In a message dated 12/10/01 1:14:34 PM, michael.radtke@BULL.COM writes: << 2) Based on what's going on in the connection, soldering should be better than crimping. >> Mike, I have to respectfully disagree with this. I believe that soldering is the solution more often when there are space limitations in making terminations and mass production considerations rather than when there is a quest for reliable, durable connections exposed to varying environmental conditions and vibration. In various capacities, I have been involved with thousands upon thousands of terminations. From millivolt signals to 500kV transmission lines the termination of choice is bolted or crimped. Of course, none of this is done in a haphazard manner, with critical connections requiring documentation and certified tools. For the guy trying to remedy the nuisance of an aging Vanagon electrical system, I would recommend he use antioxidant grease, quality crimp terminations (think AMP or 3M) and a crimp tool made specifically for the terminals he is using. Rich |
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