Thanks for watching, write your comments! What currents or loads do you use the Wago with? In what situations have you experienced overheating? It’s interesting to know how much the temperatures will rise in a closed box?
So only at the full 32 Amps there is a meaningful difference in temperature. ~60c vs. ~70c. In the field one would never use 2,5mm² for a 32 Amp circuit, 4mm² minimum and if its a long cable run 6mm². So I recon with a 4mm² the Wago would not go anywhere above 50c. 2,5mm² is our standard cable for load circuits up to 16 Amps. 1,5mm² we only use for lighting circuits. This way we can keep voltage drop to a minimum and accomodate suboptimal installation of the cable in places where it cannot dissipate heat very well like inside an insulated wall.
Thank you for the detailed comment! Overall, I share a similar opinion regarding cables. However, in household electrical systems, the wiring often has a large safety margin. For example, 1.5mm² cables can be used for some socket circuits with the appropriate circuit breakers. By the phrase "insulated wall," do you mean concealed wiring in general, or specifically in walls with insulating materials? How do you typically perform such an installation?
Another awsome video, as always! These should truly be used in schools. I have an idea for an interesting topic: comparing the heat generated in solid versus stranded wires, and perhaps exploring the impact of using a wire cramp versus not using one. It could make for a fascinating video!
On paper the difference is there but minimal. But how it's going to be in practice, well there's only one way to find out. With a test. :)@@ElectroTest_1
I love your videos! I'm curious how much of the heating is due to the Wago and how much is due to the cable. There's not much difference between the Wago and the cable, the cable could actually be the one heating the Wago, and the difference in temperature could be explained by a different heat dissipation capacity inside the Wago
Thanks for watching, write your comments!
What currents or loads do you use the Wago with?
In what situations have you experienced overheating?
It’s interesting to know how much the temperatures will rise in a closed box?
So only at the full 32 Amps there is a meaningful difference in temperature. ~60c vs. ~70c.
In the field one would never use 2,5mm² for a 32 Amp circuit, 4mm² minimum and if its a long cable run 6mm². So I recon with a 4mm² the Wago would not go anywhere above 50c.
2,5mm² is our standard cable for load circuits up to 16 Amps.
1,5mm² we only use for lighting circuits.
This way we can keep voltage drop to a minimum and accomodate suboptimal installation of the cable in places where it cannot dissipate heat very well like inside an insulated wall.
Thank you for the detailed comment! Overall, I share a similar opinion regarding cables. However, in household electrical systems, the wiring often has a large safety margin. For example, 1.5mm² cables can be used for some socket circuits with the appropriate circuit breakers. By the phrase "insulated wall," do you mean concealed wiring in general, or specifically in walls with insulating materials? How do you typically perform such an installation?
Another awsome video, as always! These should truly be used in schools. I have an idea for an interesting topic: comparing the heat generated in solid versus stranded wires, and perhaps exploring the impact of using a wire cramp versus not using one. It could make for a fascinating video!
Thanks for the comment! You gave me some great ideas! Do you think there will be a difference between solid and stranded?
On paper the difference is there but minimal. But how it's going to be in practice, well there's only one way to find out. With a test. :)@@ElectroTest_1
With 32A I would take 4mm² because the wire heats up and in practice with 32A usually even 6mm² is used
Thank you! Yes, with 4mm² the result should be even better! Also, for most lines, you can use 2.5mm² and install a 16-20A circuit breaker.
Good test and nice testboard you have build :)
Thanks a lot! I'm pleased you found the video interesting!
I love your videos! I'm curious how much of the heating is due to the Wago and how much is due to the cable. There's not much difference between the Wago and the cable, the cable could actually be the one heating the Wago, and the difference in temperature could be explained by a different heat dissipation capacity inside the Wago
Thank you for the comment! Great idea! I'll try to do two tests in one video - just a solid wire and the same cut wire with a WAGO connection!