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shock, corrosion, vibration, physical jarring, and sand and dust. designers can select from a number of different connector materials: brass: brass has excellent conductivity but cannot withstand many insertion and withdrawal cycles. brass loses flexibility as it ages, and under repeated stress experiences
crystallization, which significantly lowers conductivity. it is suited for noncritical, low- contact-force applications, and is easily crimped, soldered, welded, and brazed. beryllium copper: beryllium copper has excellent mechanical, electrical, and thermal properties and resists corrosion and wear...
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