Butt Connectors vs Soldering
#14
I've seen too many people accidentally desolder or otherwise bugger up their tinsel leads to support that activity. Again, some skill is required.
Also, some companies (CV for example IIRC) will void warranty if they see solder on a speaker terminal. Be careful.
Also, some companies (CV for example IIRC) will void warranty if they see solder on a speaker terminal. Be careful.
#15
I almost missed this thread, good thing it was not too late, I had a horde of customers here from the last 20 - 10 years ago that all just showed up for warranty claims on bad crimps. (sorry Tom, I had to). It is all in the tool and the quality of the crimp used, I just had 2000 really crappy crimps show up that went straight into the trash as I knew from experience they sucked ****. A good crimp and the right tool makes all the difference in the world.
#16
Originally Posted by JohnVroom
I agree completely with Dukk though I solder more.
I dont know why SQ sanctioning bodies disclike the 'butt' connectors so much but both are fine
I dont know why SQ sanctioning bodies disclike the 'butt' connectors so much but both are fine
#17
Get non insulated crimp butt connectors
strip both wires 1/4 inch
put heat shrink on one wire first.
crimp on butt connector
use soldering iron,, not gun
heat connector and use acid or resin core solder and put solder to connector
make sure solder flows into the wires
let cool a sec
put heat shrink over connection
use lighter, mini torch or heat gun to shrink heat shrink
if you want you can get heat shrink with a glue sealant in it to make
connections water tight.
strip both wires 1/4 inch
put heat shrink on one wire first.
crimp on butt connector
use soldering iron,, not gun
heat connector and use acid or resin core solder and put solder to connector
make sure solder flows into the wires
let cool a sec
put heat shrink over connection
use lighter, mini torch or heat gun to shrink heat shrink
if you want you can get heat shrink with a glue sealant in it to make
connections water tight.
#18
Originally Posted by Dukk
Also, some companies (CV for example IIRC) will void warranty if they see solder on a speaker terminal. Be careful.
#19
Most people just put that terminal on and call it a day, they do not check to see if it is tight or not. Will it rattle off over time for example. How tight is it when it is crimped. I am not a big fan of push on speaker terminals myself, having replaced more than I would care to admit over the years, primarily in the front doors where moisture is prevalent. That leads to rust and a worn connection. A solder job here is a good idea if that is what the customer is paying for.