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Precautions for Aluminum Wire
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Aluminum oxidizes quickly when exposed to the atmosphere. An oxidized layer is a poor conductor
that could lead to thermal issues, production loss, or damage to the De-Combiner.
When using aluminum conductors on the AC or DC side of the ACS-500, follow these steps to prepare
the conductors.
1.
Prepare one wire at a time.
2.
Remove the appropriate insulation from the wire.
3.
Using a wire brush, remove the oxidized outer layer from the aluminum conductors.
4.
Immediately apply a neutral dielectric grease, such as Ideal NOALOX
®
anti-oxidant
compound, and connect the aluminum cable to the terminal.
5.
If the connection is not made within 30 seconds of applying the compound, repeat this
process, as an oxidized layer may have formed on the conductor.
