Dear all, thank you for your replies.
They do make this in smaller sizes for test leads etc. Try looking for ' test lead wire '
Yep, there are some eBay sellers offering this, it could be a very good source.
If there is a weakness where the strands enter the crimp it needs additional strain relief.
Indeed, the very fine strands are very quick to split if mechanically stressed. Sharp edges are a real killer for those.
These are the ones I know of:
http://www.daburn.com/2671UltraFlexibleSub-MiniatureWire-U/LSTYLE15681692.aspx
http://www.daburn.com/2722PlasticKinklessTestLeadWire-5000V.aspx
Nice, indeed. It looks way more expensive than the equivalent Farnell offering. However, you have way more options to configure.
i've made some nice wet noodle clip leads and adapters from turnigy silicon wire. link
Hey, that's interesting. Especially since some other useful stuff could be found in the store. Thank you!
http://rhu004.sma-promail.com/SQLImages/kelmscott/Molex/PDF_Images/63800-0029_64016-0065.pdf
Good stuff. Many thanks!
I buy the cheap alligator test leads, then I take them apart and solder them. I even put a couple of layers shrink tube around the connection to give it a little more heft and grip.
I like to the fact that I'm able to order very cheap stuff from China (while my local store wants to sell me the same stuff for 10x the price). Also, I'm very happy that I can actually afford and find things that I only dreamed about when I was young and enthusiast.
However, one of the drawbacks is that sometimes you have to check and fix some of the stuff you buy. The alligator cables or test leads are very good examples. I have found many with insufficient soldering or crimping, very cheap wires, broken springs, etc
Cheers,
Dan