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CDA - A6163

Connectability Testing of Copper and Aluminum Wiring

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Organization: CDA
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A report by Powertech Labs of research they recently conducted into wiring systems showed a very high (up to 100%) failure rate for aluminum systems in mechanical connectors, irrespective of conductor preparation, conductive greases or torque levels when tested according to an IEC method. Copper conductors in copper connectors passed in every case.

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A6163
Connectability Testing of Copper and Aluminum Wiring
A report by Powertech Labs of research they recently conducted into wiring systems showed a very high (up to 100%) failure rate for aluminum systems in mechanical connectors, irrespective of...
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