Soldering two wires together..., Is there a better way? Options

[neo914-6]

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?

[ClayPerrine]

QUOTE (sgomes @ Feb 13 2006, 01:10 PM)

my suggestion:

The only thing worse than butt connectors (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads/post-2-1139857840.jpg) that I cannot verify the crimp is scotchlocks. If I find them on your car, you will hear all sorts of nasty comments about the DACO!!! (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif)

Proper metal crimps (or soldering) and heat shrink make for a far more reliable electrical connection.




I could add some offensive comment about butt connectors and brokeback mountain, but I will let your imagination do it for me. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/happy11.gif)