Gentleman, HOW WOULD YOU LIKE YOUR OWN PERSONAL STRIPPER? :) Klein makes the best IMO and here's a link to the same ones seen in this video: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00080DPNQ/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=trialnerror-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B00080DPNQ&linkId=264f8a16e5a1b6edc79671f51ab0b84f
The new harbor freight Doyle pliers are honestly just as good as Klein. Seriously. Their old pliers are only good for use as a paper weight but the doyles are the real deal. The doyle needle nose pliers are the best needle nose ive ever had. Worth checking out. Never tried the stripper though, always just use my knife
For all the first timers, if you decide to do it live make sure the breaker is in the off position before putting a screwdriver on it. I recommend an insulated screwdriver. Its safer to do it with a dead box tho. specially if its a subpanel and doesn't effect the house when shutting it off. good luck and be safe.
Great video, the only comment I have is if you using 10/2 etc. for 220V you should put either black or red tape or heat shrink on both ends of the white wire so if someone other than you will know it’s not being used as a neutral. Not a problem to figure out at the breaker, but on the other end it could be. I found that out when we remodeled my house and a jack leg electrician wired a 110V outlet for the microwave, didn’t check voltage and burned up my microwave.
Protect your wires!!! Do not strip the full length with your utility knife as shown in this video, as you may cut into the insulation. The proper technique is to cut the outer layer at the last 2 or 3 inches. Then grasp the wires in one hand and with other hand pull the outer layer back. It will spilt very easily back to where you want it to be removed. Thus you protect the wire insulation and if you nicked the last 2 or 3 inches, it will likely not be used since you pull some extra to make sure you have enough. The added benefit is you are less likely to cut yourself since it is a much shorter cut.
My boss just gave me the shop's old cabinet Grizzly table saw because we just got 2 brand new SawStop table saws, and after watching this video, I have learned that I am definitely a carpenter and NOT an electrician, so I will be calling one to do the electrical work required. 🤣 After many videos and so many electrical options at Lowe's/Home Depot, I am going to play it safe. I would really rather not burn my house down.
Well, well, well, Utube to the rescue. I've been wanting 220 in my barn to run my mig welder. I watched this vid a couple times and it seemed easy enough. So, I went and got the materials and ran the power over to where it was. It worked! Thanks...
@@Trialnerror Oh, you are welcome. I don't have a very firm grip on electricity. I just don't understand it. Your video was easy to follow and it worked. It makes a huge difference in the performance of my MIG welder. Again, thank you...
@@harlannorris6035 There are easy booklets that explain most of what needs to be known to do wiring, and the most important thing is keeping in mind a few things such as it only hurts the wallet to use larger wire to make a connection. Motors and welders draw more current initially that make using a larger wire a good idea as it is less likely to be a problem with overheating. I personally do not like romex or NM cable, as mice and chew it, and it is exposed to the wood. I like flex and conduit... personal preference.
@@Paul-gz5dp Right., well, what I did was I ran 10 ga wire 50' to the plug. That is on a 30 amp breaker. An electrician I know said I'm protecting my wire. I have a Millermatic 211. An older one that I used to run on a 115 v 20 amp circuit. It worked ok, but for say anything 1/8" and above, it really wasn't enough. However, it never tripped the breaker even then. I did run romex even though I have all the 115 wiring in conduit. We'll see what happens with that, I suppose.
@@harlannorris6035 That is more than enough for that unit. Only other things that you might want to get is an Argon tank and regulator. Then you can get some really good welds.
@@Paul-gz5dp Ha, well, my main issue now is not the gas. It's my vision. I'm 67 and I just don't see as well as I once did, A cheater or glasses help, but, nothing beats young eyes. I have thought about pure argon. C25 though is not cheap at about 60.00 a bottle. Argon is more.
Great video but cutting your Romex with a razor blade as deep as you did is a good way to cause issues if you knick the shielding! Safest way is to use the ground wire as a pull string or just score the outer shielding but great video
A major DIYer here, and I like knowing details of my projects, and I'm engineer-minded to boot. About to install a 30 amp breaker for a window AC/heat unit, myself, since my husband limited gray matter, basically has the brain cells of an adolescent. I've learned my way around basic home wiring projects, thru videos like your's, which is very well made! The sexual inuindos are kinda off-putting, but whatever, your video quality is excellent. With your help I get to seriously compete with one of my three marine sons, who is also an aerospace engineer. In the past year I've learned how to install ceiling fans/light fixtures (where none existed), run wire and install new outlets/switches. The attic is a place from hell, literally. Thank you so much for this video!!!
