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6 Ways to Fix Broken Wires - Beginner Through Pro

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Here are six methods for fixing / repairing broken wires, cords and cables - from beginner to pro! #diy #electrical #wiring
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@clarap.-g.4447 Месяц назад

Came here knowing nothing, now I feel like I can fix (almost) any broken wire I see. Thank you so much for all that concise and well delivered information!!!🔧

@TomCee53 2 года назад

A few notes. rosin, not resin. When doing parallel wires, such as zip cord, I’ve found it valuable to offset the joints so that the connectors don’t make as big a bump. Wago now makes an in-line connector to extend wires in less space. I found a kit which has the in-line solder splices with a mini heat gun included. You implied, but I want to stress, to read instructions on everything you buy. A great idea to save problems and enhance safety.

@How-xw1ws Месяц назад

Just wondering because I'm new to this. What do you mean by offsetting the joints when repairing parallel wires?

@Merescat 2 года назад

Just wait for the twist / no-twist crowd to see this video. I'm glad you cut the wire nut and exposed the cross-section with the wires inside. I enjoyed seeing all the connection options. 🙂

@johnharrison6009 10 дней назад

Brilliant. Old dog just learned.

@TieXiongJi 2 года назад

Twist, solder, heat shrink is the best option for signals and high current. Wago clips are the most convenient option.

@The.Truth13 Год назад

This video has turned my passion back on into this part of electrical work. Thank you for the awesome video🔥

@Sembazuru 2 года назад

An additional tip for the last method (solder and cover with shrink tube). If the application is where the splice might get wet (marine applications, trailers, exterior of cars & trucks, etc) you should use the shrink tube that has an internal lining of hot glue. When you heat the shrink tube the hot glue will also become liquid and then seal the splice from external elements. Because it is hot _glue_ it should stick to the wire insulation preserving the water-tight seal when being bent.

@paulandreasallik 5 дней назад

Such a good video. I wish i could like it twice.

@edgecondition Год назад

@12:55, I would suggest tinning the iron tip with a blob of solder after cleaning. Doing that before storage will reduce oxidation.

@vanessalaws2975 4 месяца назад

A dog chewed my friends laptop charger. Used electrical tap to connect the way you recommended For two wires. Worked like a charm! Thank you so much!

@RyanNadel 17 дней назад

This is a fantastic explanation! It just reminded me that I need to repair the charge cable for my smart watch that my dog chewed!

@Keifsanderson 2 года назад

Nice video. Really appreciated the wire nut cross section and the detailed tutorial on soldering.

@suelynnsteiner1194 2 года назад

Thank you. Beginner- it really helped clarify.

@Mosisli Год назад

Wago, "the fastest and easiest way". Sounds good to me, everyone likes fast and easy. However they way they look seems to suggest they are intended for hidden installations. Not primarily intended to repair exposed, external power cords on for example household appliances. Could and should there not be something akin to a Wago connector but more aesthetically pleasing and suitable for repairing exposed power cords?

@abackus6546 4 месяца назад

Wow, thank you so much for this. I fix power reclining furniture all the time and this was very helpful.

@justicezero 19 дней назад

Thanks for the help, one question, if i solder, are there any problems with then using electrical tape in place of the heat wrap?

@mohammedlaredj7695 Год назад

I love your videos, your lessons and your ideas....thank you

@loosenut1969 2 месяца назад

Thank you for this video. I am about to order the solder but connectors off Amazon that will be perfect for my applications as I am not an electrician lol

@onaturalia 4 месяца назад

I put ty-wraps on either side of the solder joint and around the shrink tubing for better mechanical support. Especially true for repairing electrical cords.

@christinecostanzo3163 Месяц назад

😝 helping hands. Thanks for this post!

@outoftime7740 Год назад

Hey thanks for this. I'm a lady trying to repair my destroyed Bissell cord. Now, I know I have a crimper tool.

@bob456fk6 4 месяца назад

I like your method shown at the 3:00 mark. Quick and dirty and I don't have to use a soldering iron. One note: When splicing a two-wire cable, don't put the two splices side by side. Stagger them a little so there is no chance for wires to short together.

