Waterproof Crimp Connectors
Use waterproof crimp connectors to save time on your outdoor wiring projects in wet and damped locations. These revolutionary solder seal wire connectors are a great alternative to traditional crimping and can be used in confined spaces.
This waterproof crimp connector set comes with assorted rings, butt splices, and forks in a clear compartmentalized organizer case. For use with most common cable sizes.
Liquid Tape
This rubber based spray-on liquid tape forms a protective, waterproof, UV-resistant, dielectric seal around spliced electrical wire to protect against corrosion, shortages, and electrical shock. It’s ideal for marine and automotive applications where connections are exposed to moisture and vibration. This product can be used to coat a variety of wiring and screw terminals that are difficult to reach with standard roll tape and shrink tubing.
The spray is easy to apply and dries quickly without cracking, peeling or losing flexibility. It’s also resistant to chemicals, solvents, and saltwater. It can be used to seal connections and components for boats, trailers, cars, trucks, and RV’s. It’s great for bilge pumps, outdoor wiring, timers, sprinkler systems and more. It can be applied in temperatures ranging from -50 °F to 275 °F and resists UV degradation, alkaline solutions, and abrasion.
This product is available in 170 gram aerosol cans. It has a shelf life of 12 months from date of manufacture. To extend the life of this product, it’s recommended that it be stored in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight and moisture. The date code can be found on the top of the can and is a 5 digit sequence that begins with the year. It’s also recommended that this product be used in a well ventilated area.
Heat Shrink Tube
Heat shrink tubing is a type of plastic that shrinks to a smaller size when exposed to high temperatures. It comes in different materials to suit specific applications. For example, polyolefin is ideal for electrical insulation and strain relief. It also has good chemical resistance and abrasion-resistance. It is also available in a range of colors for colour-coding and component identification.
When choosing heat shrink tube, pay attention to its expanded and recovered inside diameters. The expanded diameter refers to the tubing’s diameter before it is shrunk, waterproof crimp connectors and the recovered diameter refers to its diameter when fully recovered in your application. For the best results, select a tube with an expanded diameter that is comfortably larger than the wires and cables you need to insulate.
You should also consider the handling and installation requirements of your project when selecting heat shrink tubing. When using a heat gun to apply heat, be careful not to overheat the tube. Overheating it can cause it to expand and create gaps in the insulation, which will allow moisture to seep in and damage the components. Also, make sure the tube is applied evenly to ensure that it covers the cable or wire as well as possible. Finally, remember to remove the heat source when the tubing is completely shrunk and cooled down.
Adhesive
Adhesive (also known as glue, cement, mucilage or paste) is any substance that, when applied to one or both surfaces of two separate items, will bond them together and resist separation pressure. There are several types of adhesives available, including natural and synthetic.
Many people use some form of adhesive regularly. The most familiar example is likely the adhesive used on the back of sticky notes, masking tape, insulation tape and duct tape. This type of adhesive, known as pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA), is solvent-free and requires only light pressure to activate it. PSA can be found on single-sided tapes, as well as double-sided ones with an adhesive on both sides.
The durability of an adhesive bond depends on its adhesion and cohesion properties. Adhesion results from the contact between the adhesive and the adherend surface, with molecular interactions such as van der Waals forces contributing significantly to its strength. Cohesion results from the cohesive bonds between the adhesive and the adherend molecules and can be weakened by chemical factors such as moisture, weathering or radiation.
Structural adhesives provide high-performance solutions for applications requiring durable, robust results. They are available in a range of formulations to meet specific application requirements, such as low or high temperatures, speed of curing, surface resistance and other characteristics. These include epoxies (one and two part formulations), acrylics, urethanes and cyanoacrylates.
Crimping Tool
A crimp is a type of solderless electrical connection using physical pressure to join the contacts. The ideal crimp joint combines low electrical resistance with good mechanical strength, and it deforms the strands of the wire to provide the largest possible surface area for conducting electricity. This also prevents oxygen and moisture from getting into the contact, reducing corrosion and improving the long-term reliability of the connector.
A quality crimp tool is essential for creating a strong, reliable electrical connector. They come in a variety of sizes and are designed to work with different cable diameters. The tool’s handle should be comfortable to hold, and the crimper must be matched with the wire gauge it will be working with. It’s important to strip the insulation correctly (as per installation instructions) and then insert the crimp connector onto the wire. The crimper must then be squeezed down tightly to create the crimp.
The crimping process is much faster than soldering, and it waterproof connectors also produces a more durable connection. If done incorrectly, however, it may result in corrosion, sporadic or poor connections and even total connection failure.
There are various types of crimping tools on the market, including handheld, hydraulic and hammer-type. Many offer a convenient and user-friendly design that is easy to use with one hand, making them ideal for DIY enthusiasts and professional electricians alike. For example, some crimping tools feature color-coded nests that match common connector colors, and others have wire gauges printed on them to help users select the right crimp size.