Dude... If I were to make a video like this... I am 100% sure it would be identical to this one. Thank you Uncle TH-cam. I would have killed the power to the sub panel tho.
Good video! One thing I would do, on the receptacle, is bend the wire around the hook clockwise and secure it. It is less likely to come lose when handling the box.
I would recommend a double duplex box for a 220 outlet, since the wire is thicker the small boxes are a real pain in the ass for compressing everything in there. You can get a cover plate that secures the outlet right in the center of it, using the double box for a single outlet as such. Don't forget your anti-short bushing on the sub panel! Too late I guess but you can always go back and add it.
@@Trialnerror No problem. I found out that you need a "mud ring". With a mud ring you can either install two receptacles/switches or only one on a two-gang box. The mud rings also have varying depths from flat to 5/8" I believe! Just bought one for a project the other day.
Just a tip....., or two! A pair of gloves would be lovely when working in a live box! Safety glasses are a plus! Long sleeves not a bad choice! Lots of copper flopping around those live terminals! How about cutting power if possible to put safety at a premium? And one last, stress the dangers of that ground wire making contact with a live terminal! The arc flash is devastating! It will most definitely reduce the sexual innuendos or the frequency of encounters! Molten metal doesn't do much for the complexion!
The Real Schuyler Martin - so, what I think you meant to say was a slotted screwdriver, flat head denotes the style of the screw head not what drives it.
You can only put 2 wires under a single set screw on the ground or neutral bar IF it is rated for that by the manufacturer. Otherwise it’s a violation. Mixing 2 gauges under 1 set screw is generally a bad idea as the larger gauge can cause a loose connection on the smaller gauge wire. Splice and tail generally better. You can absolutely do that.
I truly enjoyed your video and listening to you, you're very talented. See I'm about to do my dryer hook up, and it's been awhile, but it's youtube videos like these that keep me on my toes, and assure me to do my project correctly, thanks a trillion, and much success.
Happy gilmore references, working on live boxes, sexual innuendo and bar stool ladder. You have all the elements! I find you to be very likeable and this was a helpful video. Ty!
Screw in your hand. Good video, nice comedic value plugged in accidentally. We could be friends. Keep up the good work and the nice look and organized panel. Thoughts are always a pleasure to inspect and unfortunately rare to find.
Yep. I’m a general contractor who does every single thing we can in house (aka I do it all and if I can’t I don’t want the job) and electrical is without a doubt the easiest trade in every category. People are afraid and stupid.
Oh hey yeah, I agree with your wife. I like the round "D" breakers better too and it's crazy how much cheaper a stripper is at home depot than at the bar. WOW unbelievable
You can use power drill for terminals . Just have to know how to correctly use the features of said tool like the clutch . Set it to the correct setting
Very nice. I learned a lot from this. But, I really hate to complain, but would it be so much trouble to wear a jacket and turn the heater off so the sound would be better? At least you have the mic close to you so the sound is not lost. So many TH-camrs position the camera with built in mic 10 feet away so it sounds like they're talking through a tunnel. By all means keep doing these. Rick.
Good video. I have a 3 car garage/ man cave fully insulated, ceilings too and even the garage doors. Garage is about 660 sq ft with 8ft celing hight. The lowest tempature during Christmas will be 37 degrees farenhight. My questions is if I install a 5000-7000w electric heater, I have to installed a 240v outlet too right or it can be just hardwired?? Eventually I will buy a minisplit system and be getting rid of the electric heater. Will I be able to use the 240v outlet previously installed for electric heater when I install mini split in future?? Also we will be getting an electric car down the road so I will need a 240v outlet to charge car so what will be the correct pathway for my projects, install a 240v right now for electric heater so I have heater in man cave before Christmas or maybe just use propane heater just for that day🙄 until I figure out what minisplit system to buy?? Sorry for all the questions
I have a tricky multiple choice question, hopefully someone can with more knowledge can help me out A White/grey wire in a feeder circuit ________: A)Be bonded or have a circuit breaker B)Is the largest wire in that circuit C)Should not have a voltage to ground My notes: On the main panel, neutral is connected to the bar that is BONDED with the panel, the green grounding wire is also connected to the same bar. (so does that mean the answer is A?) In the sub panel, the neutral wire is connected to the neutral bar which is ISOLATED from the metal box with plastic between them, the Green grounding wire is separated and is connected to its own bar that is bonded to the sub panel box. In the circuit that this question applies to, --------- “The neutral wire is going to be sized larger than the Green grounding wire” (But that doesn’t mean it’s the LARGEST in the circuit right? Because the two hot wire could be the same size) --------"The neutral should have no potential difference(voltage) to the ground" (does that mean the answer is C?)
