[Ares-races] 12 volt power connectors

Sun, 30 Nov 2003 13:48:55 -0500

Gee, from all the comments I've read, it seems I'm the only one who not only has
NOT had problems with the role pins, but has to use a small drift punch to get
them out.  (I had to tap them in with a hammer.)  To separate the housings is
nearly impossible.

Rick Hampton, WD8KEL

Marlo Montanaro- KA2IRQ wrote:

> George,
>
> I think you're referring to what they call Roll Pins for the PowerPoles.
> Check this link for further information:
>
> http://www.westmountainradio.com/optipsrr.htm
>
> (scroll down a bit to the section "Do Not Use Roll Pins on PowerPoles!")
>
> Most PowerPole users do not use the roll pin as it is not necessary in most
> instances.  The friction-fit between the red/black connectors is usually
> enough to keep them together.  If you use the Roll Pins and they fall out,
> it is possible they can fall into equipment and cause a short circuit.
>
> 73,
> Marlo
> KA2IRQ
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: [email protected]
> [mailto:[email protected]]On Behalf Of George Andrews
> Sent: Sunday, November 30, 2003 1:01 PM
> To: [email protected]
> Subject: Re: [Ares-races] 12 volt power connectors
>
> All:
>
> Anyone have any problems with the driftpin that holds the two connectors
> together? I have had that problem with one pair. Using a cable tie to keep
> the two together. I am switching stuff that is likely to be used for ARES to
> Power Poles because of the current trend.
>
> Happy Holidays and 73
>
> George Andrews, RRPT
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