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How to Crimp Solar Connectors
When it comes to electrical connections, the person conducting the wiring must be experienced; otherwise must follow proper instructions. A tiny mistake can cause the whole electrical system to shut down or completely damage. The same applies to connecting or repairing solar connections. If the contact between the wires becomes loose or touched wrongly, the system can damage instantly, and that’s where crimping comes in. I recently built a DIY solar generator, and I learned that the best way to crimp is to press the wires inserted into a...
Choosing the Safest Tool for Stripping Wire Insulation
Regardless of the tool, you intend to use, stripping wire insulation is a tasking chore. It’s also prone to domestic hazards. That’s why there are recommended tools for it. These tools lessen the risk that comes with this activity. Many people prefer to use the traditional knife to strip the wire of its insulation. The downside of this is that it may damage not only the naked wires but also injure the person handling them. Instead of this high-risk option, one should opt for a high-quality wire stripper that can easily slice through the insulation without harming you or the wires? Stripping wire insulation or ...
The DMS-59 Cable
If you want to connect a couple of monitors to your video card, the solution you are looking for is a DMS-59 adapter cable. A DMS-59 cable is designed to support DVI-I. Hence, it comes with various connection options including HDMI, VGA, DVI, or a VGA and DVI combination. The Basics about a DMS-59 Connector ...
Audio Switch Buying Guide
An audio switch is used to control the sounds of several playback devices and sound sources connected to each other. So, the usual setup is that you have several sound sources, such as an MP3 player, CD player, tuner, tablet, and more. You will switch them from your PC boxes and headphones or the audio input of a mixer, surround system, or stereo. Once all sound sources are connected with cables, you can choose which source to hear using an audio switch. Everything You Need to Know About an Audio Switch Here is everything you need to know about choosing the best audio switch for your needs. 1. Audio ...