Placement of the SLU-35 Terminal Lugs

[Don Wright]

But, if I'm understanding the rules correct, unlike last year, we aren't required to use the SLU-35 lugs if we properly connect alternative and proper connectors to the #6 wires.

From the Q&A forum:
http://forums.usfirst.org/showthread.php?t=296

I was hoping for some clarification on a rule in the manual. In section 5.3.5 Electrical System Rules, part of rule <R54> reads:

“The [Battery] connector must be attached with either the copper SLU-35 lugs provided in the Terminal Supply Bag or appropriate crimp-on lug connectors” (pg16).

To clarify the rule, is a terminal like the attached image acceptable to use when it is, “first lightly crimped on the wire and then soldered,” (2006 FIRST Guidelines, Tips, & Good Practices, Rev A; Page 15; last paragraph) with a quality solder connection per the recommendations of the Society of Automotive Engineers specifications, or is it imperative that we use the solder-less lugs given to us in the kit?

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Default Re: Clarification on SLU-35 Lugs
The terminal you suggest is an appropriate crimp-on lug connector.

[Al Skierkiewicz]

Originally Posted by Don Wright

But, if I'm understanding the rules correct, unlike last year, we aren't required to use the SLU-35 lugs if we properly connect alternative and proper connectors to the #6 wires.

From the Q&A forum:
http://forums.usfirst.org/showthread.php?t=296

Yes you are correct, and the description applies to those connectors as well. The original question was specifically about the SLU 35 use.

[Don Wright]

Thanks Al. I was just verifying my understanding without asking the question.

Off topic...is 111 coming to either the Detroit or Great Lakes regional?

[Al Skierkiewicz]

No, Unfortunately, I like GLR a lot.
We are sort of the host for Midwest and will be attending Milwaukee also. A lot of rookies at both events. A lot of new faces to meet.

[Don Wright]

Good luck and see you in Atlanta!

[Rombus]

Also remember if your using a solder on connector on the 6 gauge wire use an iron that can get it hot enough. Most common PCB/electronics irons wont putout enough heat to make a good secure connection!