On Sun, 3 Apr 2005 13:33:52 -0400, "Robert11"
wrote:

Hello:

Was wondering about simple light switches that have both the conventional
screw terminals, and also have the push in holes for the stripped wire in
the back.

Are either just as good, and safe ?

Which do you folks use; the push in is certainly a bit simpler, but one
wonders if the "grippers" inside really make as good and as secure a contact
as well tightened screws ?

Thanks,
Bob


IMHO:

"Back stabbing" bad since it replies on a spring that will heat and
cool over time. There is a reason why you can't use 12# in this way
anymore.

I only use techniques that rely on screw pressure, either on the
terminal, or via 'back wiring' Same direction as "back stabbing" but
no spring, it uses a screw to apply pressure.

All this is an option, using 14# wire in 'back stabbing' applications
doesn't appear to violate any code, and is allowed by 'labels and
listings'.

hth,

tom