| Question: What does this connector look like? |
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| Question: What variations of this connector are available? |
Answer: Spade terminals vary in cable size, connection method type, plating and insulation. The cable size indicates the size of cable that the ring terminal can be attached to.
| Connection Method |
Advantage |
| Solderless |
Easier to connect to the cable.
Doesn't require a soldering iron. |
| Solder-type |
More secure connection to the cable. |
| Plating |
Advantage |
| Nickel-plated |
Costs less. |
| Gold-plated |
Greater corrosion resistance and conductivity. |
| Insulation |
Advantage |
| Non-insulated |
Larger conductive surface, allows customized insulation. |
| Insulated |
Easier to use, no additional insulation required. |
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| Question: What is this connector used for? |
Answer: Spade terminals are used primarily for speaker connections and test equipment connections.
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| Question: What cable or cables are used with this connector? |
Answer: Spade terminals are used on single-conductor wire, such as speaker cable.
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| Question: How is this connector attached to the cable? |
Answer: Spade terminals are either soldered or otherwise attached to the stripped conductor on the cable.
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| Question: Where can I get this type of connector? |
Answer: Spade terminal connectors can be ordered on-line, through your local RadioShack store, or by calling our order center at 800-241-8742.
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