Installing new light fixture with pigtails

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Originally Posted by SailingAdrift

I'm about to start installing lighting everywhere and I had a best practices/ practical application question.

It is my understanding that you shouldn't use butt connections in the marine environment because of the constant flexing and movement, so is the proper way to install an new light fixture with the 18 awg 6 inch pigtails to install blocks at every light switch to your home run wire? That seems a bit impractical.... Love to hear your thoughts.

Your choice

Butt , crimp connectors will work

A terminal strip is more versatile and allows removal of the fitting without cutting the wire

terminal strips also allow several
Lights to be connected to the same power source and are easier to trouble shoot