When you flipped the plug because it was upside down, does it matter where you have the ground neutral?, Thought the neutral was on the bottom red and black up on top. 2) what are the bare copper wires showing in the breaker box, upper left corner?
Lmao, I was telling myself I woulda removed the windchimes after the first bump into, but you took longer and was thinking "I wonder if he is ever gonna move the windchimes......probably not.". Then later, you took it off and tossed it lol.
From the sould of your laugh I dont think you gave yourself enough credit for your joke I had to pause to laugh at your fit your square D in the box joke. That was funny.
I have 240 electric going to a machine. Motor keeps tripping, not service panel breaker but at the overload at the motor. I'm checking shorts, ground etc. I have 240 going to this motor. Its the right motor. I wanted to know if these readings were good as I tested the 3 legs at the disconnect at my machine. Between each pair of wires I get 237 V. I did another test. Ground to each of these also y white wire I got 158 Black wire I get 134 Red wire is 122 Is this OK? Also, how can you tell which legs are L1, L2, and L3? Which wire is neutral?
10AWG is fun! Pull a couple hunnerd feet and see how it stuffs in a box. Like bending rebar! Where's your GFCI's? My inspector would have a fit. They would all have to be replaced since you were in the panel.
I have to admit, i have screwed with live 120 a lot from being too lazy to power down. I can say from personal experience to NEVER do it if you are sweaty (even barely moist) and grounded. Then 60 hz really does hurt vs. being an uncomfortable jolt like when touching wire "normally" dry. You might even feel sick for a half hour not to mention like feeling someone just punched pretty hard you where you contacted the wire. At LEAST wear some kind of insulating gloves. Even the cheap $3 neoprene coated gloves help a lot, not to mention protecting from cuts. All wire under 7 feet high needs to be protected either with a chase, flex, or conduit. How much conduit drop you can use with non nonconduit wire depends on local code.
The wife and I were making bets as to when the windchimes were going to go flying across the garage....lol. GREAT video bud....this isn't nearly as hard as I was making it. Thanks for taking the time. Although, my stupid question of the day would be..."why wouldn't you attach the wires to the new breaker, then snap the breaker in"?? Just curios.
Two reasons. First, It’s harder to get the install angle on the breaker with the wires already connected (much more difficult with 6 or 4 gauge wires) ;secondly, if you have any kind of short between the two wires (downstream), it’s better to find that out with the breaker already “installed” and with a firm grip. Less surprises, drops, sparks and high-pitched screams that way, lol. Other than that, there’s no other reason, especially with low gauge wires.
Man the hardest part was trying to find the parts Order the 50a breaker from eBay dp-4075 The wire from offer up great price 10/2 Plug-in receptacle some website 3 prong 240v Home Depot for the cover and the conduit Nobody had it all in one place
Great step by step 👍. But just to avoid confusion, this is not two phase power. 120 and 240 are both a single phase, 240 is just twice the voltage. A 120 circuit, one hot leg to neutral, is kind of like a center tap on a transformer in that it gives half the total voltage.
You use black for live and white for neutral there right? Here it's brown for live and blue for neutral. In older houses it might be red for live and black for neutral.
Yes in North America we use black or red for live and white for neutral (red is commonly seen in 240 volt circuits). In the video, though, he used white as a live wire and if you use white as a live wire it needs to be marked as such (usually by a piece of black electrical tape). The same applies when using black or red as a neutral.
Just watched this video. One question I noticed after the time lapse near the end you had changed the location of the white phase wire. Was there a reason for this or just neater routing in the box. Good video thanks.
Hi. For the 10/2 wiring running across the top of the garage door (on the frame)...it didn't need to be in conduit of some sort? Just me asking because I need to run a 220 to a garage heater. Thanks in advance.
Safety first-live circuit-no metal jewelry etc. use your Klein wire stripper to cut your wire insulation instead of your knife for better safe removal. Also using a knife to open the bundle can be an insulated wire fault in the box. Safety - First.
Would this work if plugged into 2 separate 12v dc to 120v ac power inverters. 12v solar battery bank to 2 separate 120v power inverter, going into a Panel. 120v on each terminal. Neutral bar tied to ground in panel? Ground tied to copper rod going into earth. I know the panel could provide 120v to single breakers, but could it handle a double pole breaker at 240? Assuming I had a large enough battery bank and power inverters size to handle the load. The two 120v power inverter running of same battery bank.
