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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I also recommend the Klein crimper- but I use the 1005, which has a stake on for non-insulated, plus an oval crimp for insulated terminals.
I use either nylon (with heat shrink over) or heat shrink terminals. There are 2 things to look for in crimpers- the anvil that does the crimping needs to be reasonably wide, and the hinge between the jaws must be rigid, and keep the jaws in line.
As to adding a line- as has been said, it all depends on the wire sizes and loads. For heavy loads and large wires, I usually try to add an insulated post, though I have also used ring terminals with a machine screw, split bolts, crimped but connectors, and I have even used the awful scotch lock connectors (though I fill them with grease)- times when either time or physical restraints kept me from doing anything else.
I use either nylon (with heat shrink over) or heat shrink terminals. There are 2 things to look for in crimpers- the anvil that does the crimping needs to be reasonably wide, and the hinge between the jaws must be rigid, and keep the jaws in line.
As to adding a line- as has been said, it all depends on the wire sizes and loads. For heavy loads and large wires, I usually try to add an insulated post, though I have also used ring terminals with a machine screw, split bolts, crimped but connectors, and I have even used the awful scotch lock connectors (though I fill them with grease)- times when either time or physical restraints kept me from doing anything else.
