More Re: Drive mfrs recommendations for MOTOR cables ?

In 14 years of working on Industrial CNC machining and Turning
centers, I've never seen a failed solder join (that wasn't bad to
begin with)

--- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@y..., "jim davies" <jdavies@a...> wrote:
>
> > Should we crimp AND solder, or
> > > just crimp? Or just solder? What are the tradeoffs?
> >
> > All connectors on large commercial aircraft are crimped only.
> > This I am told, is because the solder will wick up the wire under
> > the insulation a bit and that part will not be flexible, which
can
> > then break. Of course we also use $350.00 calibrated crimpers
> > and $100.00 (and up) circular connectors. Something, I'm sure
> > most home shop guys don't use. I know I sure don't.
> >
> The same can be said about automotive OE connectors. None are
> soldered but the crimping tool and connectors are not the commonly
> available ones. They are not as pricey as aircraft, so would be
worth
> looking for. OTOH, soldered connectors if done properly are great
> [IMO] in a non-vibration situation.