I imagine it would though I've never tried it to be positive. In theory I cannot think of a reason why it wouldn't work though I would separate the neutral buss from the actual ground since the inverters won't have a true ground themselves. Be safe and let me know if you decide to try it!
@@Trialnerror I wasn't planning on doing it.. just wondering if it would work. After talking another user. They pointed out that the inverters would have to be in sync with eachother. Since there is no provision for that you could end up damaging 1 or both the inverters. Oh well I was onto somthing for a min.
Hey guys what if the new 30A breaker doesn’t fit in the old box? Do you just get two 30 breaker that are the same type as the old breakers and run the two hots to each? Thanks for any advice
White wire has three Names: Neutral, Grounded Conductor, and Identified Conductor. Neutral white or grey always. The only thing I saw that needed to be done was re-identify the white as a phase wire by taping it Black or red.
When you do your next video can you also where protective, close fitting gloves just in case your hands accidentally completes a circuit when your illustrating an issue. I'm in no way certified as an electrician...so as a precaution, when I power off the main breakers ,I treat every wire as live and check with a voltmeter or non-contact voltage induction tester...thanks!
Concerning attention to detail, I can see your concern, as I don't know if you would know " where ", to " wear ", protective clothing ! Shocking, I know ! Just Say'n ! 😊👍
Gentleman, HOW WOULD YOU LIKE YOUR OWN PERSONAL STRIPPER? :) Klein makes the best IMO and here's a link to the same ones seen in this video: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00080DPNQ/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=trialnerror-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B00080DPNQ&linkId=264f8a16e5a1b6edc79671f51ab0b84f
Yes, Klein strippers are my favorite also. HFT has simular cheap ones that are not bad also.
The new harbor freight Doyle pliers are honestly just as good as Klein. Seriously. Their old pliers are only good for use as a paper weight but the doyles are the real deal. The doyle needle nose pliers are the best needle nose ive ever had. Worth checking out. Never tried the stripper though, always just use my knife
this guy is obviously a father, his dad jokes are on point...
For all the first timers, if you decide to do it live make sure the breaker is in the off position before putting a screwdriver on it. I recommend an insulated screwdriver. Its safer to do it with a dead box tho. specially if its a subpanel and doesn't effect the house when shutting it off. good luck and be safe.
Great video, the only comment I have is if you using 10/2 etc. for 220V you should put either black or red tape or heat shrink on both ends of the white wire so if someone other than you will know it’s not being used as a neutral. Not a problem to figure out at the breaker, but on the other end it could be. I found that out when we remodeled my house and a jack leg electrician wired a 110V outlet for the microwave, didn’t check voltage and burned up my microwave.
Can a 240v actually be done with 10/2? I was always told NFPAs required 10/3?
Protect your wires!!! Do not strip the full length with your utility knife as shown in this video, as you may cut into the insulation. The proper technique is to cut the outer layer at the last 2 or 3 inches. Then grasp the wires in one hand and with other hand pull the outer layer back. It will spilt very easily back to where you want it to be removed. Thus you protect the wire insulation and if you nicked the last 2 or 3 inches, it will likely not be used since you pull some extra to make sure you have enough. The added benefit is you are less likely to cut yourself since it is a much shorter cut.
The wind chime was more relaxing than the polka music😱😂😂😂
good video man, your humor cracks me up, you must be a Vet
Gave a like just for the fight with the wind chime
Honestly, it's only purpose is to annoy. Horrible invention.
same lol
New garage toy sounds like a plasma cutter. (220v & sparks fly). Great video, never tried adding a breaker before, nice to know how.
live box.....flopping that bare wire around next to the live wires, cutting away right next to the live wires......you a brave man.
I prefer the term "stupid" but thank you. ;)
My boss just gave me the shop's old cabinet Grizzly table saw because we just got 2 brand new SawStop table saws, and after watching this video, I have learned that I am definitely a carpenter and NOT an electrician, so I will be calling one to do the electrical work required. 🤣
After many videos and so many electrical options at Lowe's/Home Depot, I am going to play it safe. I would really rather not burn my house down.
Well, well, well, Utube to the rescue. I've been wanting 220 in my barn to run my mig welder. I watched this vid a couple times and it seemed easy enough. So, I went and got the materials and ran the power over to where it was. It worked! Thanks...
@@Trialnerror Oh, you are welcome. I don't have a very firm grip on electricity. I just don't understand it. Your video was easy to follow and it worked. It makes a huge difference in the performance of my MIG welder. Again, thank you...
