electrical connectors Options

[jimkelly]

I am starting to think these may be the best way to go.

insulated heat shrink connectors along with one good ratcheting insulated connector crimper, for all male, female and butt connectors 22-18, 16-14, 12-10.

vs bouncing from tool to tool, depending on size of connector and style of connector. pic is of an low dollar partially insulated connector, not a fully insulated heat shrink style connector.

also good to know that the bump on the crimper should be on the opposite side of the seam on the connector. but you guys already knew this : )




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CS_YS-F9Z2E


this also looks like a handy tool to have as well for the heavy guage stuff.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nxavPsio2iw

[Tom]

Stugray,
Yep, exactly why I did it and the nylon ties to keep the connection still extends the life of the connection indefinitely.
The battery cable itself I didn't put solder on, what we in the shipbuilding industry call "tinning". I expect I will be replacing that cable with something more modern soon. It is barely adequate in ga. and has very few strands. I would replace it with something slightly larger and with a greater number of strands. Del City has some I have been looking at, 4 ga. with 133 strands of 0.0171 copper.
Jim,
What leads to good electrical connections is consistency. Having one style and repeatedly using them will make you better over time. I like those for 3 reasons, water resistance at the connector to connector junction, strain relief at the wire to connector junction, and the water/air tightness at that same end. If one would need something more water tight, there are expensive options out there, however for most of our needs your choice is very good.
Tom