“The aluminum magnet wire division manufactures super enameled round and rectangular copper wires confirming to various IEC 60317 and IEC 60851 series specifications. Extremely rigorous and systematic testing procedures are routinely followed to ensure ex...

The aluminum magnet wire is a controversial subject in the real estate world. I often have clients ask questions like, “Is aluminum wiring safe?” or “Does it need to be replaced?”. My short answer is yes it is safe, and no it does not need to be replaced....

The aluminum winding wire is better in electrical distribution and transmission. However, typical household wiring devices (GFCI, receptacle outlets, light switches, etc.) are not rated for aluminum wire. As a result, an aluminum wired house is more at ri...

During the 1970’s, aluminum winding wire became quite popular and was extensively used. Since that time, aluminum wiring has been implicated in a number of house fires, and most jurisdictJions no longer permit it in new installations.

　　To avoid electrochemical corrosion of aluminum magnet wire, the methods used include electroplating and copper-colored quick-drying paint.

　　Electroplating method: refers to plating a layer of copper on the joints of ECCA wire, but it is a waste of t...

If you're relatively certain that your home has residential aluminum winding wire, don't panic. Unless you see your electrical outlet smoking, or you've noticed the signs of other overheating problems, there's plenty of time to start fixing the issue.

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Many homeowners and home buyers tend to overreact when I tell them I found aluminum magnet wire in their home during the home inspection. They have this preconceived notion that the electrical system is not safe and the home is therefore dangerous. So I t...

The demands placed on residential electrical systems are higher than they were only ten years ago, and significantly higher than thirty years ago. With more appliances and charging stations than ever before plugged into a house’s electrical system, it mak...

Like Copper wiring, aluminum magnet wire has many applications – however, it also has several differences to that of copper. Electrical utilities use aluminum wiring for overhead transmission lines. Aluminum has become more popular for use in commercial f...