2

I want to replace a standard light switch with a smart switch which requires a neutral wire. The box has a neutral bundle with 6 wires already. Can I remove one of the neutrals, connect it with a neutral pigtail off the smart switch, and take another neutral pigtail and connect this new bundle of 3 to the original bundle?

If not, is there anyway other way to add my smart switch ?

Improve this question
0

2 Answers 2

Reset to default
8

You can have two sets of neutrals if there is a jumper between the two sets.

One neutral set of three plus a jumper and one set of three plus the jumper and neutral to the switch. The jumper connects the two sets.

The wire nuts have a specific range of wires they connect together.

The jumper must be the same wire size. The wire nuts must be rated for the size/number of the wires.

Improve this answer
5

Sounds like a job for a Wago 2773-408 connector. Its 8 wire push-in connector. Look in local electric shop, they should be able to sell you one piece. Hardware stores may also have them, but packed by 10, and you only need one.

Improve this answer
3
  • 3
    Good suggestion, though for homeowner DIY I would recommend a $15 investment in an assortment of Wago 221s and then for this job use a couple of 221-415s. The lever ones are much friendlier to errors and maintenance.
    – jay613
    Commented Apr 18 at 12:48
  • Its good to buy more than you need - I suspect a 10 pack is cheaper than ~3 individual items, and having spares in stock saves a shopping trip next time.
    – Criggie
    Commented Apr 18 at 23:24
  • The price depends on the shop, the local electric store has similar price to 10-pack, because they pull them from 100 piece bag. You don't really need many 8 wire connectors, they rarely come useful, except in situation like this with pile of neutrals. OP can make informed decision how many to buy and which version, I personally prefer the mini series for taking almost no space, and lever is not needed for things that are not expected to be disassembled.
    – user187105
    Commented Apr 19 at 14:07

Not the answer you're looking for? Browse other questions tagged or ask your own question.