Splice

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-005535",
  "term": "Splice",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "To join two or more conductors, such as wires or optical fibers, permanently to establish electrical continuity or optical signal transmission. This connection can be made through mechanical means, soldering, crimping, or fusion, depending on the material and application. Proper splicing maintains the integrity of the circuit and minimizes signal loss, with specific techniques defined by standards like those from the National Electrical Code (NEC).",
  "subject": "Electrical engineering",
  "see_also": [
    "lineman splice",
    "mechanical splice",
    "rat-tail splice",
    "splice grafting",
    "splice tape",
    "Western Union splice"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Verbindung",
    "es": "empalme",
    "fr": "épissure"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/splice/"
}