[Elecraft] KBT1 connectors

[COLIN WHITMORE]

'Crafters,

I purchased the KBT1 a while ago, but have not installed it 
yet because I have been looking for a decent way of 
removing the KBT1 lid when not in use. The KBT1 is normally 
hard-wired to the main board, so it makes it difficult to 
separate the two when needed. 

The biggest concern with most of the connectors is the 
potential to have an exposed connector tip bouncing around 
inside the K1 case when the KBT1 lid/battery pack is not 
installed. I went to a local R/C hobby store and viola! They 
had the connectors used for the batteries on R/C cars. 

They are white plastic, snap-secured, and the tips are 
completely shielded on both the male and female connectors. 
They will handle up to 12-14 gauge wire and it only cost $2 
for two pair. The hobby store also had the same connectors 
pre-wired with 3-in pigtails (each end) already attached for 
about the same price (though for one). 

Anyway, hope this is of some use.

Cheers,
Colin
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