Below is a list of common wire connectors and their intended purposes. There are far more than 12 types of wire connectors ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Wire connectors are electrical fasteners that are essential to help you join (splice) ...

Not knowing how to troubleshoot electrical issues is a death sentence for any DIYer’s bank account. Your only other option is a wild goose chase by throwing money at your car until the problem’s fixed ...

Ever peered into the headlight housing of a vintage bike and discovered that horrible things had been done to the wiring? Electrical tape, wire nuts and sloppy soldering are just a few examples. We ...

The ­American Boat and Yacht Council says that we can solder, but we must also use a mechanical connection. The thinking is that a ­soldered connection makes the wire brittle and, due to the natural ...

The need to splice a few wires is a very common requirement in electronics and electrical situations ranging from in-progress prototype at the bench to the final assembled product. There are various ...