[Collins] Collins Hardware

[Gerald]

On Sun, 2005-07-10 at 08:32 -0300, David Knepper wrote:
> I have been searching for those cup washers and screws as replacements for
> those on the 32V series transmitters, etc.  I know that Mouser Electronics
> has the cup washers for 12 cents a piece.
> 
> Locally, we have an outlet/discount store that has this hardware for 5 cents
> for the cup washers and 4 cents for the stainless steel (10-24 X 1 inch)
> Phillips oval head.  A box of 100 screws is only $4.00  The screws are a bit
> long but they will work nicely.
> 
> Incidentally, this store carries the best selection of hardware that I have
> ever seen in my life.  And, it is only 15 miles away which is the best part!
> 
> I am going to stock this hardware at the CRA Collins Store.  My cost plus
> postage and handling.  Inquire if interested.
> 
> Just another reason to join the CRA.
> 
> David, W3ST
> Publisher of the Collins Journal
> Secretary to the Collins Radio Association
> To Join the CRA go to www.collinsra.com
> Nets:  3805 KHz, Monday/Wednesdays 8 PM EST and 14250 KHz Saturday, 12 Noon
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> 
LONG screws are a benefit when hanging a heavy rack panel mounted item.
Put in the bottom screws first. Then you don't bend the panel. Sometimes
with really heavy stuff it works best to put the bottom screws in from
the back, then use washers and nuts out front. With the screws to rest
the equipment on, one person can hang a much heavier hunk of equipment.

Its even neater to line the cup washers with nylon cup washers. Then you
don't CUT into the panel's paint.
-- 
73, Jerry, K0CQ, Technical Advisor to the CRA
All content copyright Dr. Gerald N. Johnson, electrical engineer