[Elecraft] K3 Powerpole Replacement

[Ron D'Eau Claire]

I grabbed a strain gauge and checked powerpole connectors on two different
locations. Both required more than 4 lbs of force to separate them! So you
cannot actually pick up a fully loaded K3 without the plug disengaging, but
darn close to it.

Something is wrong with your APP connectors. I don't know what might provide
a more secure connection other than a screw-on Cannon connector.  

73 Ron AC7AC

-----Original Message-----
From: elecraft-bounces at mailman.qth.net
[mailto:elecraft-bounces at mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Jeff Cochrane
Sent: Sunday, December 08, 2013 5:46 PM
To: elecraft at mailman.qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] K3 Powerpole Replacement

Hi everyone,
Has anyone on the list replaced the Anderson powerpoles on their K3's with
something else?
(Something like the 4 pin plugs and sockets that are fitted to most current
YaeComWoods I guess) Why do I want to replace them you ask?
Well, because my K3 gets around and more often than not sits on a wobbly
table whilst I'm out in the scrub or occasionally even sits in my lap whilst
I'm operating.
The powerpoles has once again raised their ugly heads and keep disconnecting
or not making proper contact and I'm fed up with them.
I just want a connector that I can plug in and it will stay there, sadly
that has not been the case with either genuine Anderson powerpoles or all
the different brands of knock-offs.



Jeff Cochrane - VK4XA
East Innisfail
QLD, Australia
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