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    Horn contact material question

    Not quite that simple...I'll explain; While the manufacturer supplies a ring, they do not supply a specific contact for my application, or any application that I'm aware of. They do manufacture a generic plunger style contact, but it will not work in my application, which is why I am designing one.
  2. StealthyOne

    Horn contact material question

    There is no existing horn connector for the application - hence the custom design.
  3. StealthyOne

    Horn contact material question

    Not sure my original explanation was clear enough... The brass ring is almost always in motion (think of driving a car and how much you turn the wheel, as the ring is literally attached). I do expect wear, but which combo will wear best is the question. I agree the thinner ni coated 510 will...
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    Horn contact material question

    HI First, I'm new here. I have a design problem I am trying to come to resolution on related to a 12v electric horn contact (auto). I'm creating a custom design that consists of an existing (.025" brass I believe) contact "ring". The design problem is what conductive material to interface with...

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