Types of splices

eye splice – A splice where the working end is spliced into the working part forming a loop. ring splice – Attached the working end of a rope to a ring or clew. chain splice – Attached the working end of a rope to a chain. figure-eight splice knot- A splice-like bend knot used for joining two ropes.

Secondly, what are the common wire splices? Common Electrical Wire splices and Joints

Y-Splice. Knotted tap. Plain tap joint. Aerial Tap. Duplex cross joint. Western Union Short-tie Splice. Western Union Long-tie Splice. Cross Joint.

Likewise, what does it mean to splice something?

verb (used with object), spliced, splic·ing. to join together or unite (two ropes or parts of a rope) by the interweaving of strands. to unite (timbers, spars, or the like) by overlapping and binding their ends.

How do I connect two wires without soldering?

What you need: a roll of electrical tape and two wires whose ends have been twisted together. First, lay the twisted part of the wires onto a strip of electrical tape. Wrap the tape around the wires tightly 5-6 times, making sure to cover up all the wire. Give your connection a tug to make sure it is strong.