@PeterRodriguezz 9 месяцев назад

This has saved my washer while i wait for the replacement cord! Thank you

@sannyassi73 2 месяца назад

It saved my laser engraver while I wait for a replacement cord- 2 to 3 weeks and I gotta have this thing running! I also got to learn how to build custom JST connectors too in order to fix things- all handy knowledge ;)

@Slferon 9 месяцев назад

i got one of those inflateable suits but the wire snapped of the motor, i was already able to find out which cable needed to be where with a website but to connect them again i am here, let's hope this works because i don't wanna embarras myself in front of my parents! update: gonna need to tell my parents anyway because i need that electrical tape! update 2: i went to my grandpa who lives in the same street as me and he knows a lot about cables and such, it is fixed after an hour! the tutorial wasn't really needed but we did use one of these techniques of the video so thanks for the help!

@eugeniomartinez5171 6 месяцев назад

Have a cable that burned up in my car. Thank you so much for this, now I can drive without catching fire

@dekin819 3 месяца назад

😂

@chrisrangel366 11 дней назад

Which wiring method did you use?

@raywilliams7094 5 месяцев назад

How about joining 3 wires ie positive neutral and earth to extend a multiplug lead that is too short

@kenahoo 2 года назад

I like to use the Western Union splice (Wikipedia has good pictures), it’s extremely strong without soldering, so it maintains flexibility in the joint. Some heat shrink on top and all set to go.

@adobemastr Год назад

Thanks for pointing this out; I’ve never heard of this. If NASA uses it, it obviously must be good. How exactly do you employ this method? It does seem a bit complicated…

@mrcryptozoic817 Год назад

I always do the last method but when fixing something like a chewed shopvac cord, I cut the cord so that both wires don't splice side by side. This is hard to describe but here goes...For example, the segment on your left has a long black and short white. And the right side has a short black and long white. This means the two splices aren't side by side. That way, when I tape it up, there isn't a lump in the cord to catch on anything.

@Chris_at_Home Год назад

When I solder two parallel wire I stager the splice. It was something I learned in the Navy over 50 years ago as an avionics technician.

@stevekerr1386 2 года назад

Great information. Thanks for posting!

@Saint696Anger 2 года назад

I learned something today, everyday we should be learning something

@LBCAndrew Год назад

I'm pretty sure the NEC doesn't allow for solder to be used on AC circuits unless the connection is mechanically made first.

@chrisrangel366 11 дней назад

Will the wire nuts melt if you’re using them to connect the wires for LED low beams?

@abbeyp8834 8 месяцев назад

Amazing! Thank you. And ideas on how to fix a frayed cord on a heated hoodie? Have you ever used liquid electrical tape?

@Deraco1 Год назад

Soldering and heat shrink all the way. Depends on the connector but I find soldering a crimp connection (like a ring terminal) seems to a good touch too, also with some heat shrink. Best of both worlds!

@TheRiberas 5 месяцев назад

Thanks this helped out a lot

@B5Blue1968 2 года назад

Soldering wire by itself is a violation of the NEC article 250.8 (B) "Connection devices or fittings that depend solely on solder shall not be used". I am starting to use Wagos more and more, they cost a little more, but are more convenient and save a lot of time, especially working on something with short wires.

@binodajuan4342 Год назад

You the police?

@B5Blue1968 Год назад

@binodajuan4342 No, I am not the police. I'm just trying to point out its not safe soldering wires by themselves. That's why it's a violation of the NEC.

@parkershonnard3376 11 месяцев назад

It depends on what the circuit is for, soldering is usually for low voltage applications

@TomCee53 11 месяцев назад

Even on low voltage, it’s a good idea to have a strong mechanical connection, then solder.

@dooglive922 11 месяцев назад

@B5Blue1968 Why is it not safe?

@rosslee7300 Год назад

Great tutorial. Thanks. That first helping hands really got me haha..Wait whaatt..

@Mr.ketchupp Год назад

Exceeded my expectations. Great DIY video.

