Unveiling the Magic: Harnessing Zip Plugs and Zip Wire for Custom Christmas Lights

Discover the best kept secret to crafting custom Christmas lights that dazzle and delight. Learn how the versatility of zip plugs (also called vampire plugs or Gilbert plugs) and zip cord can help you create personalized lighting displays that suit your unique holiday vision. Get ready to illuminate your creativity and take your Christmas light display to the next level.
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Video Chapters:
0:00-0:46 Intro
0:46-0:55 Brief History
0:55-1:16 Why use Zip Cord
1:16-1:49 Zip Cord Use Example
1:49-2:14 How Zip Product Works
2:14-3:37 Making your custom Zip Cord
3:37-4:15 Insulation Difference
4:15-4:28 Polarization
4:28-5:19 Zip Cord and Prong Alignment
5:19-6:09 Electrical Safety
6:09-6:30 Color and Length Options
6:30-6:45 Outro
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[@Bob-mb6ox]

Do your male plugs have fuses?

[@ChristmasLightsEtc]

Hi, no, these zip plugs don't have fuses.

[@CupidFromKentucky]

GFCI receptacles do not offer overcurrent protection, they are not fused. They detect faults and open the circuit when current isn't returning the same amount.
Zip plugs should always be used with a fused male plug. It's stupid they don't sell them as much as unfused.
The spt-1 and spt-2 wires are both 18 gauge I believe. This means they could melt before your home's breakers/fuses stop the overcurrent.

[@ChristmasLightsEtc]

Part of the customizable approach is calculating how much current is anticipated under normal conditions and making sure that amount is less than the rated current of the wire being used. Fused plugs are not specified because the total current of the installation can vary based on the number of lamps and length of wire used. Fused plugs can be used if the load on the installation is less than the available fuse ratings in the plugs. Otherwise, for larger installations, inline fuses can be used within 3' of the plug to prevent any overcurrent issues. If any ground fault occurs, the GFCI outlet or breaker will trip and open the circuit.
It's up to the installer to make sure the load on the wire is less than the rated amperage of the wire and overcurrent precautions are implemented.
GFCI plugs are not fused or handle overcurrent protections. However they trip upon a ground fault: when the amount of current returning is less than the amount supplied, which means there's electrical current taking some other route.