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    Default Best wire connectors for LED lights?

    Looking for the best connector for LED lights.
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    The oem waterproof type are available and not expensive from Value Accessories. These work well and give an oem appearance while being waterproof.

    http://store.valueaccessories.net/Sp...onnectors.aspx

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    Quote Originally Posted by SpyderAnn01 View Post
    Posi-taps
    While I like Posi-Taps for certain stuff, typically here in the tropics with humidity and rain, water gets into the Posi-Tap causing corrosion. Overtime the corrosion messes with the electrical circuit and often corrosion wicks up the wires length. They are quick and easy though.

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    Like Anne said, Posi-Taps. To combat the humidity, I put a dab of silicon sealer on the ends where the wire goes into the Posi-Tap.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Grandpot View Post
    Like Anne said, Posi-Taps. To combat the humidity, I put a dab of silicon sealer on the ends where the wire goes into the Posi-Tap.
    Downside of most silicone sealants is they contain acid that adds to the issues. Maybe consider non acid silicone sealant or silicone dielectric compound. Regardless, glad to read it works for you without issues.

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    Thank you. This is very helpful. Safe riding

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    They make waterproof positaps!
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    and dielectric grease!!
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    Quote Originally Posted by Rawspyder View Post
    Looking for the best connector for LED lights.
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    All good points above, but I have to ask: are these decorative LEDs or high-power LEDs, like driving lights?

    The need for weather protection still exists, but I might use different connectors, based on light type and location.

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    Delphi connectors work well and weather packs.

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