Low voltage code

[srmofo]

I need to make some splices in my door bell wire. Is there any codes dictating they need to be made inside a box. I wouldn't think so, but thought I would check before doing it. I'm planning on using wire nuts. The splices will be open accessible from the basement and secured to the floor joists

Fwiw, the transformer is only 12 volts 10 watts (or volt amps as they like to call them)

 

[The Cobbler]

no code here for low voltage

 

[Thumper68]

all splices need to be in a enclosure, voltage doesn't make a difference.

And even if it did best practice would dictate putting the splice in an enclosure.

 

[ishiboo]

No code. Uncovered splices are fine.

 

[Rookie2]

You would be the first to put them in a box !

 

[nehog]

all splices need to be in a enclosure, voltage doesn't make a difference.

And even if it did best practice would dictate putting the splice in an enclosure.

No enclosure required.

Recommended either solder or use good quality splices or terminal block.

 

[srmofo]

No enclosure required.

Recommended either solder or use good quality splices or terminal block.

Ughh I hate soldering over head.

Im stapling them to the floor joists so movement shouldnt be a concern. Ill just hit them with some heat shrink (for a tidy repair)after I wire nut it and be done with it.

Maybe I look for a splice block today while Im out

Thanks guys

 

[_Dock_]

Use these.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004UYTWJW/?tag=atomicindus08-20

This is just an example of the type of connector. Adjust for your wire gauge.

 

[ForceFed70]

Overhead solder should be no problem with a little practice. You should not have globs of solder dropping. If it's going to be a covered splice, I'd go the full solder and shrink tubing route.

 

[LS6 Tommy]

all splices need to be in a enclosure, voltage doesn't make a difference.

Umm, no. No requirement for a box on class 2 low voltage (>60VDC, 30VAC) load side of the circuit.

Tommy

 

[zmaxmotorsports]

Umm, no. No requirement for a box on class 2 low voltage (>60VDC, 30VAC) load side of the circuit.

Tommy

Its done all the time,Id just make sure its in an accessible location in case you ever need to get back at it.

 

[srmofo]

Overhead solder should be no problem with a little practice. You should not have globs of solder dropping. If it's going to be a covered splice, I'd go the full solder and shrink tubing route.

Nah, I'm fine with soldering I just hate holding my arms up. Then again its only 4 connections so I should probably just hike my skirt up and do it.

 

[ddawg16]

I'm at a loss as to why people still use hardwired door bells.

Not only can you get one that 'makes noise', you can get systems that are also part of motion sensors...cameras...intercoms...etc.

 

[Stuff]

I'm at a loss as to why people still use hardwired door bells.

Simple. A wired door chime can work maintenance free for 50 years.

 

[ddawg16]

Simple. A wired door chime can work maintenance free for 50 years.

Yea.....right.....

 

[zmaxmotorsports]

1st thing I do when I move into a house is disconnect the doorbell transformer.
Few things piss me off faster than an idiot standing on the doorbell.

 

[Stuart in MN]

Yea.....right.....

My doorbell was installed in 1956, still works fine.

 

[srmofo]

I'm at a loss as to why people still use hardwired door bells.

Not only can you get one that 'makes noise', you can get systems that are also part of motion sensors...cameras...intercoms...etc.

When I bought the house it had the wires hanging out of the siding but no for bell installed Some idiot went through and cut them off in the basement thinking they were old telephone lines when he was rewiring with cat 6. Personally, I hate dealing with batteries and really see no need for all the other fancy ****. I just want something that I can hear when we have a guest

1st thing I do when I move into a house is disconnect the doorbell transformer.
Few things piss me off faster than an idiot standing on the doorbell.

Funny you mention that, I'm putting a switch on the transformer in case the wife changes her mind about wanting a door bell.

 

[zmaxmotorsports]

My doorbell was installed in 1956, still works fine.

Due to your location theres too much snow for people to reach it 6 months out of the year,misquito season eats up another 3 mos.
So technically yours is only around 15 years old in real world use.
Im going to go hide now.

 

[Beemer533]

Ughh I hate soldering over head.

Im stapling them to the floor joists so movement shouldnt be a concern. Ill just hit them with some heat shrink (for a tidy repair)after I wire nut it and be done with it.

Maybe I look for a splice block today while Im out

Thanks guys

If you are going to use heatshrink anyway, just do it all in one shot...

I love these things. http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001H1EPLG/?tag=atomicindus08-20

You just need to strip the wires, twist together and use a heat gun to flow the solder and shrink the tube.