I wasn't sure where to post this,But I need to add a terminal strip to connect several wires together.I see terminal blocks that are grouped what look like groups of 2 each that total up to 8 groups.Do they call connect together or just the groups of 2?I hope I was clear on explanation. THanks
Typically the set of 2 terminals opposite each other are connected together. If I read you right I hope this answers your question.
There are two basic types of terminal strips. Terminal strips are as the name says, for mounting/connecting Crimp wire terminals. You can of course use the screw type and simply wind the wire under the screw head. Stud type, and screw type, with either one or two screws on a single bar. There are also more modern versions that have a crimp bar under the screw head to allow one to simply slip the stripped wire end between the two bars. In the pic below, the vertical pairs of screws are connected together with a bar, and the square washers under the screw heads allow simply inserting the stripped wire under it with no wrapping. NOT "flight worthy" but they are convenient. Click the pic
p.s Terminal blocks can be jumpered to one beside it for additional connections. Jumpers can be purchased or you can make your own. Older style Terminal Strips are available in various sizes and grounded or ungrounded terminals.
It seems to me that this answer should be """ just look at it"""" or use an ohm meter to check continuity..
I should of added,I am considering getting block style terminal strips.I ended up finding some older style strips though.
Another type is the “euro” style terminal block/strip. Insert stripped wire and tighten screw from top.
ive used many types before but when it comes to terminal strips i prefer the euro type and have a large stock of them. much safer against accidental shorts by tools.
