looking for a simple solution to solder wires to stainless steel battery contacts. will this do the job?
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It depends. This stuff works well with very small diameter wires that will not be under tension. If they are large wires or if something will push or pull on them, this will probably not work. I used it to re-wire a small switch in a small clip-on light - tiny wires and small space - worked fine. You have to find a way to hold things in place while it dries and make sure to stir it well just before using.
1588983
Connectors are a hit our miss, so soldering is the way to go. Cut the strips the size you want then scratch a small area with a razor knife down to the copper base then put a dab of flux on that area and add a dab of solder with a hot soldering iron. This is called tinning. Do the same to the wire that you are using then take the iron without adding more solder and touch both together. Here's a picture http://www.irv2.com/attachments/photopost/data/500/HPIM0973.JPG
492912
One problem is that the manufacturer doesn't give this use an OK. For low voltage connections--up to 48 volts--try Noco brand NCP-2 battery terminal spray. It doesn't completely dry, but it will keep connections corrosion free to maintain a good connection and reduce friction between moving contacts. I've used NCP-2 since the 1970's for this purpose.
1243943
I have done the same thing I just cut them the leads in half and wire nut them together with small wire nuts. Works fine.
2048076
This is a non-conductive silicone grease. I do not see a problem as long as you do not put grease between battery terminal and cable end. Just coat the outside.
702225
Yes it will !It will prevent moisture from getting on your battery posts .It should prevent corrosion also ,wheel bearing or any type grease works just as well on battery cable connections.
1451096
If you can find a way to hold the two things steady until this stuff dries, it should work. You do have to mix it well. I had good luck applying it with a toothpick. You don't need much if the parts are not under stress tending to pull them apart. It works just like solder but you apply it like glue. Best for tight/small situations. I would not use it for medium/large wires or components.
1626068
I used them to replace the works in a Neuton Lawn Mower battery. I just took out the old ones and put the new ones using the clips from the old ones. I did not need wire connectors but I guess you could get them at the hardware store.
289874
Yes I have soldered ring terminals onto it. You'll have to use a torch. They do sell a all copper wire to I believe. You'll get better performance out of the all copper, but for my application this worked really well. Knukonceptz have really good products. I'm using them for all future purchases.
538076
No. a special tool is recommended but I found soldering them was easy. Good luck
100579
You can buy these> Battery Tender 081-0069-4 Alligator Clips with Black 2-Pin Quick Disconnect PlugAny clip with this same *wire connection* will work fine. I use the ones off of my Battery Tender because they are a few inches longer to make the stretch to a good ground.
1091749
There is a tiny tab that you have to push down when removing the wire from the battery. try using a pen to do so. It is located between the wire and where the metal clip connects.
519885
Yeah I do think the connector is a little too small to connect to the battery. I just spliced a new connector that was large enough to fit around the battery terminal. If you do not have any you can buy them at Walmart for a few dollars.
1256777
There is a "test switch" that you can push that makes contact and turns the unit on. I would assume you could either zip tie that down tight to keep in contact, solder it, or use some other means to maintain contact, but I doubt that would be recommended and do not know if it would eventually overheat or be a fire hazard.
1259469
I truly don't know the answer, but you could make a nut and bolt connection on both ends from the battery cables. Then it would work normally by just unscrewing the middle plastic knob. Only drawback might be that it wiggles.
741560
After every 3 LED's there is a CUT (scissors) line, and right after that line are 2 round contact points. Solder your new wire leads to these. I found it best to TIN the contacts (because they're under the thin plastic coating) and the wires first, then solder them together. I also use RED wire on the side marked DC12V so I'll always know which is the (+) power side of the strip.
2064853
There a some good guides online to do this. I forgot it which one I used, but it took me about 35 minutes to do the whole process and I had never even soldered before.