Brass wire ends install/solder

[rotorwrench]

I only use brass when I have no other choice in my kit. I purchase every old copper terminal I run across. You just can't beat copper for good energy transfer unless you own a gold or silver mine.

Most solder paste types don't use resin. I use the stuff for silver soldering but that's about it. Too much solder capillates too far up the wire and makes it brittle. Acid type flux can be corrosive.

[s.e.charles]

Originally Posted by rotorwrench

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Most solder paste types don't use resin. I use the stuff for silver soldering but that's about it. Too much solder capillates too far up the wire and makes it brittle. Acid type flux can be corrosive.

maybe only on boats, but the expedition guys also poo-poo the use of soldered connections specifically for the vibration/ break cycle.

cars get away with this why?

thanks,

sid