@alessandraruiz3981 2 месяца назад

For the soldering method could you use electrical tape instead of the heat reduction?

@nick-firstest Год назад

Lot of new information for me, Thanks

@dianeleone1634 Год назад

Thank you tons.

@sabersmithc4153 2 года назад

Good video

@billrusk6354 2 года назад

I've always used wire nuts or just electrical tape but I like the heat shrink. Thanks for sharing

@Theonlyjoylee Год назад

My puppy chewed into my Dyson dc24 cord. Thank God, it was unplugged. However, Dyson doesn’t have the cord in stock since it’s an outdated machine. I don’t own wire strippers, soldering device, but I was in the us Army; so we can do anything we put our minds to. A little help would be appreciated. I don’t want to have to go buy a brand new Dyson when all I need to do is fix the wire. If he had chewed it closer to the plug, I would’ve just cut that end off and put on a new plug. Unfortunately, no such luck. Thank you.

@Hey_Jamie Год назад

Your shirt is literally my life in 8 words

@MangoNizer Год назад

I'm from Denmark. Never seen a wire nut before!

@aam21spsl 2 года назад

I found out about wago connectors a few months ago and will likely never use wire nuts again. they make connections so easy

@LRN2DIY 2 года назад

Sorry about that spammer! I just blocked them. Darn hacks! Glad you like the Wagos - I’m a big fan too!

@cosmati75 Год назад

Great video and detailed explanations.

@LBCAndrew Год назад

It's always good to use double walled adhesive lined heat shrink to properly protect the wires.

@joeblk27956 Год назад

My favorite for joining (x2) wires is (x1) straight/in-line wago connector to hold the wires, then adhesive heat shrink to weather-proof/accident-proof the connector. That way it's strong, removable by cutting the heatshrink, and can't pull out as easily or accidentally as just the having the wago connector holding everything itself.

@supadupachalupa69 4 месяца назад

I used two small wire nuts and tightened the best I could. It was the flimsy multi wire cords from a lamp. I electric taped the heck over everything. Should there be any concerns???

@Janita_S Год назад

Thanks! now I just need to buy electrical tape and my first wire repair is completed :)

@etyiyensebze1466 8 месяцев назад

I just fixed my computer charger with this, I know it's now much but I feel like I am a Spartan warrior

@peaceloveandunity1434 Год назад

Brilliant thank you

@danclark4361 2 года назад

Long time solder/shrink guy. You're a Utahn! Me too!

@drippingwax Год назад

Mom wanted me to replace her range hood because when I scrubbed it with soapy water and a nylon brush the paint came off before the dirt did! I ordered a Samsung replacement and the wire nut passed the tug test when I connected the original solid wire to the new stranded wire (which were much smaller gauge), but I didn't know that I was supposed to twist the wires together twice after securing the nut--.or extend the stranded wire past the solid wire. However, the wire management in the hood was terrible. Each time I tried to reinstall the steel cover it caught on something and it didn't finally go in until it pulled wires out of the nut. The fan shorted. When I asked how to fix it everyone said either always hire a professional or invest in Wagos.

@willmallory9085 2 года назад

Excellent video Brother

@BobMuir100 2 года назад

Great video (again!) I always want to solder as it makes feel like a pro, loved your technique all new to me. Never seen the nut things before and don’t like the look of them. I have wago connectors and they are great but soldering is my choice. May I ask why you called nuts amateur? Bob England

@LRN2DIY 2 года назад

Hey Bob! In the thumbnail, I’m showing a wire nut that isn’t properly twisted as amateur, not that using wire nuts itself is amateur.

@BobMuir100 2 года назад

@@LRN2DIY I see that make sense now, thanks Nils England

@Sleepinggato 10 месяцев назад

Thanks dude this happend ti the cord of mu wii u

@susan_vegas 7 месяцев назад

Or you can melt the plastic coating with your lighter and then pull it off with your fingers if you have no tools Thank you for your video

@andreaentz Год назад

Super new here so please excuse my lack of proper jargon: I want to disconnect an outlet from my wall and leave it off. When I’m separating wires, is it safe to put a nut over the wire that is coming from the wall and leave it?

