In a message dated 9/27/05 6:04:13 AM, RAlanen@AOL.COM writes: << Kevin, most likely the pigtail sockets have gotten overheated from poor contact. >> Quite the opposite.… Kevin, most likely the pigtail sockets have gotten overheated from EXCESSIVE CURRENT . A marginal connection (poor contact) would result in a voltage drop across the connection. The worse the connection is (i.e., the higher the contact resistance), the LESS the current conducted through the circuit. Since the lamps are in series with this connection, the lamps will dim even to the point of appearing to be unlit. A poor connection is a nuisance, but it will reduce the current in the circuit preventing any meltdown. If the insulation of the conductors or the plastic of the components in your lighting system is melting, reduce the load on the system or install a system which is rated to swing the existing load. George |
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