn it OFF and Tag it with a Note before working with the wiring.
How to Plan Electrical Circuit Wiring
- Christopher, it sounds like the cable that you spliced into did not have a hot and a neutral, in fact it sounds like you spliced into a cable that is being used for switching one of the other lights, or you just do not have the wire connections made up properly.
- In a case like this, the first thing I would do is take a voltage check on the cable that you spliced into to see if it does in fact have the power that is needed for the project.
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Electrical Tip When Planning an Electrical Circuit Connection
- Understand what the voltage and amperage is required for the proposed project, then identify a circuit cable that has the available voltage and amperage power that is required.
The Following will assist you with your Electrical Circuit:
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- Complete listing of electrical wire types and parts used for home projects with electrical code information serves as selection guidelines.
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