disneythunder Posted October 25, 2014 Posted October 25, 2014 Hello all,I recently came across what I believe to be SPT wire at a garage sale and managed to pick it up for 50 cents. That was a great deal for 30+ feet of wire.My only problem now is that I don't whether it is SPT 1 or 2. It has no markings on the insulation, which looks pretty thick. The copper itself looks to be either 18 or 20 gauge. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Mega Arch Posted October 25, 2014 Posted October 25, 2014 If its SPT zip cord, it should be marked as such. The ink may have worn off, but the imprint should still be there. May have to use a flashlight to see it. Markings may only be every 2 feet, so may have to look around. If you can find a number that starts with "E", I can tell you more.
disneythunder Posted October 25, 2014 Author Posted October 25, 2014 Yay, I found it.In very small writing it is says "16/2 SPT-3 E53042 LL30875 TORO" Next question is are there vampire plugs for spt-3 wire?
Mega Arch Posted October 25, 2014 Posted October 25, 2014 Most SPT-2 plugs will fit the SPT-3 cord. With only your 30ft to work with, wouldn't spend much time trying to procure actual SPT-3 plugs. If your insulation is just too thick for SPT-2 plug to work, chunk it & write off your original $0.50 investment.
Mega Arch Posted October 25, 2014 Posted October 25, 2014 Oops. Just saw that you said 16/2. Will be too thick. Chunk it or rip it and use it for tie wire. Sorry.
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