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If a switch has both screw terminals and holes does it matter which you put the wire in?
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∙ 16y ago
generally the holes on the back of the switch are more convienient to use, but there are two types of holes. one type is for solid copper wire only and it will be stated on the switch. the solid wire is inserted into the hole and cannot be easily pulled out because of an internal clamping mechanism. the other allows either stranded or solid wire to be inserted into the hole, and then a screw on the side of the switch is tightened down to secure the wire in place. terminals can be used anytime, just be certain to wind the wire clockwise around the terminal so that the wire doesnt "back out" as you tighten the terminal screw. in either case be certain to strip off only the correct amount of insulation.
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