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Silver Solder Technique
for Attachment of Leads to Strain Gages

Lead Preparation

Step 2

For static test measurements, cut three equal lengths of nickel-clad solid copper leadwire with fiberglass insulation, such as M-LINE 126-GWF [AWG No. 26 (0.016 in, or 0.4 mm)].

Step 3

Flame-burnish 1 in (25 min) of the leadwire ends with a match to prevent fraying of the fiberglass.

Step 4

Strip approximately 0.75 in (20 mm) of insulation from the end of each leadwire being careful not to nick the conductors. Clean the stripped ends with a pencil eraser to remove any oxidation.



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