[Elecraft] what DC connectors?

[Vin Cortina]

Thanks to Leigh, Ron, Randy and Craig for their speedy, and much appreciated 
input.  I have ordered 20 of the 30 amp variety.  I will figure out how to 
connect the wires to the connectors when they get here  :)


Vin  KR2F

K1-4 s/n:1977
KX1  s/n:1476



----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Leigh L Klotz, Jr." <Leigh at WA5ZNU.org>
To: "Vin Cortina" <vcortina at hvc.rr.com>; <Elecraft at mailman.qth.net>
Sent: Saturday, August 26, 2006 1:56 PM
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] what DC connectors?


> Vin,
> I would recommend a bag of 50 PowerPoles to start.  The West Mountain 
> crimper makes a big difference.  You might be able to get a bag of them at 
> a hamfest or club meeting and avoid shipping charges.  Or, buy a bag and 
> set up yourself at the next club meeting.
>
> To convert gradually, you can take your existing radio's power cable and 
> cut it, put PowerPoles on both ends, and have a ready adapter.
>
> 73,
> Leigh/WA5ZNU
> On Sat, 26 Aug 2006 10:32 am, Vin Cortina wrote:
>> Hi everyone.
>>
>> Can I get a sampling of exactly how you connect your portable rigs, etc 
>> to your batteries?  I know about Anderson Power Poles, but I am wondering 
>> if I need a special crimping tool for them.  Plus, I am getting weary of 
>> ordering a small quantity of something, and paying upwards of 50% more of 
>> the original purchase price on shipping.
>>
>> Ideas?
>>
>>
>> Vin  KR2F
>>
>> K1-4 s/n:1977
>> KX1  s/n:1476
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