[Elecraft] 45A APP Crimper

[Chris Kantarjiev]

Sounds like it's time for me to repost this link to my favorite
article about amateur wiring, solder and crimping :-)

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

I (almost) never use the ubiquitous insulated terminals that are intended
to be crimped once, crushing and uglifying the plastic sleeve in the
process. I pull the stupid sleeve, use a heavy duty crimper (I have
appropriate dies for my West Mountain crimper), and put on a layer
or two of heat shrink to stabilize the joint. If I expect the 
connection to be out in the weather, I lightly solder the open end to
avoid moisture entering the crimp. Even if it's airtight, it can't hurt.

73 de chris K6DBG