@@harlannorris6035 There are easy booklets that explain most of what needs to be known to do wiring, and the most important thing is keeping in mind a few things such as it only hurts the wallet to use larger wire to make a connection. Motors and welders draw more current initially that make using a larger wire a good idea as it is less likely to be a problem with overheating. I personally do not like romex or NM cable, as mice and chew it, and it is exposed to the wood. I like flex and conduit... personal preference.
@@Paul-gz5dp Right., well, what I did was I ran 10 ga wire 50' to the plug. That is on a 30 amp breaker. An electrician I know said I'm protecting my wire. I have a Millermatic 211. An older one that I used to run on a 115 v 20 amp circuit. It worked ok, but for say anything 1/8" and above, it really wasn't enough. However, it never tripped the breaker even then. I did run romex even though I have all the 115 wiring in conduit. We'll see what happens with that, I suppose.
@@harlannorris6035 That is more than enough for that unit. Only other things that you might want to get is an Argon tank and regulator. Then you can get some really good welds.
@@Paul-gz5dp Ha, well, my main issue now is not the gas. It's my vision. I'm 67 and I just don't see as well as I once did, A cheater or glasses help, but, nothing beats young eyes. I have thought about pure argon. C25 though is not cheap at about 60.00 a bottle. Argon is more.
You’ve earned a like for that first joke
What do I need to do to get a subscribe? I can tap dance if needed ;) Thanks for watching homie!
Thankyou sir. Nice refresher for upcoming dryer ckt.
Edit ps, I'm a central office installer, I use nothing but Klein tools.
Great video but cutting your Romex with a razor blade as deep as you did is a good way to cause issues if you knick the shielding! Safest way is to use the ground wire as a pull string or just score the outer shielding but great video
sure nothing like adding extra stress to a safety measure 🤦♀️
A major DIYer here, and I like knowing details of my projects, and I'm engineer-minded to boot. About to install a 30 amp breaker for a window AC/heat unit, myself, since my husband limited gray matter, basically has the brain cells of an adolescent.
I've learned my way around basic home wiring projects, thru videos like your's, which is very well made! The sexual inuindos are kinda off-putting, but whatever, your video quality is excellent. With your help I get to seriously compete with one of my three marine sons, who is also an aerospace engineer. In the past year I've learned how to install ceiling fans/light fixtures (where none existed), run wire and install new outlets/switches. The attic is a place from hell, literally.
Thank you so much for this video!!!
Best TH-cam video on how to do electrical & lord have mercy this guy was funny! We need more! Thank you sir!
Thank you for showing your steps and all the materials you needed!
Dude... If I were to make a video like this... I am 100% sure it would be identical to this one. Thank you Uncle TH-cam. I would have killed the power to the sub panel tho.
Thank you for putting the ground up on the recpt. Too many people put the ground down.
Good video! One thing I would do, on the receptacle, is bend the wire around the hook clockwise and secure it. It is less likely to come lose when handling the box.
It is a pressure connector on a twist lock receptacle. You don't bend the wire around the screw.
I would recommend a double duplex box for a 220 outlet, since the wire is thicker the small boxes are a real pain in the ass for compressing everything in there. You can get a cover plate that secures the outlet right in the center of it, using the double box for a single outlet as such.
Don't forget your anti-short bushing on the sub panel! Too late I guess but you can always go back and add it.
@@Trialnerror No problem. I found out that you need a "mud ring". With a mud ring you can either install two receptacles/switches or only one on a two-gang box. The mud rings also have varying depths from flat to 5/8" I believe! Just bought one for a project the other day.
You received a slap on the like button for that square D joke 😂😂😂
Give her the square D!
My wallet has an extra $1,100 from adding two 240volt outlets and 60amp breaker myself!! Beautiful.. 👍
On #10 wire? Lol
Two 60 amps, mans running a mini house
Nov 2022, it's now more like $1,900 for ONE, or $2,200 for one with a GFI, so I declined their services, and here I am.
With your help, i have garaged. Yay 220
Loved the Happy Gilmore reference at 11:45. Had me dying for a second there. Lol
"Wife doesn't like the square D, she prefers the round ones" ... I had to back up and replay like did I just hear what I thought I heard? 😂
You did :) Thanks for watching!
You hangin' out with AvE?
@@JasonSipe16 lol I was thinking the same thing.
Nothin better than a clean box 👌🏽
Just a tip....., or two! A pair of gloves would be lovely when working in a live box! Safety glasses are a plus! Long sleeves not a bad choice! Lots of copper flopping around those live terminals! How about cutting power if possible to put safety at a premium? And one last, stress the dangers of that ground wire making contact with a live terminal! The arc flash is devastating! It will most definitely reduce the sexual innuendos or the frequency of encounters! Molten metal doesn't do much for the complexion!
