best way to joinn cables in cu change ?

[bert1964]

I think this may be what Jeremy is on about HellermannTyton United Kingdom - HelaCon - HelaCon

 

[LukeScotty]

how much do they cost?

 

[montybaber]

agree that ideal word no crimping solid cores and adaptable box with din mount screw terminals inside

but its not ideal im afraid lol

 

[uksel]

JB & DIN rail. that's an idea and a half - good shout there i think from monty

 

[Spudnik]

Guilty of using crimps and still do when space is of a premium.

But, as suggested, suitable enclosure with din rail terminals is the way to go.

 

[montybaber]

I have always stood fast on never crimping solid cables until very recently when i was in a position where it was unavoidable.

I remember thinking at the time about this forum and the various thoughts and I felt guilty doing it after making such a stance on here but I remember thinking to myself

'if you cant beat em join em (literally lol)'

I wont make a habit of it thats for certain but I suppose in certain circumstances I can now see why its unavoidable

 

[bert1964]

how much do they cost?

I got a box of 2 way and a box of 3 way (100/box) £19 delivered from EBAY - work a treat. Obviously need a suitable enclosure.

 

[Stixicus]

I've used some of those HelaCon Plus connectors recently and think they're really good, cost £8.99 for 100 of the 3-way ones . As far as I'm aware they can only be used on cables between 1mm and 2.5mm, but i've seen some similar-ish ones on Ebay made by "Wago" described as "lever connector block electric crimps" which will apparently take up to a 4mm stranded core.