How to Waterproof Splice an Electrical Wire

How to Waterproof Splice an Electrical Wire
Written By
Erick Kristian
Erick Kristian
Published: May 25, 2011
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read

Things You Will Need

  • Waterproof caulk
  • Electrical tape

For damp or moist areas that get moderate amounts of water this should not be an issue. The caulk should be used liberally.

Waterproof Your Wire

  1. Purchase a waterproof caulk that is designed to work with rubber.

  2. Seal the spliced electrical connection with electrical tape. Wrap the tape around the connection and two adjoining wires. The electrical tape should completely cover the connection.

  3. Apply waterproof caulk all over the electrical tape. The caulk should be laid on thick. The caulk should also extend down the two ends of the splice about an inch past from where the electrical tape ends. Allow the caulk to dry. The splice is now waterproof.

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Erick Kristian

Erick Kristian began writing professionally in 2008. He has a strong background in business and extensive experience writing fiction and articles related to spirituality and self improvement which are published on growingeveryday.com.…

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