I have been using these in my construction/electrical works for years. I really like them and feel more comfortable with them. Easy to use. Solid. ALSO: IF you have to remove wiring, far easier to open the spring load doors and pull wires out and reinsert new . Best way to go!! All of my work and use with these have been in 120 Volt applications.
Do the WAGOs come in small sizes that will fit inside a typical wiring box? Also, how do these compare to wire splicers/connectors that come with a bead of solder inside?
I discovered Wagon connectors a couple years ago when they were included with an automatic transfer switch I was installing in my RV. My only gripe with them is that there are a greater number of connector types I have to maintain in my inventory compared to wire nuts. I remember looking for a variety pack to get me started....but then gave up. I didn't feel like dropping a lot of $$ on a full variety of connectors I'd likely need.
I love Wagos and use them for many low voltage applications. To date I have not used Wagos for 120vac connections. How safe is the product for those applications?
I absolutely love these things! One of the other guys I follow did a cool tug test and they did really well. I would like to see an amperage test to failure to see how they do. I think they are rated for 32 amps maybe.
They are really meant for dry locations the holes you put the wire in is not sealed and on the opposite end has a small hole for testing voltage. I’m not sure it they make a waterproof type.
So far all the interior connections I see in my 2020 Jayco TT are done with Wago. So purchased them for using on my projects. Also recently purchased the new "Inline" model, nice addition to the Wago line.
I've started using WAGO connectors in my personal projects, and always keep a few on hand, even the 30 amp rated ones. It would be great if this type of connector would be used instead of those white nylon screw-type terminal blocks in transfer switches, which seem to be a recurrent cause of failure and damage.
I have been using these in my construction/electrical works for years. I really like them and feel more comfortable with them. Easy to use. Solid. ALSO: IF you have to remove wiring, far easier to open the spring load doors and pull wires out and reinsert new . Best way to go!! All of my work and use with these have been in 120 Volt applications.
Do the WAGOs come in small sizes that will fit inside a typical wiring box? Also, how do these compare to wire splicers/connectors that come with a bead of solder inside?
I discovered Wagon connectors a couple years ago when they were included with an automatic transfer switch I was installing in my RV. My only gripe with them is that there are a greater number of connector types I have to maintain in my inventory compared to wire nuts. I remember looking for a variety pack to get me started....but then gave up. I didn't feel like dropping a lot of $$ on a full variety of connectors I'd likely need.
Project Farm youtube channel evaluated these along with some others for physical properties and heat buildup. Quite interesting and worth a view.
I love Wagos and use them for many low voltage applications. To date I have not used Wagos for 120vac connections. How safe is the product for those applications?
They are UL rated for 120-volt connections as well as a great way to connect solid and stranded conductors.
I absolutely love these things! One of the other guys I follow did a cool tug test and they did really well. I would like to see an amperage test to failure to see how they do. I think they are rated for 32 amps maybe.
I have the needed gear in my lab bench for such a test. I’ll do that as soon as my schedule frees up a bit.
Can you use in situations where you need something somewhat waterproof or water resistant, like in outdoor connections?
They are really meant for dry locations the holes you put the wire in is not sealed and on the opposite end has a small hole for testing voltage. I’m not sure it they make a waterproof type.
I don’t know of any waterproof Wago connectors. They should be installed in a waterproof box.
Xantrex has been using Wagos in their inverters for at least 3 years. They are great.
So far all the interior connections I see in my 2020 Jayco TT are done with Wago. So purchased them for using on my projects. Also recently purchased the new "Inline" model, nice addition to the Wago line.
Thanks for showing these. I just ordered a box of them - within minutes of reading your article.
I've started using WAGO connectors in my personal projects, and always keep a few on hand, even the 30 amp rated ones. It would be great if this type of connector would be used instead of those white nylon screw-type terminal blocks in transfer switches, which seem to be a recurrent cause of failure and damage.