Best way to splice into a 12 volt wire?
For splicing into existing 12 volt wiring, what is the best way to do so? Best as in resistant to vibrations and won't burn out? I have seen 3M Scotchlok connectors, but I wonder how secure they w...
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splicing for 'what' ?
location , wire size, and load dictate what can be done, which may not be optimum which can be done in a easily accessible location
if it is to be permanent soldering is best
next crimped with a hydraulic crimper
next use a 'split bolt' connection and tighten fully, before taping and sealing
something you might want to change
split bolt is best
next is solid 'wire nuts', not the soft scotch lock type
the only time i will use the soft ones is if that is the only thing available, and time is of the essence, then i will replace them with the good kind
location , wire size, and load dictate what can be done, which may not be optimum which can be done in a easily accessible location
if it is to be permanent soldering is best
next crimped with a hydraulic crimper
next use a 'split bolt' connection and tighten fully, before taping and sealing
something you might want to change
split bolt is best
next is solid 'wire nuts', not the soft scotch lock type
the only time i will use the soft ones is if that is the only thing available, and time is of the essence, then i will replace them with the good kind
