[Elecraft] Mic plug

[G3VVT at aol.com]

In a message dated 14/10/05 23:24:44 GMT Daylight Time,  
lee at kimberconsulting.com writes:

The type  is 8 pin Foster connector. I don't know if the UK has a
different name for  it.



Hi Lee,
 
Known as a "locking line socket 8-way" in one of the main component  
supplier's catalogue in the UK. Not heard the term Foster used in the UK though  
presume that may be the Japanese microphone manufacturer who may have been the  
originator.
 
They are a socket rather than a plug as that plug part is mounted on the K2  
or whatever transceiver uses this type of connector. Despite this  are 
commonly referred to as an 8 way mic plug. Still prefer them by a long  way to the 
RJ45 connector that has just about become standard for anything used  mobile.
 
Regards,
Bob, G3VVT