[RE-wrenches] Split bolt

[Ray Walters]

I also quit doing split bolts, after I had one on an array that wasn't 
tightened enough, and it got hot melted the tape.  I found it looking 
for a 3 v drop.
Not only are they hard and time consuming to tape, you can't check them 
later either for voltage or tightness.  I've use both the piercing tap 
connectors as in your situation, or the Polaris type.  I love the 
Polaris type connector as they are easily reversible, and you can check 
voltage through the little crew hole.  They're pricey though, but not 
near the cost of a call back.

R.Ray Walters
CTO, Solarray, Inc
Nabcep Certified PV Installer,
Licensed Master Electrician
Solar Design Engineer
303 505-8760

On 6/25/2014 12:45 PM, Matt Sherald wrote:
> William,
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> We've mostly stopped using split bolts owing to the same trouble you've noted.  Stray wire strands can also be problematic.  I try to use an insulated tap/connector anywhere that a split bolt might have been used in the past.  I think the added expense is well worth it.  I also think that proper torquing of the wire connection is easier on something like an Ilsco ClearTap or similar.
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> Glad all ended well!
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> -Matt
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