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Is there an alternative to insulated mounting hardware to prevent a shorted turn?

April 26, 2017alternative hardware insulated mounting shorted turn

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Is there an alternative to insulated mounting hardware to prevent a shorted turn?

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Yes. As long as a shorted turn is not created you can use a metal washer and a screw. A shorted turn is created when a conductive path goes through the center hole, e.g. the mounting bolt or bracket is in contact with both the cover and the base of a metal enclosure.