Improving power connection reliability
No matter what the application, good power connections are critical to safety and performance One of the most important aspects of bringing power to any electrical installation is having solid connections. Even with the best of designs, if the electrical connections don’t hold up over time, you are going to be faced with a serious problem. What makes this seemingly simple part of the installation so prone to difficulty? It boils down to two things: ensuring proper connections at the time of installation, and ensuring those connections remain secure over time – which can be more challenging than you might first think. First, proper installation Power equipment, such as circuit breakers , frequently is designed with screw connections to allow a good, tight field connection. Such equipment always includes manufacturer specifications for the torque required to make solid connections. Installers know these specifications, but sometimes find it inconvenient to be as meticulous about the ...