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Old 01-08-2017 | 09:32 PM
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Can 14awg extension wire be soldered to 12awg wire?
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Can 14awg extension wire be soldered to 12awg wire?
Yes but it will only carry as much current as 14 awg wire can handle
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True, & you'll have more electrical resistance from the extra solder joints as well(& more resistance makes more heat when running).
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