Fuck man if you want to see it done your way then make your own video. Otherwise shit up and watch.
1,100 electricians disliked your video
are you sure your not a plumber with all those dirty jokes lol
I wanna thank you for the video.... I just ran 240 to my new 60 gallon air compressor...it was simple and took about an hour
Awesome sense of humor
Flat head really should have been outlawed after we went to moon..
The Real Schuyler Martin - so, what I think you meant to say was a slotted screwdriver, flat head denotes the style of the screw head not what drives it.
@@tomsdreamshopworx Flathead Ford motors were the best! lol! Good video!
Phillip also. "Screw" him. Torx guy needs a noble peace prize
Can we all agree that the Robinson is trash?
The Real Schuyler Martin who went to the moon?
Everyone likes a clean box! 😆 Good video. Thank you sir
You got that right!
Great demo. I'm a little iffy on what kind of barstool to stand on though.
4 leg. The 3 leg ones are dangerous ;)
So your putting in a 220, 221 whatever it takes circuit!! Sorry but Mr Mom movie flashback lol 😅😅😅
Great great video BTW
Thanks for this. I have recently bought my first home and want to run an outlet to power my salamander heater and maybe a welder in the future.
Congrat's on the new house (sorry just seeing this a year later so it's not that new lol).
You can only put 2 wires under a single set screw on the ground or neutral bar IF it is rated for that by the manufacturer. Otherwise it’s a violation. Mixing 2 gauges under 1 set screw is generally a bad idea as the larger gauge can cause a loose connection on the smaller gauge wire. Splice and tail generally better. You can absolutely do that.
This guy cracks me tf up😅
I truly enjoyed your video and listening to you, you're very talented. See I'm about to do my dryer hook up, and it's been awhile, but it's youtube videos like these that keep me on my toes, and assure me to do my project correctly, thanks a trillion, and much success.
Happy gilmore references, working on live boxes, sexual innuendo and bar stool ladder. You have all the elements! I find you to be very likeable and this was a helpful video. Ty!
Great video. The intro music through me off and made me think I was watching a wattles video (minecraft channel my nephew watches 😂😂)
I admire your choice in quality music at 9:15
Screw in your hand. Good video, nice comedic value plugged in accidentally. We could be friends. Keep up the good work and the nice look and organized panel. Thoughts are always a pleasure to inspect and unfortunately rare to find.
Thanks Tim! Have a great day my new friend.
The 363 thumbs down are the electricians that see that $400 they didn’t get! Ha ha!
🤣🤣🤣
i don"t need you money to survive
wheelstandr I agree lol
Yep. I’m a general contractor who does every single thing we can in house (aka I do it all and if I can’t I don’t want the job) and electrical is without a doubt the easiest trade in every category. People are afraid and stupid.
Best Intro I have ever seen!!! Great sponsor by the way!!!
Thanks! 😃
You sold me with the intro
Oh hey yeah, I agree with your wife. I like the round "D" breakers better too and it's crazy how much cheaper a stripper is at home depot than at the bar. WOW unbelievable
You can use power drill for terminals . Just have to know how to correctly use the features of said tool like the clutch . Set it to the correct setting
Subscribed, just for the Square-D joke! Top shelf!
Bottom shelf humor for a top shelf audience!
Subscribed. Thanks for doing DIY videos for the rest of us that are actually interesting to watch.
Very nice. I learned a lot from this. But, I really hate to complain, but would it be so much trouble to wear a jacket and turn the heater off so the sound would be better? At least you have the mic close to you so the sound is not lost. So many TH-camrs position the camera with built in mic 10 feet away so it sounds like they're talking through a tunnel. By all means keep doing these. Rick.
Good video. I have a 3 car garage/ man cave fully insulated, ceilings too and even the garage doors. Garage is about 660 sq ft with 8ft celing hight. The lowest tempature during Christmas will be 37 degrees farenhight. My questions is if I install a 5000-7000w electric heater, I have to installed a 240v outlet too right or it can be just hardwired??
Eventually I will buy a minisplit system and be getting rid of the electric heater. Will I be able to use the 240v outlet previously installed for electric heater when I install mini split in future??
Also we will be getting an electric car down the road so I will need a 240v outlet to charge car so what will be the correct pathway for my projects, install a 240v right now for electric heater so I have heater in man cave before Christmas or maybe just use propane heater just for that day🙄 until I figure out what minisplit system to buy??
Sorry for all the questions
I'd just hardwire the electric heater with a 30amp 240v feed. When you upgrade to the minisplit you wont have to change anything!
