Ground Wire
July 22nd, 2009
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New Panasonic Turntable Ground 1200 Wire SFEL026-01E1 |  |
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US $5.79 | 22d 10h 54m |
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Technics Earth Ground Wire part SL1200 SL1210 version MK2 MK3 MK5 SFEL028-01E | |
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US $4.00 | 16d 9h 18m |
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Standard Ground Wire for all Technics turntable series SL1200 SL1210 MK2 MK3 MK5 | |
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US $7.00 | 27d 8h 6m |
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Technics 1200 Ground Wire | |
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US $10.95 | 20d 15h 16m |
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Technics Ground Wire For SL1200 Series, Ground Wire, Technics Ground, Ground, | |
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US $3.99 | 2h 29m |
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Ground Wire
Electrician, is it okay to use a ground that is tap or splice from the main ground wire connected to rod?
Calling all electricain, I wanted to know if it's perfectly safe to use a ground that is tap or splice from main ground wire connected to rod outside your home? Or could I simply connect another ground wire to the existing rod & have two wire coming from one rod? Or would I have to install new entirely ground rod, which could get a bit pricey?
I wonder what your purpose is?
In general you can attach another conductor (using another connector) to a ground rod. Anything that needs to be grounded can not be attached to an independant ground rod, though. All grounding means should be connected to each other, so if you were to drive a new rod, you would have to attach it to the existing ground electrode too.
You can also use the ground bus at the service equipment. Tapping is permitted by code in certain limited circumstances, but without specifics, one can't give good advice.
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New Panasonic Turntable Ground 1200 Wire SFEL026-01E1 | |
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US $5.79 | 22d 10h 54m |
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Technics Earth Ground Wire part SL1200 SL1210 version MK2 MK3 MK5 SFEL028-01E | |
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US $4.00 | 16d 9h 18m |
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Standard Ground Wire for all Technics turntable series SL1200 SL1210 MK2 MK3 MK5 | |
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US $7.00 | 27d 8h 6m |
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Technics 1200 Ground Wire | |
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US $10.95 | 20d 15h 16m |
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Technics Ground Wire For SL1200 Series, Ground Wire, Technics Ground, Ground, | |
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US $3.99 | 2h 29m |
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Erico Erico Ground Wire Hammerlock EHL58C1K $11.12 Ground wire hammerlock The fast and easy way to attach a ground wire to the top of a ground rod Only a hammer is required for installation Attaches a #4 ground wire to a 5/8? copper or galvanized ground rod Excellent mechanical strength Provides a visual indication of a completed connection UL listed and code compliant Brand #: Erico EHL58C1K UPC: 782856468585 Keywords: rod ground hammerlock wire |
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Pro Brand International 3032 10AWG Ground Wire $219.36 10AWG Ground Wire 500 Roll. Top Quality manufactured to the highest specifications. Satisfaction ensured. Functionality that is unbeatable. |
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272032 - Insulated Ground Wire $48.83 [7432800] 0.6 LB |
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Trunk Connector W/18 Ground $6.11 Trunk Connector W/18" Ground Wesbar Electric Wire Harness Connectors - TRUNK CONNECTOR W/18" GROUND |
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Painless Wiring 40026 Painless Wiring Fiberglass Body Ground Wire Kit $39.99 For proper electrical grounding of Jeeps with fiberglass bodies Painless Wiring 40026 Painless Wiring Fiberglass Body Ground Wire Kit |
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Pyramid RPB8100 8 Gauge Black Ground Wire 100 ft. OFC $37.88 8 Gauge Black Ground Wire 100 ft. OFC. 23/0.25 x 7C D. 6.5mm |
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Pyramid RPB4100 4 Gauge Black Ground Wire 100 ft. OFC $69.43 4 Gauge Black Ground Wire 100 ft. OFC. 61/0.25 x 7C D. 9.0mm |
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Pyramid RPB425 4 Gauge Black Ground Wire 25 ft. OFC $31.77 4 Gauge Black Ground Wire 25 ft. OFC. 61/0.25 x 7C D. 9.0mm |
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Pyramid RPB825 8 Gauge Black Ground Wire 25 ft. OFC $23.66 8 Gauge Black Ground Wire 25 ft. OFC. 23/0.25 x 7C D. 6.5mm |
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The Ground $13.49 The Ground |
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To The Ground $8.99 To The Ground |
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On The Ground $12.99 On The Ground |
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Raptor 25ft Silver 10awg Ground Wire Awg Ground Wire $41.08 2539 spoolIf the item is listed, this means there are 5 or more units instock.Please CLICK HERE to review our return policies on Car Audio Video products. |
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Power/Ground Outlet $19.95 ? Provides a Convenient Electrical Ground and Power Source from the Vehicle. Plug the tool into the cigarette lighter or power accessory receptacle. You now have a ground and power source on the dash. The plug light will come on to signal the plug is properlyy connected and both power and ground are available at the posts. For power, connect to the positive (+) terminal. For electrical ground, attach ground wire from the instrument to be grounded to the negative (-) terminal.By Lisle. |
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Car Vehicle Antistatic Earth Ground Wire Strap Belt $8.2 Description:Car Vehicle Antisatic Earth Ground Wire Strap Belt.Car Ground Antistatic Belt is helpful to eliminate a noise of wireless phone and to improve radio, sound and monitor of TV together with this goods.Antistatic Strap Belt prevents shock by static elecricity.Antistatic Earth Strap prevents shock produced by the displesurable static electricity which charges power on chassis and reached to the car by electricity through to belt.Displesurable static electricityCharges power on chassis and reachedTo the car by electricity through to belt.Size: 15 7/8" x 1.25" L*WWeight: 111.6gPacakge contents:1 x Car Antistatic Strap |
