Understanding how energy is consumed in your home can help you manage usage and lower costs. Heating and cooling take the largest share, accounting for 46% of energy use. To reduce this, se...
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What Uses the Most Electricity in a Home?posted in General Electric Chat
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The Rise of Solar Power in 2024posted in Industry related news
According to Reuters, in 2024 US solar installations hit quarterly record, making up 75% of new power added. At NNC we can provide of large-quantity large cable orders for solar projects. We can su...
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Question: how many amps is a standard outlet?posted in Ask our Sales Team
Totally! For example, the amperages of a standard electrical outlet in the USA and Canada are between 15 amps and 20 amps and operate on 120 volts. In the UK, standard outlets are usually rated at ...
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Tips to Save Electricity During the Holidaysposted in General Electric Chat
It's no surprise that the holiday season brings celebrations, plenty of decorations, and also increased electricity bills due to festive lighting and appliances running over time. Therefore, we wou...
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Does cable shape matter?posted in General Electric Chat
Hello Annie!UL 62 doesn’t specifically require cables to be perfectly circular, so a slightly oval shape on an 18/5 SEOW cable should be fine as long as it meets all performance and safety st...
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Connectionsposted in General Electric Chat
Hello Dan! Nice question. You can use 125 feet of 2-2-2-4 mobile home feeder cable to install a 50-amp RV plug! The cable’s ampacity (it’s rated for 100 amps) is more than enough...
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Featured products: 4-4-4-6 ALUMINUM SER CABLEposted in All about Products
The 4-4-4-6 SER (Service Entrance) Cable is a versatile, cost-effective solution for power distribution in residential, commercial, and industrial environments. With three 4 AWG stranded al...
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4-4-4-6 Copper SER Service Entrance Cableposted in All about Products
Today our Featured Product is the 4-4-4-6 Copper SER Service Entrance Cable. Let's find out more about it! The 4-4-4-6 refers to the size of the conductors (4 AWG) and the bare grounding conductor...
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What to do in a case of wire fire?posted in Guides and How to's
Have you ever thought about what to do in a situation of wire fire? Follow these tips:
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6-6-6-6 ALUMINUM SER CABLEposted in All about Products
Today our Featured Product is the 6-6-6-6 ALUMINUM SER CABLE. Aluminum service entrance cable is mainly used in branch circuits and panel feeders. The voltage rating for this electrical cable is 6...
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Best cables for CCTVposted in All about Products
Hello. An HDMI over Cat5e/6 extender like the KVM Console Extender allows you to leverage the prewired Cat5e wire to extend the HDMI signal. This works well for distances up to 100 feet or more, an...
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What solar panel to buy in summertime?posted in Guides and How to's
Hello, at NNC we offer a wide portfolio of solar brands that can fit your necessities. A cost-saving alternative would be to buy a portable solar panel or solar charger. So here are our top brand r...
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Wires for 3D printersposted in Ask our Sales Team
Hello. That’s an excellent question. You can look for precision wire strippers that can be used for small gauge wires like 30AWG. These hand-held tools provide more control and precision comp...
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Coaxial cables: types and applicationsposted in All about Products
Also, Our top choice for daily use would be the RG-6 cable because it is suitable for most household applications. The main brand recommendation would be the Belden RG6 coax cable.
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Can we use spray foam around electrical wires?posted in General Electric Chat
Unless designed for electrical use, we do not recommend using general spray foam because it can trap heat generated by the wires, leading to insulation degradation and fire hazards. Read our ultima...
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Question: two different gauge wires can be spliced together?posted in Ask our Sales Team
This practice is not NEC-approved, and, although some people splice different wire gauges, it's generally not recommended due to potential ampacity issues and safety concerns. For safe and r...
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Solar Power: Myths and Truthsposted in General Electric Chat
Solar panels have emerged as a prominent solution for harnessing renewable energy and reducing reliance on traditional power sources. However, a number of misconceptions persist regarding their eff...
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Top signs of faulty wiring in a house. What can be done about it without calling an electrician every time?posted in Guides and How to's
Faulty wiring can pose a significant risk, and, may lead to fires, electrical shocks, and equipment damage. This guide will equip you to identify the top signs of potential wiring issues in your re...
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What is the difference between a cable and a busbar?posted in All about Products
Cables and Busbars are both used for electrical conduction, but there are some significant differences between them and we wanted to share a few tips about them: A cable is a flexible insulated co...
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Coaxial cables: types and applicationsposted in All about Products
There are different types of coaxial cables, including RG-6 for cable TV and broadband, RG-59 for video applications, RG-11 for long-distance transmission, RG-8 for ham radio, and LMR cables for mi...
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