Carl Denk wrote: > In aircraft work, if at all possible, the connection is crimped, and > solder is not preferred by a whole lot! As mentioned solder makes the > joint more likely to break, and then there is the issue of flux > corrosion. A good wire stripper also is worth it. I have a speedex that > cuts the insulation without nicking the wire (important), grips an > inch away and pulls the insulation off nicely. There are others out > there, make sureit doesn't cut strands or nick. > I really like the the speedex and use it the most. I will try to break the solder habit. Thanks for the tips everyone! Chris -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist