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Soldering two wires together..., Is there a better way? |
neo914-6 |
Feb 13 2006, 11:58 AM
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neo life Group: Members Posts: 5,086 Joined: 16-January 03 From: Willow Glen (San Jose) Member No.: 159 |
The twist method is here
Another is soldering them overlapped. I always get a few strands sticking out and piercing the heat shrink tubing...maybe it's takes better technique but is there a mechanical lug that can hold the two ends togehter that can be soldered? (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/screwy.gif) I don't particularly like the FLAPS plastic covered connectors but I'm told I may not be compressing them correctly. Besides in a confined area with alot of wires, the connectors take up alot of room... What are you doing succesfully? |
redshift |
Feb 13 2006, 12:11 PM
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Bless the Hell out of you! Group: Members Posts: 10,926 Joined: 29-June 03 Member No.: 869 |
With heavier gauge wire, I prefer using a small torch, or a butane iron.
Preen the wire, so there is about 3/4 inch clean, treat with a quality flux, push them into each other (interlocking.. kind of) clamp, and solder. It just takes practice. M |
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