Monster in-wall wire

[~JC~]

I find that I can get 14g 4 connector wire cheaper than 12g 2 conductor. (50% less). Can you twist two of them together and make "2 conductor"? Is that violating any electrical theories of transmision? Thanks

 

[BMXTRIX]

That's actually called bi-wiring and is common practice and a good way of doing things. Some would consider it a 'benefit'. I wouldn't go as far as calling it a benefit, but it definitely gives you more wire to work with!

I love Monster CI-PRO wire - easiest stuff to work with ever. Strongly recommend it!

 

[~JC~]

Thanks. I saw "bi-wiring" but had it confused with "bi-amping"

 

[MDS]

If you make one pair by twisting each set of two wires of the 14/4, you will effectively have one pair of 11 gauge wire. No problem with doing that, but 11ga vs 12 ga won't make much difference unless the run is very long.

 

[~JC~]

No problem with doing that, but 11ga vs 12 ga won't make much difference


Sure it will, about $100 on 200ft of wire. (14ga $1/ft, 12ga $1.5/ft)

 

[MacManNM]

Just use 12/2 romex, it's only about $0.20/ft, and works just as well.

 

[mtrycrafts]

No problem with doing that, but 11ga vs 12 ga won't make much difference


Sure it will, about $100 on 200ft of wire. (14ga $1/ft, 12ga $1.5/ft)

Yes to Macman but where do you get that 12ga for $1.50/ft?
Places like home depot usually sells it for $.30/ft.
Not all codes require in wall rating for such low voltage wires.