Is this the real thing (SH775)?

[Steve]

But you also have to consider that many of those who are new to soldering usually subscribe to the drag racer's philosophy:

"If some is good, more is better, too much is enough."

As previously mentioned, solder tends to wick up the wire, past the strain relief, which causes other problems. I tend to agree with a bit of solder, but I try to keep it minimal and as close as possible to the tip of the wire. Solder is not intended as the mechanical bonding agent in a connection. The crimp should be the mechanical connection, solder is basically just a sealant that keeps out corrosion.

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[Nessism]

Crimped terminals are the way to go assuming you have the proper crimping pliers that roll over the crimp ears. If not, solder away. It might be best to pre-tin the wires to keep the heat low and assure the solder doesn't wick up the strands too far. If you do solder cleaning off the old flux is advised since it can mess up the electrical properties of the joint if left uncleaned.

 

[posplayr]

But you also have to consider that many of those who are new to soldering usually subscribe to the drag racer's philosophy:

"If some is good, more is better, too much is enough."

As previously mentioned, solder tends to wick up the wire, past the strain relief, which causes other problems. I tend to agree with a bit of solder, but I try to keep it minimal and as close as possible to the tip of the wire. Solder is not intended as the mechanical bonding agent in a connection. The crimp should be the mechanical connection, solder is basically just a sealant that keeps out corrosion.

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Yes you are correct, and I am going to leave writing the"Idiot's Guide to the Guides" for Soldering up to someone else(you perhaps?).