Wago Lever-Nuts

What are Wago 221 connectors?  

Our Wago 221 series of wire connectors with levers are designed for quickly and easily connecting wires. Unlike wire nuts, which require twisting the wires together by hand which can be time-consuming, Wago connectors allow for a fast and secure connection with just one hand. Each conductor is individually secured using spring-cage technology for reliable results.

Types of Wago 221 lever connectors

The Wago 221 Compact splicing connectors are designed to connect multiple wires together, and are available in 2, 3 and 5-way variants. These multi-wire lever connectors accept all the conductors on one side and are useful for electrical distribution and junction boxes. Wago splicing connectors are recommended for any electrical lighting installation.

The Wago 221 Inline splicing connectors use the exact same spring-cage connection technology as the multi-wire Compact connectors, but are designed to only connect two conductors in-line. These inline lever-nuts are useful for extending a cable, connecting two different types of cable, or connecting to a power supply with a molded cable. The Wago inline connectors can also be neatly mounted on an optional carrier block for multi-core cable connections.

Uses of Wago 221 lever-nuts

We have carefully selected Wago products that are relevant for the LED lighting market from their vast portfolio. You can trust the Wago wiring connectors for sale in our online store for quick and reliable connections in just about any electrical wiring project. Use them for:

• Alternative to wire nuts
• Alternative to push-in wire connectors
• AC supply distribution from a light switch to LED power supplies
• Connecting multiple LED strip runs to one power supply
• Reliably joining a solid wire supply to a fine stranded LED driver cable
• Connecting supply wiring to a lighting fixture
• Junction box connections
• Simple extension of electrical lines
• Lighting connections in suspended ceilings
• Ceiling speaker wiring connections
• Multi-pole lighting fixture connections
• LED power supply connections
• Temporary test connections

Advantages of Wago 221 lever-nuts

When we talk Wago vs Wire Nut, it is obvious that the Wago 221 connectors are the best wire connector solution for sale. Because of this, Wago 221 connectors are becoming increasingly popular in the electrical industry as an alternative to traditional wire nuts. These connectors offer several advantages over wire nuts, including ease of use, reliability, and improved safety. Unlike wire nuts, which require twisting the wires together by hand which is time-consuming, Wago connectors allow for a fast and secure connection with just one hand. Each wire is quickly and securely inserted into its own connection point, allowing you to easily connect and disconnect individual wires. The spring-cage connection technology used in Wago lever connectors provides a secure and stable connection that won't loosen over time and the transparent housing allows for easy inspection, reducing the risk of electrical faults. These advantages make Wago lever connectors the best alternative to wire nuts that you can buy.

If you compare Wago lever-nuts to push-in wire connectors, you will again find definite advantages in the Wago 221 connectors. Firstly, the Wago lever connectors are easy to reuse. Simply lift the lever and remove the old conduct, then insert the new conductor and close the lever - no tools required, and no damage to the connector from. Secondly, the Wago 221 series connectors are compatible with all wire types including fine stranded wire, stranded wire and solid core wire whereas push wire connectors only work with solid core or heavy stranded wire. Using fine stranded wire in a push-in connector means you need to use wire end ferrules, adding work and another potential point for mistakes.

Advantages of Wago vs Wire Nuts:

• No need to twist conductors together
• Easy maintenance to electrical circuits
• Reliably connects a mix of wire types - fine stranded, stranded, and solid core
• Avoids galvanic action between different conductor materials
• Easy to remove or add a single wire at a junction point
• Easy visual inspection and convenient test point

Advantages of Wago vs Push-in connectors:

• Works well with all wire types, including fine stranded - no ferrules required
• Easy maintenance to electrical circuits
• Easy to remove a conductor without tools
• Avoids connector and wire damage from forcing a wire out of a cavity
• Easy visual inspection and electrical test point

Are Wago 221 lever connectors code approved?

Yes, you can rest assured that the Wago 221 Series connectors are code approved. These compact connectors are UL approved for the US market as well as meeting stringent European standards. Some of the standards that Wago 221 connectors comply with include UL 486C listed, as well as CCA EN 60998 and KEMA/KEUR EN 60998 certified.

Wago 221 lever-nut assortment packs

Wired4Signs sells Wago 221 connectors in a selection of pack sizes ranging from small DIY sized packs to very large bulk packs for contractors. We don't offer pre-configured Wago 221 assortment packs because we know that YOU know what you want. All you need to do is add your desired combination of Wago 221 Series connectors to your cart and we will ship them off to you. If you want to buy a build-your-own Wago assortment, you have come to the right place!

Frequently asked questions

Q: How do I confirm that my wiring is securely connected in the Wago 221 inline connectors?

A: The transparent housing of these connectors makes it easy to visually check that your wiring has been correctly installed.

Q: Can I connect different types of wire with a Wago lever nut?

A: Yes, one of the main advantages of Wago lever-nut connectors over traditional screw nuts is how easily they make reliable connections between different wire types. This is a very important consideration when connecting finely stranded wiring of an LED driver to solid core mains wiring.

Q: Can I test for voltage once the Wago connector has been wired?

A: Yes, the easily accessible test point on a Wago lever nut means that you can safely and easily connect test equipment without affecting the wiring at all.

Q: I need to connect the fine-stranded cables from my LED driver to the solid core AC supply wiring from the distribution board. Will these Wago connectors work to connect fine-stranded to solid core wire?

A: Yes, Wago 221 series lever-nut connectors work with any wire type and are ideal for this application. Since each wire is securely held by its own lever, the solid core and stranded wires are individually and securely connected for a reliable installation.

Q: Do you sell bulk packs of Wago 221 lever nuts for contractors?

A: Yes, we sell our Wago connectors in a selection of pack sizes, from small DIY packs to bulk contractor packs of connectors. You can select your pack size on the product page.

Q: What is the best way to connector wires of different materials?

A: Wago 221 connectors are the best way to reliably connect wires and conductors of different materials. The individual connection point for each conductor means you can avoid the galvanic action that occurs if you allow mixed wire conductor materials to touch, such as in a traditional wire nut.

Q: Are Wago lever-nuts a good alternative to wire nuts?

A: Yes, Wago 221 lever connectors are the best alternative to wire nuts. Say goodbye to twisting your wires together, and say hello to quick and easy connections for any type of conductor.

Q: Are Wago lever connectors an alternative to push-in wire connectors?

A: Yes, we recommend Wago 221 connectors over push wire connectors for two reasons: Firstly, Wago connectors are more easily reused. And secondly, Wago lever-nuts work well with all wire types, unlike push-in connectors.