Soldering instead of crimping
Hi, Would there be any reason not to solder battery connections versus crimping? The application would be for a solar charging system. Moved to Tech Issues forum from DIY.
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If your set on soldering after crimping and are not highly skilled and knowlegable about soldering and don't have all the proper tools I'd suggest buying adhesive lined heat shrink crimp connectors with a built in solder preform. Then use good marine grade tinned wire. Use the proper crimp tool and a real heat gun to heat seal and solder the connection.
Even though I have all the tools for soldering and the skills, for the few cases when I want a crimped and soldered connection, I use the solder filled heat sealed connectors. Gives a crimp joint with solder along with the proper strain relief to minimize the chances of flex failure. the connector is designed so the heat shrink extends beyond the solder joint.
Even though I have all the tools for soldering and the skills, for the few cases when I want a crimped and soldered connection, I use the solder filled heat sealed connectors. Gives a crimp joint with solder along with the proper strain relief to minimize the chances of flex failure. the connector is designed so the heat shrink extends beyond the solder joint.
