I am remodeling an outdoor light fixture and was looking for wiring connectors to retrofit some lights that were not removed and the wiring was not properly damaged. I found these 3M connectors and thought, Eureka! I have relatively good hand strength and trying to install 16 gauge wire (tried 2 different brands) required pliers, both hands and pretty much all the strength I could muster. It is not easy. The 18 gauge wire to the lamp fits very easily, but even if you are very careful and findβ¦