@bf4paw137 4 месяца назад

I have a GE General Electric soundbar that attaches to my laptop. I don't want to get rid of it. My dog chewed the wire and one speaker now doesn't work. I can't replace it as GE doesn't seem to make this portable speaker anymore. I've searched the net to find a place I can bring it to for repair. I figured there has to be someone that can do it. I've tried to do the repair myself but the wires are so thin I'm not having any luck. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I'm in TN but also live in NJ.

@crackheadmaury Год назад

This is going to save so many cords from my rabbit's path of destruction, thank you!!

@ScottIrvine01 Год назад

What about the solder method (last part) then using electrical tape?

@lathanzawilliams3302 Год назад

It's the slip-on crimpable sleeve for me!

@user-xx1ej7zi6q Год назад

I bought a van and there are bare wires where backlamps to light the inside of the van just left bare n hanging...would it be ok just to use wire connectors n twist so that they are not bare and can tuck them in out of site thanks in advance I'm 63 senior

@dfl5015 Год назад

How do you join very fine enameled copper wire from a stator?

@user-wy9qb3zy5x Год назад

so my eathernet wire's cover was removed and when i used a wire tape i think i over pulled it so i guess i cut it from inside How to fix that?

@md.rejaurrahman7279 Год назад

For me beginner is the best

@oazamira Год назад

Can i do this on refigerator cable? Its chewed, and 2 out of 3 wires in cable are cut. I was thinking doing first method. Is it safe?

@LRN2DIY Год назад

Best to replace the plug in that case.

@DanielGonzalez-zd9zq Год назад

What is the temperature of the iron. To Sauder wiring.

@jonathancall9967 Год назад

Can you use solder to bridge across broken wire strands in a section of stranded wire?

@joshmonaco6170 Год назад

If you have broken strands you will need to cut them off and strip back further. A couple of strands might not seem like a huge deal, but for every strand you're missing the rest of them are drawing more current and producing more heat which could damage and degrade the insulation and eventually could become a fire hazard.

@atlanticapacificaofficial Год назад

Can an iPhone or iPad or computer charger be fixed and does it matter what copper size wire is used to make connection again?

@urbanorebosa Год назад

How about the wires that are color coded Cause some appliances have an electrical socket that has 2 or 3 different colored wires.

@lmeobuh7009 Год назад

Pls help,I have the same wire with the one at 4:01 but it has 2 colors ( yellow and red) with small white wires inside, how do i connect this one with 2 copper wires which are not transparented

@chanteloukami6694 Год назад

can you fix the wire if broken right at the plug?

@Newwaver2007 Год назад

There's ways I thought were pretty inventive, with the red squeazies, but I always solder stuff by default.

@karlxu782 Год назад

Nicely explained, thanks so much. If I just have a scratched and exposed wire still in good silhouette, can I just simply wrap it with electric tape?

@crabwalk7773 2 года назад

What are your thoughts on liquid electrical tape?

@Von_Hohenheim 2 года назад

never use in residential settings only place for that is "repairs" imo

@rimmersbryggeri 2 года назад

@@Von_Hohenheim You mean pretty much like soldering then?

@LRN2DIY 2 года назад

I've never used it but that's mostly because it looks like a lot more work/mess than just using electrical tape. I can see that it could be useful in very specific applications, though.

@ianmcnally8501 Год назад

I love liquid electrical tape! I use it on my Ebikes and batteries, great for outdoor connections. Also please note it is very flammable. I use heat shrink also, keeps it neater. But the liquid tape also helps support the wires, and builds in strain relief if required.

@crabwalk7773 Год назад

@@ianmcnally8501 Thank you for the information!

@AndyA1234 Год назад

The correct way is to "tin" each end of the wires prior to joining the wires. i.e. Heat up each end of the wires individually and put solder (soul dur) on. Then when you heat the 2 ends up as you bring them together. Voila (some French as well).

@notadumbblond3 Год назад

How do you know which connector you need to rejoin two wires or two sets of stranded wire? I have a portable heater that I have to rejoin the chord on and don't want to cause a fire when I turn it on or lose the little bit of chord still left on the heater side. I'm thinking electric tape or the nut connector would work better for me with my limited experience, but am a bit afraid of possible fire if I use those.

