DannyB1954 said:I don't understand why people want to put the wire into molten solder. For the solder to actually adhere to the copper, the copper needs to be hot. Pushing cold copper into hot solder leaves a chance for poor adhesion. I put the wire in, heat up the lug, then let the copper melt the solder and it runs down into the cavity. No chance the copper or lug will be too cold.
highdesertranger said:nobody ever mentions military terminals? they will handle 2 cables no problem. the bolt is 3/8". they are low profile, they come in lead and various other alloys depending on the application. boots are also available. I just want to let everyone know there are options to those silly marine terminals that auto parts store sell.
highdesertranger
Vanada said:So is there any danger in an oversized terminal hole or am I just being overly diligent?
SternWake said:Depends on how much amperage they are asked to pass, and if the ring terminal is not centered, how much surface area remains?
( It is hard to keep them centered, but not impossible)
SternWake said:Proper ring terminals for battery connections do not have that open ended gap that can allow corrosive gasses to get inside and work their evil.
I've used those in your link, as home depot sells them, but after crimping,
I cover the gap with solder
http://www.genuinedealz.com/cable-lug-tinned-copper-ring-4-awg-gauge-stud-size-1-4-inch
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