How to solder electrical connections
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Even on crimp terminals, solder AND crimp. | Even on crimp terminals, solder AND crimp. | ||
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It is important to always heat the material (wire, terminal, etc.) to the point that the solder will melt when it contacts the wire or terminal. That assures good contact. Do not just apply the solder to the tip of the gun or soldering iron. This will result in a cold joint. Always melt the solder on the material being soldered. | It is important to always heat the material (wire, terminal, etc.) to the point that the solder will melt when it contacts the wire or terminal. That assures good contact. Do not just apply the solder to the tip of the gun or soldering iron. This will result in a cold joint. Always melt the solder on the material being soldered. | ||
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