Making electrical grounds
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Making electrical grounds
I've got an odd nagging in my head.
Does it matter what type of metal screw is used for creating a ground location?
I used a self tapping screw which is of some sort of plating or bright material. I just want to be sure it won't cause any limitation in connection.
I, of course, also scored the area and then used Kopr shield once the ground wire was secured. This all being to the frame.
Does it matter what type of metal screw is used for creating a ground location?
I used a self tapping screw which is of some sort of plating or bright material. I just want to be sure it won't cause any limitation in connection.
I, of course, also scored the area and then used Kopr shield once the ground wire was secured. This all being to the frame.
Last edited by Tusc; Jul 30, 2017 at 09:53 AM.
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The dissimilar metals shouldn't corrode unless moisture can get into the connection.
I would have smeared the wire end, any washer to be used and the screw for the connection thoroughly before assembling them and then attached the assembled connection to the frame, but if it is well sealed with the Kopr Shield, it should be fine.
I would have smeared the wire end, any washer to be used and the screw for the connection thoroughly before assembling them and then attached the assembled connection to the frame, but if it is well sealed with the Kopr Shield, it should be fine.
