[Elecraft] Re: Crimped connectors

[Chris Kantarjiev]

Soldered connections avoid corrosion, but can cause an overly stiff 
joint that will break from movement or vibration. Aircraft have lots of 
vibration, so they count on crimping ... and, typically, tin- or 
silver-plated wire.

Soldered connections should be supported with heatshrink to avoid early 
fatigue failure. All wiring connections, crimped or soldered, should be 
dressed to avoid strain!

Here's a post I saved from long ago:

http://www.dimebank.com/misc/soldered_connections.html

73 de chris K6DBG