Extend T&E Ring in Back Box

[RDB85]

on each short conductor use an Ideal in-line push fit connector.

Ideal Industries In-Line Push-In Wire Connectors

With its small size and tool-free application, the SpliceLine® from Ideal Industries is a real time-saver when it comes to connecting wires in a wide range of installations – particularly prefabricated wiring, lighting and ring main circuits.Existing wire cut too short? Space too tight to use a...

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I will try them. Thanks Tel.

 

[westward10]

I will try them. Thanks Tel.

I wouldn't trust those I traced two ring final faults to those causing a high resistance connection. Anything with Ideal Industries as the manufacturer I would give a wide berth.

 

[telectrix]

OK, so try wagos.

 

[RDB85]

I wouldn't trust those I traced two ring final faults to those causing a high resistance connection. Anything with Ideal Industries as the manufacturer I would give a wide berth.

Any other recommendations?

 

[RDB85]

OK, so try wagos.

Any particular ones? Or would these ones be okay?

Wago 2273 5 Way Compact PushWire Connectors

Simple, reusable 5 way push wire connectors for solid conductors. Transparent housing to ensure the connection remains visible.• 5 way push-in solid core conductors• Easy to use• Compact, reusable design• Transparent housing• 1 x test port for easy testing• Can be used in maintenance free...

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Selection of Wago. I was thinking the 5 Way ones:

Wago 221 Compact Lever Installer Kit

Kit contains• 40 x 2 Way• 30 x 3 Way• 15 x 5 Way32A rated

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[telectrix]

push fit ot lever. either will do. though the push fit are a bit smaller if you are tight for space,

 

[westward10]

Any particular ones? Or would these ones be okay?

Wago 2273 5 Way Compact PushWire Connectors

Simple, reusable 5 way push wire connectors for solid conductors. Transparent housing to ensure the connection remains visible.• 5 way push-in solid core conductors• Easy to use• Compact, reusable design• Transparent housing• 1 x test port for easy testing• Can be used in maintenance free...

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Selection of Wago. I was thinking the 5 Way ones:

Wago 221 Compact Lever Installer Kit

Kit contains• 40 x 2 Way• 30 x 3 Way• 15 x 5 Way32A rated

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Wago are fine but I use Helacon plus mini.

24A HelaCon Plus 2 Way Connector (Box of 150)

Low insertion force - easy to use, saves time on installation

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[RDB85]

Wago are fine but I use Helacon plus mini.

24A HelaCon Plus 2 Way Connector (Box of 150)

Low insertion force - easy to use, saves time on installation

www.cef.co.uk

These are in stock:

https://www.NoLinkingToThis/p/wago-221-series-32a-5-way-lever-connector-25-pack/5201r

Could I use Butt Crimps?

 

[telectrix]

you could use butt crimps but bearin mind, good qualitycrimps and a ditto crimp tool will set you back a lotmore than a box of wagos. my crimp tool was £70.

 

[nicebutdim]

Wago are fine but I use Helacon plus mini.

24A HelaCon Plus 2 Way Connector (Box of 150)

Low insertion force - easy to use, saves time on installation

www.cef.co.uk

In circumstances where one leg of a ring is jointed, would 24A connectors be suitable or should they be meet the full circuit rating?