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Tim S Kemp wrote:
Yes - I've come across it several times. Due to inadequate tightening
in the first place. I'm inclined to think even deliberate by some
electricians to make more (chargeable) work for them later. However,
I've not known of any of the things I've installed - quite a few over
the years - give trouble in this respect. I do them up until they
groan. ;-)

I've snapped terminals from overtightening in the past...

Depends on the type. On a socket, etc, you'll more likely just damage the
screw slot.

Same with most plugs - although MK types with the nut arrangement will
snap the studs if you're *very* brutal.

However, far more under tighten than break them. Due to using a silly
small screwdriver.

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