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You should be able to remove the receptacle and mount the smoke detector right onto the box that you removed the receptacle from. No adapter needed.

I've done panels that are recessed into the wall several times. On some we ran conduit into the attic to a junction box. On some we just left it as is and fish wires into the panel afterwards. Surface mount is better for adding (simply because it's easier) and better for R-value if you're...

Crimped ends or punch down (IDC) connectors doesn't really matter in a home setup. I'd do the punch down Connectors myself. The trick with them is a good tool. I have a good snap action one, with a sharp cutting blade. But for a home setup, do what you'd like. I've used the keystone couplers...

**not a nec expert, I am Canadian** It appears that the NEC says that motor will have 40 amps FLA. 125% of 40 amps is 50 amps, so you need minimum of 50 amps. I *think* you can put it on a 60, but I'm not a NEC expert. If you're Canadian, then I can help more. Of course, I'd be inclined to...

Most common conduit ran in concrete these days is Cor-line/smurf tube/ENT and PVC. EMT used to be used a ton, but it's fallen out of favour in my parts because ENT is so easy to run and doesn't rust. I've heard of rigid pipe being used, but that requires threading etc so it's not used unless...

I've thought about this several times, especially with the new welder i bought. One day, I'll do it... and that day will be after I get my hands on some 4/4 type W cable. My reason for it, is because the one welder needs to be hardwired. Putting a small panel on the cart will let me use it for...

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6awg aluminum is rated for 50 amps under the 75° column. Unfortunately if the receptacle isn't marked for the termination temperature, you have to assume 60° termination temp, which is 40 amps. We can cheat and put a piece of wire in that is 1.2 meters long (or longer)... that is to say...

Re: Making a permanent 100' generator "extension" circuit outside Hey OP, You're from Ontario Canada, I'm an electrician in Ontario Canada... Price out 6/3 ACWU cable. It's similar to TECK90 except with aluminum conductors, and only 1 waterproof sheath. For splicing aluminum to...

I bought a smart charger than can automatically charge a 12 volt battery with as low as 1 volt in it. Below that, I can force it to charge using a simple button on the charger.... Although some do not have this feature...

I've used Luton caseta for all kinds of stuff. They work for more than 30 feet. I know others who have had it work for over 100 feet. I have never measured the distance I was able to have it work, although its worth a shot trying it. You can always return it if you find it doesn't work as...

Me, personally, I'd go a few inches up like your second photo. But if you drill holes directly in line with the bottom of the wire holes in the box, it's not all that much different. Either one will work.

Running horizontal through the studs is fine. Done all the time. Welder, yes, can be run as described. Garage door opener, I'm not sure if it's code, but I'd put it on it's own breaker if it were my shop. I cannot comment much on the A/C. #6 sounds large enough but I've never wired one and...

Re: Stud Bored Hole Proximity ... How close? I typically drill holes at knee height. So in your case, I would go just below knee height and just above knee height. This will likely be 6-8" apart. I use knee height because when I wire new construction, I run around with a large corded drill...

It won't be worth much (likely a few hundred bucks), but post it as best reasonable offer and someone will buy it. Tomorrow someone is coming to pick up a brand new transformer I'm selling. Its been posted for 5 weeks, and I only got low ball offers until the right buyer actually offered me a...

A heat gun and a piece of duct work underneath the PVC to circulate the heat around the pipe. It will take awhile to heat up (I do 2" PVC all the time. For a long radius you'll want something to sit on). You may have to do it one section at a time (something like 8" segments at a time). I'll...

Don't listen to them. If OP was in Canada with us, your answer is the correct one, but NEC has weird rules like the ground has to be the same size as the ungrounded conductors.

I agree with What they said^^

I've used etlin daniels, Lithonia, some no-name brands, lite line, and more. They are all pretty similar. We did install over 120 etlin daniels 2x4 LED lights for use in a restaurant kitchen. They were really bright. I don't see much of a difference between the brands. Some have a better CRI...

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