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> Copper is used for heavy-gauge electrical wire. For many of these applications, aluminum is much less expensive and arguable superior (it’s lighter and more f
by wnevets 4y ago
> Copper is used for heavy-gauge electrical wire. For many of these applications, aluminum is much less expensive and arguable superior (it’s lighter and more flexible).
For which applications? I've been told to avoid any houses with aluminum wiring because of how dangerous it is.
- lithos 4y agoIt can be used for cabling, though that's going to be industrial connections (like an inch or so in diameter, and connections between 400V equipment). Though those types of connections a practically babysat with inspections every year or two, compared to house wiring which is run once and never think about again. Also not exclusive, internal parts of gear will probably still be copper.