1. Common termination methods:
Terminal and crimping
Common termination methods:
Termination is a key concept in connector design. It refers to the method used to join a terminal and a conductor. Good termination assures solid electrical contact and maximum strength between the conductor and the terminal.
Below is the common termination methods:
Crimping
     Insulation displacement connection （IDC）
    Wire wrap
   Soldering
    Surface mount technology (SMT)
    Press-fit
Termination is the method used to join a terminal to conductor. Good termination assure solid electrical contact and maximum strength.
The common termination methods, include crimping, IDC, wire wrap, soldering, SMT and press-fit.

2. Terminal and Crimping Termination Type Soldering Press-fit IDC Wrap
SMT
Crimping
Here are pictures of various type of termination.

3. Knowledge Check
Press-fit connector used more solder compare SMT connector when assembled to PCB.
A. True
B. False
Plating is the process of coating terminals of base metal with a layer of nickel, tin, or gold to improve their electrical performance.
IDC method may be used for an un-insulated wire as well.