[TowerTalk] Soldering Radials?

[Rick Karlquist]

F5vjc wrote:
> Well many thanks to all for advice on this subject.
>
> Opinion seems to be divided as to whether normal soldering is good for
> this outdoor application.
>

My experience is that I have 1000's of silver soldered ("Stay-Brite" brand)
connections, that are going strong after 10 years.  Occasionally,
I have made temporary connections with 60/40 and those rot away within
a year or so.  YMMV.

Rick
N6RK