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Why salt water kills boat wiring connections, and how tinned cable, sealed joins and adhesive-lined heat shrink keep 12V circuits working.

Solderstick connectors are rated IP67: dust tight and protected against temporary immersion. Here's what that rating really covers, how to get a reliable seal, and when to add dual wall heat shrink over the top.

How to find and fix common faults on a caravan's 12V system, and why anything on the 230V side must go to a licensed electrician.

Pick the right 12V wire gauge for your 4x4, ute or caravan: an AWG to mm2 chart with Australian auto cable equivalents, voltage drop by run length, and which Solderstick connector colour suits each wire.

A step-by-step guide to repairing a cut 12V wire with a sealed Solderstick splice, including wire that's too short, multi-core cable, and when not to splice at all.