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Can I use Solid wire for rewiring sailboat if not WHY?
Ytter,
As a rule you should use FINE tin plated stranded wire. It should be sheathed with either fiberglass or metal braiding. It can be ordered from an industrial wire supply house. It cost more than other type wire, but the overall cost difference at the job level is minimal. Just as importantly, you should consider the mode of most common failure of wiring. That is corrosion at the wire terminal interface. To avoid the moisture migration cause, you should use crimp terminals without insulation and a crimping tool that provides enough pressure that the terminal to wire connection actually welds. Then shrink tubing is applied and after the terminal is installed the entire connection should be painted with a rubber compound. This also can be ordered from the industrial supplier or directly from OMC. Steve "Ytter" wrote in message ... I've heard different opinions what kind of wire is better for wiring boats.Could you give me some of your expertise? Thank You, Ytter |
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