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Colonnade Lights Frequently Asked Questions
...about Lite Clips
Rod clips for Miniature and C-7:
Q: How do I determine what size clip to use?
A: Measure the diameter of the wire or rod that you are going to attach the light set to. If the diameter is between 3/16" and 5/16" and your light sockets are 1/4-3/8" in diameter then choose the appropriate miniature clip. For a rod diameter of 1/4-3/8" and a socket diameter of approximately 5/8" then choose the appropriate C-7 rod clip.
Q: What sizes of rod will the miniature socket fit?
A: 3/16" 1/4" and 5/16"
Q: What side rod will the C-7 socket fit?
A: 1/4" 5/16" and 3/8"
Q: What size is a miniature socket?
A: Miniature sockets will vary in size from 5/16" to 7/16" with the most common size of 3/8"
Q: What size is a C-7 Socket?
A: C-7 sockets will vary in size from 9/16" to 13/16" with the most common size of 5/8" (10/16").
Q: Is there a flat clip to attach miniature sockets to a flat surface like glass or wood?
A: Yes, the "Flat Clip" is designed for miniature sockets with a flat surface of 1/2" square for attachment with double sided foam adhesive or a silicone based caulk/adhesive like E-6000.
Q: How do you install the clips?
A: We suggest that you determine the number of bulbs that you are going to install on the frame or display. From this point install the clips based upon the socket spacing of your light string. Next install the clips with an angular action where only a part of the clip is placed on the rod then gradually rock the clip into place. This is easier that trying to force the clip directly on the rod. Last install the socket.
Wire Clips for attaching wires to rods:
Q: What is a wire clip?
A: A wireclip takes the place of a plastic wire tie and is much faster to attach.
Q: What sizes are available in the rod size?
A: Currently 2 sizes are available; 3/16" and 1/4"
Q: What sizes of wire will the clip attach to the rod?
A: The 24 ga. Will attach 3 pieces of 24 gauge Christmas light wire of which was the UL 588 standard for miniature lights manufactured before 1997. The 20 ga. Clip will hold 3 pieces of the 20 gauge or the new UL 588 standard. The CSA 1/4" clip will hold 3 pieces of the CSA 18 gauge standard wire for miniature lights. The 24 gauge clips will attach a standard piece of 20-2 XTWA Christmas light wire and the 20 gauge clips will attach the larger 18-2 XTWA wire. The 20-2 and the 18-2 is commonly found on C-7 & C-9 strings.
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