Tinn Coated Copper

kilburna

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How important is tinn plated copper wire for saltwater fishing boats? I use heat shrink on butt connectors,& terminal ends.
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JoLin

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Re: Tinn Coated Copper

Hi.

You should be using marine grade wire and connectors on a boat.
 

JB

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Re: Tinn Coated Copper

Hi.

You should be using marine grade wire and connectors on a boat.

That means tinned, multistrand (high flexibility) wire.

You could use stiff, plain copper wire if you are willing to risk having it come apart at sea.
 
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