Sustainable SailingAug 22, 2025
Made some actual progress today. My first 4 #mc4 #solar cable #crimps and my first 4 ferrule crimps.
All these boxes are bolted on. Got some different sized crimp lugs coming tomorrow for the #Renogy Rover boxes.
Should be able to get these connected to 6 solar panels tomorrow (unless we focus on the ac side of things which also needs doing on a dry day).
GeekProjects NewsDec 18, 2023
Ask Hackaday: What Do You Do When You Can’t Solder? https://hackaday.com/2023/12/18/ask-hackaday-what-do-you-do-when-you-cant-solder/ #HackadayColumns #AskHackaday #scotchloks #solderseal #crimps #WAGO
Ask Hackaday: What Do You Do When You Can’t Solder?

Ah, soldering. It’s great for sticking surface mount parts to a PCB, and it’s really great for holding component legs in a plated through-hole. It also does a pretty great job of holdin…

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TomJun 27, 2023
#GoodNews, I found my good #crimps. Not sure why poorly rated, will have to leave a review on the #KleinTools site later. https://www.kleintools.com/catalog/cable-tools/ratcheting-cable-crimper-stripper-cutter-pass-thru
Ratcheting Cable Crimper / Stripper / Cutter, for Pass-Thru™ - VDV226-110 | Klein Tools

Klein Tools Coax Cable Crimper / Wire Stripper / Wire Cutter is a premium, long lasting tool for CAT3, CAT5e and CAT6/6A cable using RJ11/RJ12 standard and RJ45 Pass-Thru™ connectors. Pass-Thru™ technology significantly reduces prep work time; wiring diagram on the tool helps eliminate rework and wasted materials. Compact, non-slip comfort grip reduces hand strain and stores easily. For use with Klein Pass-Thru™ Connectors (in packs of 10, 50 or 200).