Is Noalox required by NEC?

Noalox is not code required. It’s just a good idea. I beg to differ.

What is Noalox used for?

Noalox is used for copper to aluminum connections as well as copper to copper.

What is electrical Noalox?

Noalox® Be the first to review this product. Anti-oxidant compound improves efficiency and service life of aluminum electrical applications. Suspended zinc particles penetrate and cut aluminum oxide, while carrier material excludes air to minimize further oxidation.

Does copper wire need antioxidant?

The antioxidant paste, in some applications, is not required. Pigtailing copper to aluminum with solid wire, for instance. The use of 63 and 65 connectors do not require antioxidant paste, because it is not listed to use on the box.

Is Noalox the same as dielectric grease?

Noalox is a product specifically formulated to not only provide corrosion protection but also to improve the electrical connection itself. Unlike dielectric grease or Vaseline, it conducts electricity. It fills the tiny voids between the connectors with and lowers the resistance.

Is Noalox an anti seize?

Brand: Noalox® Series: 30. Lubricant Type: Anti-Seize Lubricant.

Is Noalox grease conductive?

Is Noalox dielectric grease?

Can you connect copper wire to aluminum wire?

The only way considered safe to connect copper and aluminum is through a splice connector. Specifically, you have to connect the wires individually so they are not prone to corrosion. The effectiveness of “pigtailing” using twist-on connectors has been evaluated by CPSC staff.

What is Noalox anti oxidant?

IDEAL Electrical Noalox® Anti-Oxidant is specifically made to improve the service life and efficiency of aluminum electrical connections in commercial or industrial applications. Use Noalox® with pressure-type wire connectors inclusive of split-bolts, lugs, service entrances and taps.

Is antioxidant the same as dielectric?

The two are entirely different items. The antioxidant is to stop oxidation of metal and the dielectric is to stop electron flow.

Is no ox the same as dielectric grease?

NO-OX-ID “GG-2” is a corrosion resistant coating, a dielectric grease that is often used to protect irregular fittings from galvanic corrosion and as a pipe joint thread compound. NO-OX-ID “GG-2” is not a silicone based dielectric grease like many other lubricant compounds of its kind.

What’s the difference between penetrox and noalox?

Penetrox is a paste with zinc particles in it, but they offer 4 types. Noalox is a similar product. The manufacturers lists the application as being for aluminum to aluminum, aluminum to copper connections. Penetrox also has a copper only product. Almost all the Noalox product information is pertaining to aluminum connections.

Are there any similar products to penetrox?

Noalox is a similar product. The manufacturers lists the application as being for aluminum to aluminum, aluminum to copper connections. Penetrox also has a copper only product. Almost all the Noalox product information is pertaining to aluminum connections. Should I use is at all? Is there a better product? Will this product add resistance?

Why do you put noalox on aluminum wire?

The idea is to coat the aluminum with NoALox which is basically a grease. Then the grease covered wire is brushed with a wire brush to remove the oxide. The grease prevents the contact with oxygen thus providing a good electrical contact. [The pun was unavoidable.]

Can you use ox-Gard and penetrox with aczp?

ALL of these metals are compatible with and will benefit from the long-term protection ACZP formulations give on reassembly (connection surfaces should be clean and free of corrosion/contamination first!). Ox-Gard and Penetrox A are suitable. Noalox is not.” ACZP is actually non-conductive!