[Elecraft] Crimper

[Keith D Jones]

Since I get the digest I can't reply inside the thread.

 

Here is an excellent discussion of the type of crimp tools and how to make a
proper "marine grade" connection,
http://www.pbase.com/mainecruising/wire_termination .  On page 3 he tests
the crimps hanging 95 lbs. of anchors from the crimp.

 

On the boat I use FTZ terminals and butt splices - either the heat shrink
variety or they have a new "cool seal" product that has some sealant that is
activated via the crimp - great in the field.  I buy my FTZ products from
www.fisheriessupply.com .

 

The guy that did this pictorial, RC, does great photo instructional essays -
there is a good one on making battery cables
http://www.pbase.com/mainecruising/battery_cables  and even one on crimping
a PL259 http://www.pbase.com/mainecruising/vhf_cable .

 

Hope you find this useful.

 

73,

 

Keith, N4KDJ