@MangoNizer Год назад

You'll only cause fire if you short circuit the cables. Just make sure the two leads don't have contact with each other before you connect the power.

@michaeljohn7467 Год назад

Is there a liquid plastic or liquid shrink that you can use if a wire gets chewed on by a rat n the wire is exposed but still in tack, so you can't get a shrink tube thing on there I saw some guy use this liquid what ever it was when a porcupine chewed some wires under his truck, he heated something up n it covered the exposed wires n made it water proof also

@oldspiced 11 месяцев назад

idk you didnt show us forgetting to put the heat shrink on first XD

@TheSquirrelmender Год назад

How do I know what guage wire I have?

@TM-mc5jt Год назад

My dog chewed the wire. At first I just re-connect them without cutting off the chewed-off part. When I plugged in, the light turned on but there was a spark. So I thought I might do something wrong, I then cut off the chewed-off part then re-connected the new part of the wire. Now when I plugged in the light, it caused the circuit breaker to flip and turned off the electricity in the whole room What did I do wrong ?

@circlepfarm9729 2 года назад

Can’t find the links in the description?

@LRN2DIY 2 года назад

There’s a “Products In This Video” section with all the links. Let me know if you don’t see it. On the phone, RU-vid makes it kind of tough to see the description now.

@TheSquirrelmender Год назад

I'm trying to fix my tv wire that my dog chewed in half so I need a video showing the two ends and how you fix it.

@andremartins6247 2 года назад

Can anyone tell me if when we fix a broken wire, the new one we going to use has to be the same colour as the old one? Or can we twist it up with a wire from a different colour?

@BusterMSC1 Год назад

Always twist together the way it broke. Same color. Never twist a different color together. If you twist a positive and a negative it will spark and probably damage whatever it is connected and maybe even start a fire

@ev721 2 года назад

Helping hands 🤣

@jack002tuber 2 года назад

If you just wrap wires and cover in black tape, no shame in that. If you just use wire nuts and do it right, no shame in that. Been there for years, no regrets

@Timespace101 2 года назад

I've always been taught to use wire nuts for wiring that I don't want to cut in the future as a possible long term, but temporary solution. If a wire gets damaged and I'm looking at replacing it, or shortening it and shortening it is feasible, the ONLY WAY to join the wire back together is permanently with solder and heat-shrink. If you don't want to do that, buy a new wire. It's safe to say something else will eventually break in whatever system the wire is a part of looong before you should have to worry about that wire. The only way to do it is to do it right. Otherwise, you've done little to nothing to "repair" or "assemble" or "install" anything. It just looks like you did.

@runescapebothelp1 11 месяцев назад

There ain't a right way all the time, every job is different. Use what's efficient and will hold up for the life of the wire/device. It's a bad outlook to say one method is better than all.

@Timespace101 11 месяцев назад

@@runescapebothelp1 yeah.. that’s true

@lym3204 2 месяца назад

With all that effort, replacing the wire could be easier and cheaper.

@tots4 Год назад

Wire nuts definitely don’t seem to be waterproof, does anybody know if they are?

@arthouston7361 11 месяцев назад

Using solder to join two conductors is a code violation.

@valerian8063 Год назад

listening to this with broken headphone cable

@O-bino 4 месяца назад

Hey man, this is a bit irrelevant from the video, but when reading the shirt you have on, I think you may have made a bit of a typing mistake. You see, from what I'm getting from the shirt, doing a diy would be more time consuming and costly. It would be fixed if it said (For 1/3 x the cost and time) or (For half the cost and time)

@bretcappola6904 5 месяцев назад

😅you don’t need to scrape the wires, when I had to fix my headphones the wires had a coating

@MadameNasty Год назад

That connection at 8:45 is atrocious.

@gaiustacitus4242 5 месяцев назад

The "Pro" version shown on the introductory frame is far from being a professional solution, and that solder technique should never be used for automotive wiring repairs.