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Crimping a ring terminal.
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Previously:
https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/...731#post182914
https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/...339#post188772
https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/...071#post221277
https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/...233#post199843
https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/...430#post154706
my crimpers are the hex type which compress from all sides - does anyone know if this type with a single point of "squeeze" have any benefit, or tradeoffs?
I was told years ago that the goal was to maximise metal contact, reduce internal volume (compress the strands/cores) and essentially microweld the cable to the lug so it was difficult/impossible for corrosion to become an issue. I don;t know if this method is achieving those outcomes.
That hydraulic crimper scales up hand crimpers for insulated terminals, the proportions don't seem to compare.
If I had to guess, that dent reduces interior 'volume' like a hex crimp.
But; can't visualize how indent equals same all round compression, especially the two pocket areas next to it. Pressing round into a crescent isn't logical.
Regarding the seal, have gotten unbelievably good results with adhesive lined shrink tube.