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Auto Car Anti Static Strap Earth Belt Ground Wire $9.49 Description:Car Anti Static Strap Helpful to eliminate a noise of wireless phone and to improve radio, sound and monitor of TV together with this goods.Prevents shock by static elecricity.Earth Belt Ground Wire prevents shock produced by the displesurable static electricity which charges power on chassis and reached to the car by electricity through to belt.Displesurable static electricityCharges power on chassis and reachedTo the car by electricity through to belt.Size: 40 X 3 X 0.4cm (L*W*H)Weight: 119gPacakge contents:1 x Car Anti Static Strap |
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Db Link Stgw0Bk50Z Soft Touch Ground Wire 0Gauge#44; Black#44; 50Ft Roll $296.99 SOFT TOUCH POWER WIRE. 0 GAUGE GROUND POWER WIRE. 50FT ROLL. BLACKUPC : 839868005717Shipping Dimensions : 10.00in X 10.00in X 5.00inEstimated Shipping Weight : 11.5 |
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Painless Wiring Fiberglass Body Ground Wire Kit $39.99 Designed specifically for proper electrical grounding of any vehicles with fiberglass bodies in one location. |
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Lisle 32150 Power/Ground Outlet. Each $16.35 Manufacturer: Lisle. Each. Features Benefits: For power, connect to the positive (+) terminal For electrical ground, attach ground wire from the instrument to be grounded to the negative (-) terminal Skin-packed Power / Ground Outlet provides a conveni |
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Adding a ground wire
Hidden Electrical Hazards - Check Your Grounded Outlets
Shock hazards and warranty issues. If you live in an older house, you may be shocked, literally, to discover that your "grounded" (three-pronged) electrical outlets are not really grounded, after all. This article describes why that's a dangerous situation, how to tell if your outlets are really grounded, and what to do if they're not.
The electrical term, open ground, describes a situation where someone has installed a three-pronged outlet, but the cable serving that outlet still contains only two wires, a hot and a neutral, and no ground wire. The three-pronged outlet gives the appearance of an upgrade, but the outlet is not really grounded. This is bad news for two reasons.
Shock hazard
This should be your first concern, and it's a real one: a receptacle that is not properly grounded is a safety hazard to you and your family. A shock from an improperly grounded 120-volt outlet can cause injury, even death. And take note: those receptacle "cheaters," those little, grey three-hole plugs with the tab on them that you screw into the plate? They don't work, and they can present a hazard to you and the equipment you plug into them.
Warranty issues
The following appliances require a grounded receptacle, for both safety and warranty reasons:
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Washing Machine
- Computer
- Television
- Any piece of equipment with a 3-pronged plug
Plugging any of this equipment into a receptacle that is not grounded can present a shock hazard, can damage the product, and can void the product warranty. Computers have especially sensitive voltage requirements. Note that surge protectors will not work properly unless a ground is present. These appliances and pieces of equipment are not small investments; protect them by using only properly grounded outlets. Where necessary, call in a qualified electrician to run you a new wire.
How to tell if your outlet is really grounded
- You can buy a small, inexpensive, plug-in tester at your local home center or electrical supply store. They are generally fairly reliable.
- You could try cutting the electricity at the breaker, pulling off your outlet cover and having a look, but you may or may not be able to see the cable feeding the outlet. The older the house, the more likely it is to be dark and dirty and hard to see behind the outlet cover. It might be necessary to unscrew and pull out the outlet. Note: this is not recommend as a beginner's DIY project because of the safety hazards involved.
- Why take chances? Hire a pro. If you have any question whether your outlets are properly grounded - or for that matter, if you have any questions about your wiring or your breaker or fuse box - have a qualified electrician come in and take a look.
What to do if your outlet is not properly grounded
If the tester gives you a negative reading, there may be other outlets in the house that aren't grounded. We strongly recommend that you bring in a qualified electrician to assess the situation and recommend next steps.
Next steps could involve running new wire, but possibly not. In some circumstances, electrical code allows for ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection (meaning the installation of a GFCI outlet) where there is no ground; however, the code has very specific requirements about how this must be done, including language that must be displayed prominently on the outlet cover. We do not recommend this as a beginner's DIY project because of the potential safety hazards to you and your family, and the warranty issues with your electrical and electronic equipment, discussed above.
More about wiring in older houses
- A good rule of thumb: If you see wire and it's fabric covered, by all means, have a qualified electrician look at it.
- The Consumer Product Safety Commission and utility companies recommend panel maintenance every three years. Generally, maintenance involves pulling the panel cover, inspecting all breakers and wiring, re-torquing connections, replacing breakers where necessary, and making recommendations about any further service that may be necessary or desirable. Routine maintenance can avoid a lot of problems.
- For homeowners with older wiring for whom rewiring is not an option, your electrician might recommend replacing certain breakers with an arc fault circuit interrupter (AFCI). This is a "breaker with a brain," fire protection technology that works just like a regular circuit breaker but also electronically detects arcing. For new construction and significant remodeling, the AFCI is now required for all circuits leading to bedrooms.
For additional information on electrical and other issues pertinent to older houses, visit www.ranchrevival.com
About the Author
Liz Pauley is a staff writer for
ranchrevival.com
, a website devoted to owners of ranch style houses, old and new.
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