Thread: Is Knob-and-Tube *Always* Dangerous?
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Default Is Knob-and-Tube *Always* Dangerous?

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after many years and heavy loads the solder weakens and the connection
can overheat and cause a fire...

No. Fuses and circuit breakers prevent that.

Fuses and breakers protect against overcurrent situations - not overheating due
to
deteriorating connections.

Bob


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