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[coopdog]

hi guys im doing some electric work and need some help on a couple of things,

 

i want these but i dont really like crimping, can i just take the plastic off and solder straight to them?

http://www.ebay.co.u...kwAAOSwx2dYGjWR

 

also i have a Nodiz ignition and i want to add another wire the multiplug what do i need to add one?

 

and for the last one what is the best size wire to use on gauge and low amp use?

thanks

[nicklouse]

I would not for many reasons.

Material and area of connection.

[coopdog]

I would not for many reasons.

Material and area of connection.

 

in answer to what question?

[coopdog]

The NODIZ Pro™ features an automotive standard connector for various connections to be made to the engine and other systems. The main connector is a 20-way WHITE MOLEX style plug

thats the type of plug for the Nodiz

[KernowCooper]

The 20 way Molex Plugs use connections which are usually crimped, the main reason is wicking where if you labour to long with the iron the solder back tracks up the wire and can make the wire snap at the end of the solder. But saying that I have soldered various types over the years without failure and very careful use of a needle point iron. The terminals with the plastic covers I have found to be weak or weaker if the covers stripped off, there primary use is crimp, just buy ones designed without the covers which are constructed for that application. On standard 6.3mm Lucar connectors I always use the ones with the clear rubber boots which were O.E back in the day.

 

If you do crimp then please don't use those cheap crimp pliers off ebay, all they do is put 2 flats on the terminal and is the single most failure I see on DIY wiring, get the ratchet type/

Edited by KernowCooper, 19 April 2017 - 07:16 PM.

[FlyingScot]

Good quality stuff here, I have used them over several years and they have proper tools for crimping.
https://www.autoelec...lies.co.uk/home

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