Crimp terminals for wire connections has been preferred for may years. Do a google search on:
crimp solder "cold weld" And you will find many discussions. The first hit on the above search words is http://www.groundfusion.com/faq.php with the quote: "Crimping can be used in the vast majority of terminal to wire applications. While other methods are considered strong mechanical connections with high-performance electrical properties, crimping provides strength under constant load in tension and severe vibration." You will find many other such comments. John Joe McCary wrote: > John, very interesting information. I have a question...why crimp over > solder? > Back in the dark ages I took an electronics class in HS, we learned just the > opposite, that solder joint was best. Is there some nautical reason? > > Joe McCary > Aeolus II #4795 > West River, MD > [EMAIL PROTECTED] > >> On Behalf Of John Oppenheimer >> >> Do not try to seal connections, you almost never can. It's better to >> leave connections untaped and no sealant and looped above the wire, so >> that they can breath, allowing any moisture to dry. >> >> No solder, only crimp connections. >> >> Get a good ratcheting crimp tool!
