My Preferred Method for Installing MC4 Connectors - (Solder VS Crimp)

My Preferred Method for Installing MC4 Connectors - (Solder VS Crimp)
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How to Solder Wires Together and Make a Waterproof Connection
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[@tanishqbhaiji103]

Please use an Amphenol H4 (if I identified correctly) wrench to tighten those, this is not a suitable way as the wrench clicks at the torque spec of the connector.

[@DIYHomesteadProjectsDIYHP10]

I've used regular pliers for many years now and it has not been an issue for me.

[@opera5714]

If using even a little acid flux, better follow up with silicone grease on the connector.

[@tanishqbhaiji103]

You cannot rely on solder to hold when the terminal short circuit temperature is reached and 60/40 solder will already melt at 200c which can a valid working temperature of many cables. And soldering causes a lot of thermal stress on the insulation and the connector assembly.

[@DIYHomesteadProjectsDIYHP10]

Again, I've used solder on these connections for several years now on several different solar set ups and it hasn't been an issue for me.

[@tanishqbhaiji103]

@@DIYHomesteadProjectsDIYHP10 good for you mate

[@djwaffle]

@@DIYHomesteadProjectsDIYHP10 A good silver based solder would actually be appropriate in that application.

[@nightjar2000]

Very Nice detailed video. Good Job!

[@DIYHomesteadProjectsDIYHP10]

Thanks for stopping by!

[@mkahmad2991]

Poor choice of tools

[@DIYHomesteadProjectsDIYHP10]

I used what I had and the cables are still in service. It worked just fine IMO.