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  • Open and Closed Barrel Terminal
    November 20, 2023

    What is the Difference between Open and Closed Barrel Crimps?

    Crimping is one of the widely used methods of making electrical connections. To create functional connections, you need connectors/terminals. Terminals are components made of metal material (copper, stainless steel, aluminum, or brass) used to terminate and connect wires in various...

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  • Cable lug
    November 10, 2023

    How Can I Connect a Battery Cable to a Lug?

    If you work in the automotive, marine, renewable energy industries or often use inverters, you’ll often need to use battery cables. You’ll need to terminate them with a cable lug to connect them to batteries. While you can buy battery...

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  • Pneumatic crimper
    October 26, 2023

    What is a Pneumatic Crimper?

    Crimping requires specific tools that apply pressure to terminals to make crimp connections. However, different types of terminals and wires require different types of crimpers. Pneumatic crimpers are one of the common types of crimping tools used in various applications...

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  • Copper press fittings
    October 23, 2023

    Are Copper Press Fittings Reliable?

    Making reliable connections in plumbing and HVAC projects or repairs is critical. For a long time, professionals in the above industries have relied on soldering to complete connections since it has been a common method. However, things have gradually shifted...

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  • Crimping battery cable
    October 17, 2023

    How to Crimp a Battery Cable

    Battery cables are helpful in the automotive industry, where they connect a battery to the electrical systems. One thing about battery cables is that they need to be terminated on the ends to allow easy connection with a battery. Therefore,...

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  • Wire rope crimping tool
    October 16, 2023

    How to Use a Wire Rope Crimping Tool

    Wire ropes are versatile and used across various industries, from manufacturing, lifting, and automotive to construction. However, most applications require using a wire rope with some type of assemblies, which entails a wire fitting at the end of the wire...

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  • Deutsch Connectors
    October 11, 2023

    Application of Deutsch Connectors

    Deutsch connectors have had a great reputation for decades for making super reliable and long-lasting electrical connections in different applications. Other factors that have made Deutsch connectors a popular option for connector is their ability to withstand extreme temperatures (-55...

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  • Deutsch Connectors
    October 7, 2023

    What are the Different Types of Deutsch Connectors?

    Deutsch connectors are a type of electrical connectors known for their durable and reliable connections even in harsh/challenging weather conditions. They feature a rugged thermoplastic housing (usually a plug and receptacle) and oxidation-resistant terminals. Also, Deutsch connectors come in a...

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  • Battery cable lug crimp
    September 21, 2023

    Should I Crimp or Solder Battery Cable Lugs?

    Crimping and soldering are the most common methods to connect battery cables to lugs. Choosing between the two can be confusing; some people will even recommend applying both ways on a single joint. The debate between soldering and crimping has...

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