# How to Make Wire Splices
Making a splice means interweaving two strands. String is spliced for craft projects. Hair is spliced for extensions or a weave. In electrical work, wire is spliced. Because the nature of electrical work is dangerous, wire splices should be taken seriously. Use caution whether you use a wire nut for a simple splice or a compression sleeve for a more permanent bond. A splice can end with a visit to the emergency room or cause a fire, if not done properly.
Things You'll Need
- Wire nut
- Compression sleeve
- Insulation stripper
- Wire cutter
Instructions
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Turn off the breaker supplying electricity to the wire.
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Strip 1 inch of plastic coating, called wire insulation, off the ends of the wires.
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Hold the wires together so the insulated portions and exposed portions are parallel to each other.
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Twist the ends of the exposed wire together one and a half twists.
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Snip 1/2 inch off the end.
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Screw the wire nut onto the twisted wires until it is snug, and cannot be pulled off. For a more permanent splice, fit a compression sleeve over the twisted wire instead of a wire nut and crimp snugly.
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