@@Trialnerror thank u
1:25 oh that's just too funny I'm glad I found this channel,
I have a tricky multiple choice question, hopefully someone can with more knowledge can help me out
A White/grey wire in a feeder circuit ________:
A)Be bonded or have a circuit breaker
B)Is the largest wire in that circuit
C)Should not have a voltage to ground
My notes:
On the main panel, neutral is connected to the bar that is BONDED with the panel, the green grounding wire is also connected to the same bar. (so does that mean the answer is A?)
In the sub panel, the neutral wire is connected to the neutral bar which is ISOLATED from the metal box with plastic between them, the Green grounding wire is separated and is connected to its own bar that is bonded to the sub panel box.
In the circuit that this question applies to,
--------- “The neutral wire is going to be sized larger than the Green grounding wire”
(But that doesn’t mean it’s the LARGEST in the circuit right? Because the two hot wire could be the same size)
--------"The neutral should have no potential difference(voltage) to the ground" (does that mean the answer is C?)
When you flipped the plug because it was upside down, does it matter where you have the ground neutral?, Thought the neutral was on the bottom red and black up on top.
2) what are the bare copper wires showing in the breaker box, upper left corner?
Lmao, I was telling myself I woulda removed the windchimes after the first bump into, but you took longer and was thinking "I wonder if he is ever gonna move the windchimes......probably not.". Then later, you took it off and tossed it lol.
yeah, HMMMM I wonder if that could be used as a psychological test of some sort. Like maybe it would fit into anger management somehow!
I knew I clicked on the right video when you made the square d joke.
From the sould of your laugh I dont think you gave yourself enough credit for your joke I had to pause to laugh at your fit your square D in the box joke. That was funny.
Thanks man, I'm glad it got a laugh out of you! Thanks very much for watching!
That square d line caught me off guard and had me laughing!!
I have 240 electric going to a machine. Motor keeps tripping, not service panel breaker but at the overload at the motor. I'm checking shorts, ground etc.
I have 240 going to this motor. Its the right motor.
I wanted to know if these readings were good as I tested the 3 legs at the disconnect at my machine.
Between each pair of wires I get 237 V.
I did another test.
Ground to each of these also y
white wire I got 158
Black wire I get 134
Red wire is 122
Is this OK?
Also, how can you tell which legs are L1, L2, and L3? Which wire is neutral?
"Screwin' ur hand!" 😂 Dying over here! Thanks for the video!
10AWG is fun! Pull a couple hunnerd feet and see how it stuffs in a box. Like bending rebar! Where's your GFCI's? My inspector would have a fit. They would all have to be replaced since you were in the panel.
@@Trialnerror GFCI are only required in garages for 110v 15 and 20 amp outlets. They are not required for 220v.
I have to admit, i have screwed with live 120 a lot from being too lazy to power down. I can say from personal experience to NEVER do it if you are sweaty (even barely moist) and grounded. Then 60 hz really does hurt vs. being an uncomfortable jolt like when touching wire "normally" dry. You might even feel sick for a half hour not to mention like feeling someone just punched pretty hard you where you contacted the wire. At LEAST wear some kind of insulating gloves. Even the cheap $3 neoprene coated gloves help a lot, not to mention protecting from cuts.
All wire under 7 feet high needs to be protected either with a chase, flex, or conduit. How much conduit drop you can use with non nonconduit wire depends on local code.
The wife and I were making bets as to when the windchimes were going to go flying across the garage....lol. GREAT video bud....this isn't nearly as hard as I was making it. Thanks for taking the time. Although, my stupid question of the day would be..."why wouldn't you attach the wires to the new breaker, then snap the breaker in"?? Just curios.
To answer your question, not sure TBH. Just always done it that way. Thanks for the kind words and for watching!
Two reasons. First, It’s harder to get the install angle on the breaker with the wires already connected (much more difficult with 6 or 4 gauge wires) ;secondly, if you have any kind of short between the two wires (downstream), it’s better to find that out with the breaker already “installed” and with a firm grip. Less surprises, drops, sparks and high-pitched screams that way, lol. Other than that, there’s no other reason, especially with low gauge wires.
The line soldier in me loves the combo of knowledge and gutter humor. Thanks for the video.
Lol ur awesome!! Thanks for the video !! Saved me some moneyyyyyssss
square D in the box! legend!
