Is This Safe?

[WntrMute2]

I'm wiring up a power supply for an amp and have a question about wiring the IEC inlet.
The connectors on the back are sized perfectly to fit 0.250 female slip-on connectors. Should I ignore these and solder directly to the spades or would using a female connector be safe? I'm not looking to cut corners, just wondering.

Thanks in advance.

 

[JonSnell Electronic]

The lugs are designed primarily for the connectors you show. Soldering is also an option as is wire wrapping.
Answer, yes it is safe to use crimp connectors.

 

[as_audio]

Soldering these can damage the plastic sometimes.

 

[sq225917]

Just sleeve them with heat shrink after fitting, then all bare metal is hidden. Just make life easier during those slipped with a metal tool when powered up moments.

 

[KVP]

If you don't feel comfortable, you can always put a piece of heat shrink.

 

[WntrMute2]

Thanks all. Crimped on some good quality terminals and used some adhesive lined 3:1 heat-shrink tubing.

 

[Tromperie]

The aim should be to ensure no mains carrying conductors are exposed.

 

[Vovk Z]

I think it is as safe as soldering, or even much safe (because solder can melt).
I just add that it is better to add additional isolation to those open connectors. I use specilised silicone ones, but anything will be good (heat shrink etc).
Oh, I see it was said yet.

 

[Mark Tillotson]

Just sleeve them with heat shrink after fitting, then all bare metal is hidden. Just make life easier during those slipped with a metal tool when powered up moments.

Or get shrouded connectors in the first place - you can buy the shrouds separately, flexible transparent rubber boots basically. This sort of thing: Flexible PVC Covers For Non-Insulated Terminals | 12 Volt Planet


Basically there should not be exposed mains metal inside a box that can accidentally be touched.

 

[adason]

heat shrinking wrap is good idea, I always do that
besides, it looks professional once done

 

[Kay Pirinha]

Thanks all. Crimped on some good quality terminals and used some adhesive lined 3:1 heat-shrink tubing.

Btw, the terminals you've been showing in your 1st posting aren't good ones, as they don't grasp the cable insulation.
Best regards!

 

[WntrMute2]

∆. Noted. They were just an internet photo showing what I wanted to ask about.