RE: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] CAT 5 wiring

I think the biggest problem with trying to solder CAT-5 cables is that the
insulation melts back. It doesn't seem to take the heat very well. I
think CAT-5 cable is excellent for signal work. However use
insulation-displacement jacks/sockets. These can be set up with pair of
pliers squeezing the cap if a punch-down tool is not available. Ready made
cables with plugs can be obtained at any computer store. Plus they come in
different colors so a person can color-coordinate cables with machine

Dennis


-----Original Message-----
From: JanRwl@... [mailto:JanRwl@...]
Sent: Saturday, April 07, 2001 9:28 PM
To: CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] CAT 5 wiring


In a message dated 06-Apr-01 23:32:39 Central Daylight Time,
jmelson@... writes:

> Some wires made for insulation-displacement connectors do not have
> platings that are compatible with solder. (I don't think this is true of
> these particular wires, however.) But, I HAVE come across pure
> aluminum wires, and others with strange platings that would not tin
>

Hmmm! News to me! I never heard of any "signal-wire", Cat.5 or whatever,
made of aluminum, nor any solder-incompatible plating! What would that have
to be, magnesium? Never heard of such!

If you can tin it, it is surely OK to use! JRR