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billhuntersemail(at)gmail
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Posted: Sun Apr 24, 2016 7:44 am Post subject: Two Quick Questions

I decided to go with the “Maxi fuse” method of protecting the electrical bus feed.

 

http://www.amazon.com/Bussmann-HHX-Maxi-Line-Holder/dp/B000CZ2Z92?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s01

 

I was real surprised by the thickness of this inline fuse case and wire as it is much bigger in person than on the screen.

 

What is the best method to splice a 6 AWG wire to a 8 AWG wire?

 

Also, what is the best method to cut 2 AWG Tefzel cable (and other heavy duty cable)?

 

..

 

Tanks!!!

 

Bill  Hunter

 

From: owner-aeroelectric-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-aeroelectric-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Michael Lazarowicz

Sent: Sunday, April 24, 2016 8:31 AM

To: aeroelectric-list(at)matronics.com

Subject: Re: Re: Switch quality

 

My fat thumb on small phone .  not Tanks but thanks.



On Sunday, April 24, 2016, Michael Lazarowicz <tllaz330(at)gmail.com (tllaz330(at)gmail.com)> wrote: 	  Quote: 	
		  

Tanks to everyone fore tier input,  I did not mean to start a debate over screw verses fast on tabs.  My real issue was with the Manufacturer quality of the switches.  I have a couple of Carling's and eve  though they make screw on terminals the Honeywell just appeared to be better made.  IN the bis=g scheme of things, the cost of the 7 switches are just a tiny drop compared to what  Garmin has removed from my bank account.  This is my first shot at this kind of wiring.  My 1946 T-craft has no electrical and the Old A7 mag switch is a study in bad design all by its self.



Mike 



 

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ceengland7(at)gmail.com wrote: 	  Quote: 	
		  

On 4/23/2016 7:54 AM, Michael Lazarowicz wrote:Seriously, screw terminals are more likely to come loose than the fast

on tabs, 	




Then I better replace my wing bolts, landing gear bolts, elevator bolts, cylinder bolts etc., etc., etc.



Because they are all attached with threaded connectors. 	


And all the bolts that attach parts that are subject to rotation have castle nuts and cotter keys, right?



My original post was intended to be a bit light hearted, but it's not a falsehood. Yes, if everything is done properly, screw terminals will be secure. But try half installing a blade terminal on its blade, and half tightening a screw on a ring terminal. Then see which is more prone to loosening when the wires are wiggled. I know none of us who are perfect pilots and perfect a/c assemblers would ever make such a mistake, but 'stuff happens'.



The real point is that quality blade connectors are plenty good enough for aviation use.



Charlie





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Posted: Sun Apr 24, 2016 8:08 am Post subject: Two Quick Questions

Bill,

The best tool for cutting fat wire is:



http://www.bandc.aero/heavydutycablecutter.aspx



Not terribly expensive and will easily cut fat wire all day.  Might also try Amazon and see if they have a better price.



Splicing 6 AWG to 8 AWG is a bit more of a chore.  Check with companies like McMaster/Carr ( mcmaster.com ), Grainger ( grainger.com ), Fastenal ( fastenal.com)or even Amazon.com.  I’m sure one or more of them will have 6 AWG butt splices which can probably be used to connect 6 to 8.  Most likely will take a heavy duty crimper though.



Another alternative is:



http://www.bandc.aero/electrical-terminals-splices.aspx



The ring terminals at the bottom for 6 & 8 AWG wire with a suitable short bolt to connect and lots of heavy shrink to cover.



Again, this will require a heavy duty crimper of some sort.



These are off the top of my head.  Others may have better ideas.



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On Apr 24, 2016, at 10:43 AM, William Hunter <billhuntersemail(at)gmail.com (billhuntersemail(at)gmail.com)> wrote:

I decided to go with the “Maxi fuse” method of protecting the electrical bus feed.

 

http://www.amazon.com/Bussmann-HHX-Maxi-Line-Holder/dp/B000CZ2Z92?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s01

 

I was real surprised by the thickness of this inline fuse case and wire as it is much bigger in person than on the screen.

 

What is the best method to splice a 6 AWG wire to a 8 AWG wire?

 

Also, what is the best method to cut 2 AWG Tefzel cable (and other heavy duty cable)?

 

..

 

Tanks!!!

 

Bill  Hunter

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Posted: Sun Apr 24, 2016 11:19 am Post subject: Two Quick Questions

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 What is the best method to splice a 6 AWG wire to a 8 AWG wire? 	


   Any sort of manufactured splicing product will

   add considerable 'bulk' to the wire. My personal

   favorite for a trim joint is to strip about 5/8"

   insulation off both ends to be mated. Fan out the

   strands on the 6AWG and use a sharp nosed wire

   cutter to trim out about 1/3 to 1/2 of its strands.

   Fan the strands on the 8AWG then interleave them

   into the stands of the larger wire and form the

   expanded strands back into a tight bundle.



   You can wrap the interleaved strands with some

   small wire . . . strip off a chunk of 22AWG

   to use the bare wires for 'binding' . . .

   then solder the joint. Cover with shrink when

   cooled.



 

 

   Bob . . .

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billhuntersemail(at)gmail
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Posted: Sun Apr 24, 2016 3:14 pm Post subject: Two Quick Questions

Thanks for the advice!!!

 

Here is an interesting product.

 

http://www.amazon.com/Pico-2287PT-Electrical-Connector-Package/dp/B001R6IB1Q?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00

 

I will report back on it.

..

 

Cheers!!!

 

Bill  Hunter

 



 

From: owner-aeroelectric-list-server(at)matronics.com [mailto:owner-aeroelectric-list-server(at)matronics.com] On Behalf Of Robert L. Nuckolls, III

Sent: Sunday, April 24, 2016 12:18 PM

To: aeroelectric-list(at)matronics.com

Subject: Re: Two Quick Questions

  	  Quote: 	
		  

 

What is the best method to splice a 6 AWG wire to a 8 AWG wire? 	




  Any sort of manufactured splicing product will

  add considerable 'bulk' to the wire. My personal

  favorite for a trim joint is to strip about 5/8"

  insulation off both ends to be mated. Fan out the

  strands on the 6AWG and use a sharp nosed wire

  cutter to trim out about 1/3 to 1/2 of its strands.

  Fan the strands on the 8AWG then interleave them

  into the stands of the larger wire and form the

  expanded strands back into a tight bundle.



  You can wrap the interleaved strands with some

  small wire . . . strip off a chunk of 22AWG

  to use the bare wires for 'binding' . . .

  then solder the joint. Cover with shrink when

  cooled.





  Bob . . .

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