Re: Wire splicing
Sometimes soldering two or more wires isn't possible for several reasons. Using the proper crimp butt connector is totally acceptable. The biggest issues with compression splices is using the wrong size compression connector and the wrong crimping tool. Each wire terminal or splice is color coded and specifically designed for each wire size. I have seen 20 gauge wire crimped together with a connector that should have been used for 10 gauge wire. Using a cheap $2.00 crimping tool will only result in a loose and potentially dangerous crimp. Also, if you do use shrink sleeve tubing don't use an open flame torch to shrink the tube, use a heat gun designed for shrink sleeve. If you use the correct fitting and crimping tool you will not have a problem.
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