[Elecraft] Power pole connection comes loose

[Fred Smith]

Well another thing learned today a use for toothpicks thanks Terry.

Fred/N0AZZ

-----Original Message-----
From: elecraft-bounces at mailman.qth.net
[mailto:elecraft-bounces at mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Terry Schieler
Sent: Tuesday, December 04, 2012 11:32 AM
To: 'Bob K6UJ'; 'Elecraft Reflector'
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Power pole connection comes loose

I don't use the metal PP roll pins for the same reason.  I do, however, use
plastic cocktail toothpicks with satisfactory results.  Wooden toothpicks
work as well, as long as it's a snug fit.

Terry, W0FM



-----Original Message-----
From: Bob K6UJ [mailto:k6uj at pacbell.net] 
Sent: Monday, December 03, 2012 9:01 PM
To: Elecraft Reflector
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Power pole connection comes loose

After a number of problems of the PowerPole connectors using the cheaper
crimper tool I bought the good crimping tool for the connectors.  No more
problems.
Yes they have to remain straight.  They are fairly easy to bend so be
careful.  I lay a straight edge along the backside of the contactor to check
for straight.  And the second big thing is you need to hear the "click"
as the pins snap in place.  Occasionally I dont hear the cick and insert a
small narrow blade screwdriver alongside the wire and push down until I hear
the click.  As a final check, look at the end of the connector when
finished.  You can see if the curved end of the metal contactor has snapped
over the contactor in the power pole.  These two things, making sure you
dont bend the contactor and checking for the "click" are the secret to good
connections all the time with the PowerPoles.

Another discussion is about whether to push in the roll pin to lock the PP
connectors side by side.
My preference is not to use the roll pins.  I have had the roll pins drop
out.  That is the last thing I want is for one of them to fall down inside a
radio.  Unfortunately they dont always stay in snugly like they should.
Your call.


73,
Bob
K6UJ





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