elbandito
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thanks for the tips, I believe I'll find it useful when the time comes
Yes. Correct. I've found that a 24 gauge wire (e.g. - Mogami Neglex, Canare star quad) really works well with these connectors. However, I've sometimes had to trim a very slight layer of the insulation off the wire for the positive conductor to get through the metal tube, so you can solder it to the tip. The work area is small for the positive conductor. But having a pointed soldering tip is key here. I usually push the wire in with a small amount of insulation stripped to reveal the wire. When I push it in, I make sure it lines up with the small tip for soldering. I then use a toothpick to apply some flux, then move in with the soldering iron (with a heated drop of solder on the tip) and apply the solder. This usually results in a very successful connection. Then for the negative connection, I apply flux to the cross-hatch pattern of the connector. I then solder the wire to the cross hatch section directly. Finally, I then use shrink tube to cover it all up and keep it secure.
I don't use those other outer barrels as it can tend to make the connector a bit bulky. Also, if the wire is just slightly too thick you'll have to wrestle with them to get them in place. Also, another option that one can do, is before applying the shrink tube, apply a drop of hot glue from a glue gun into the slot where you soldered the + wire. This will provide some support if the wire would ever be tugged on too hard. Additionally, to make for a very neat and professional job, apply a small wrapping of one or two layers over the connector where you will be applying the shrink tube. This will work to smooth out some of the edges of the gold connector where you made your soldering points.
In the end, it will be good. Best of luck to you !!
thanks for the tips, I believe I'll find it useful when the time comes