[Elecraft] Power Poles...

[David Cutter]

Remove the connector and solder the wires directly; this also reduces IR 
loss.

David
G3UNA

>
> After watching the PP connectors on my  K3 wiggle around at Field Day, I
> have to question again why Elecraft chose these  toads-in-a-tuxedo for a
> connector.  PP are way over-rated.  The only  strain relief they provide 
> is when
> they come apart - which is often.  I  suppose we could call that defect an
> "undocumented feature."   A  simple molex would have been fine and a whole
> lot more secure.
>
> But not to start a flame war over PPs, I'll stay positive.  Anyone  have
> any ideas on how to better secure the PP in the K3?  Mine wiggles and  I 
> am
> thinking about some hot glue to the circuit board.
>
> Buck
> k4ia K3 #101
>