On Aug 26, 9:02*am, George wrote:
sid wrote:
Can someone tell me the best way to wire-nut 5 #12 wires in a 4x4"
box. *I know that a red nut will accept 5 #12 solid wires, but is
there a better way ? *I have seen posts that talk about con-blocks and
others that talk about compression nuts. *I can't find either at
HomeDepot or any other big box.

Any help is appreciated.

Just go one size bigger (gray) and get a quality brand. I don't know if
HomeCheepo sells a quality brand so you may need to stop at a real
supply house.

http://www.idealindustries.com/produ...n/twist-on/win...

WT53 is a good choice.

Problem there of course is buying a bag of 100 when I'm guessing the
OP needs - dare I say - 1.