Man the hardest part was trying to find the parts
Order the 50a breaker from eBay dp-4075
The wire from offer up great price 10/2
Plug-in receptacle some website 3 prong 240v
Home Depot for the cover and the conduit
Nobody had it all in one place
... now u know why electricians double charge ya
1:28 🤣 Wife doesn’t like a square “D” lol
Great step by step 👍. But just to avoid confusion, this is not two phase power. 120 and 240 are both a single phase, 240 is just twice the voltage. A 120 circuit, one hot leg to neutral, is kind of like a center tap on a transformer in that it gives half the total voltage.
You use black for live and white for neutral there right? Here it's brown for live and blue for neutral. In older houses it might be red for live and black for neutral.
Thanks for clarifying that, it was bugging me to.
Yes in North America we use black or red for live and white for neutral (red is commonly seen in 240 volt circuits). In the video, though, he used white as a live wire and if you use white as a live wire it needs to be marked as such (usually by a piece of black electrical tape). The same applies when using black or red as a neutral.
The only two phase I ever seen was jump rope double dutch.
One leg of 480 wye or delta. One leg of 240??????
Thanks for showing us your box
you and AvE would get along amazingly
🤦🏻♂️😂 thank you for a good laugh and an educated video lol
Thanks very much for watching!
This made my day the wind-chimes😂
Just watched this video. One question I noticed after the time lapse near the end you had changed the location of the white phase wire. Was there a reason for this or just neater routing in the box. Good video thanks.
Does it make a difference which side I put in the white and black wire?
Nope, they can go either way.
Can You connect neutral wire 120 bus bar live but the breaker off its ok not the main
Hi. For the 10/2 wiring running across the top of the garage door (on the frame)...it didn't need to be in conduit of some sort? Just me asking because I need to run a 220 to a garage heater. Thanks in advance.
Safety first-live circuit-no metal jewelry etc. use your Klein wire stripper to cut your wire insulation instead of your knife for better safe removal. Also using a knife to open the bundle can be an insulated wire fault in the box. Safety - First.
The wife doesn't like the square D hahaha awesome
"My wife doesn't like the square D" 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Would this work if plugged into 2 separate 12v dc to 120v ac power inverters.
12v solar battery bank to 2 separate 120v power inverter, going into a Panel. 120v on each terminal. Neutral bar tied to ground in panel? Ground tied to copper rod going into earth.
I know the panel could provide 120v to single breakers, but could it handle a double pole breaker at 240? Assuming I had a large enough battery bank and power inverters size to handle the load.
The two 120v power inverter running of same battery bank.
I imagine it would though I've never tried it to be positive. In theory I cannot think of a reason why it wouldn't work though I would separate the neutral buss from the actual ground since the inverters won't have a true ground themselves. Be safe and let me know if you decide to try it!
@@Trialnerror I wasn't planning on doing it.. just wondering if it would work. After talking another user. They pointed out that the inverters would have to be in sync with eachother. Since there is no provision for that you could end up damaging 1 or both the inverters. Oh well I was onto somthing for a min.
Use black tape on white conductor when you use it as current carry conductor( as hot conductor)🤔
Finally, if it was inspected it would fail as you need to secure the cable within 12 inches of the box.
the circuit breaker and the outlet are both regular once? not a gfci/afci?
thanks this was very helpful for me
Glad to hear that!
Hey guys what if the new 30A breaker doesn’t fit in the old box? Do you just get two 30 breaker that are the same type as the old breakers and run the two hots to each? Thanks for any advice
Where you separate the men from the boys is doing it with walls and/or ceiling
Dude !!!! Your box is sooooo clean....
And that square D fit nice and tight in your box too....
Watched this because I'm wiring a 220v ac power generator to it. I'll be running about 3300W through it, so a 30A breaker will do just fine.
"Wife doesnt like the square D. Prefers the round ones"
Sub freaking scribed.
LMAO, welcome aboard brother!
White wire has three Names: Neutral, Grounded Conductor, and Identified Conductor. Neutral white or grey always. The only thing I saw that needed to be done was re-identify the white as a phase wire by taping it Black or red.
Happy Gilmore reference 😆
When you do your next video can you also where protective, close fitting gloves just in case your hands accidentally completes a circuit when your illustrating an issue. I'm in no way certified as an electrician...so as a precaution, when I power off the main breakers ,I treat every wire as live and check with a voltmeter or non-contact voltage induction tester...thanks!
Concerning attention to detail,
I can see your concern, as I don't know if you would know " where ", to " wear ", protective clothing !
Shocking, I know !
Just Say'n !
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You’re telling him what he can and can’t do in HIS own video?
Your voice sounds like Nicolas Cage. Nice job insulating that one spot beneath the panel.
Thumbs up for the square D joke 😂
Notice you used solid wire any benefits versus stranded wire???
Likes to keep his box clean, had himself cracking up lol