Date:         Mon, 10 Dec 2001 14:02:33 EST
Reply-To:     JKrevnov@AOL.COM
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From:         Rico Sapolich <JKrevnov@AOL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Crimp vs splice
Comments: To: michael.radtke@bull.com
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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