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Brent,
Using
only the criterion you expressed below (without regard to the relative merits of
each connection technology), crimped on connectors might have the edge.
Using a ratcheting crimper to attach terminals to wire
ends is much easier than soldering. Because the crimper crimps to the same
degree each time your results will be much more uniform than soldering.
IMHO, crimping is a no-brainer, soldering is an art (relatively
speaking).
As
regards fast-ons; I've seen a 5lbs weight hung from a wire held at the
other end only by a fast-on connector. If appropriate precautions (strain
relief, propers "squeeze" on the female end) are taken I believe the
fast-ons to be more than adequate.
Personally, I base my component selection decisions on the
assumption that the installer is an idiot with two left hands (me). Therefore,
if I exceed the low performance requirement for success the remaining margin
can be put in the safety bank.
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