Ep 288 - Master Electrical Crimping: Tips for Strong, Reliable Connections - Travels With Geordie

Learn how to crimp and connect electrical terminals for strong, reliable connections
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Mail➡︎ Peter Knowles, 185-911 Yates Street, Victoria, BC, V8V 4Y9

This video is NOT sponsored. In this video, Peter Knowles progresses with the electrical work on his wooden motor cruiser, focusing on wiring for the navigation, anchor lights, and horn. He demonstrates the use of different crimping tools, comparing non-shrink tube terminals to heat shrink style connectors, emphasizing the importance of proper crimping to avoid damaging the heat shrink material. Peter also discusses issues with wire insulation crowding the terminal holes, reducing conductivity, and the need to trim the insulation to ensure proper metal-to-metal contact.

He proceeds to install new navigation lights, discussing the wiring process, including splicing and the technique for connecting wires using butt connectors. Peter also highlights the importance of using proper wire sizes and demonstrates how to make a secure splice. As he continues his work, he shares insights into the difficulties of choosing the right parts, including a navigation light with a bayonet bulb holder.

Later, he installs the lights on the boat, expressing satisfaction with the setup. Despite facing a few challenges, including the need for further wire connections and the eventual switch to LED lights, Peter makes significant progress in the electrical setup, bringing the boat closer to being ready for its next cruise.

Here's what you'll learn:

Crimping Techniques:
You’ll learn the difference between crimping non-shrink tube connectors and heat shrink connectors. Peter demonstrates the correct way to crimp both types, emphasizing the importance of using the right crimping tool to avoid damaging the heat shrink or insulation, ensuring a tight and durable connection.

Splicing Wires:
Peter explains how to splice wires using butt connectors and shares a trick for using the next size up when splicing larger wires. He also demonstrates how to fold wire for a more secure connection when you can't find the right connector size, providing a practical solution for tight spots.

Electrical Wiring Best Practices:
You'll understand how insulation on wires can affect electrical conductivity if not correctly managed. Peter shows how improperly sized terminals or insulation creeping into the terminal

0:00 - Introduction to the Wiring Project
2:04 - Wiring Navigation Lights
5:01 - Routing Wires Through the Boat
9:11 - Drilling Holes for Wiring
14:01 - Pulling and Connecting the Wires
16:04 - Insulator and Crimping Styles
17:03 - Crimping Heat Shrink Terminals
19:50 - Insulation Creeping Up the Terminal
23:01 - Installing Bayonet Bulb Holder
27:50 - Beer of the Week and Updates

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