Crimped Earth Wire

Tonto · 21 Jan 2005

Need help please.

I 'accidently' cut my earth wire (10mm) from consumer box to water & gas pipes. Is it ok to crimp them together again or do I have to run a continuous earth wire?

Thanks in advance.

dw3101 · 21 Jan 2005

replace it, dont crimp it.

Tonto · 21 Jan 2005

I was hoping that wouldn't be the answer

It'll mean pulling up floorboards and holes in ceilings, is it really, really necessary or can i get away with re-joining the cut ends by scrimping ???

andy · 21 Jan 2005

Tonto said:
I was hoping that wouldn't be the answer

It'll mean pulling up floorboards and holes in ceilings, is it really, really necessary or can i get away with re-joining the cut ends by scrimping ???

you have been told to replace it. so replace it. its there for your safety

Lectrician · 21 Jan 2005

It may be crimped if it is not feasable to renew.

Use an un-insulated butt crimp, and the correct sized ratched or hydraulic hex crimper (hire from wholesaler if you dont have one). DONT USE ANY OTHER TOOL TO CRIMP.

Once crimped, use self-amalgumating tape to prevent corrosion. (not sure on the spelling for that!).

In an ideal world, yes renew. If it isnt possible, you may crimp.

Tonto · 22 Jan 2005

thanks for all the comments, I'll get myself down to the hire shop for a crimper

securespark · 22 Jan 2005

Tonto said:
can i get away with re-joining the cut ends by scrimping ???

Scrimp and save, yes!!

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