[Elecraft] K3 Powerpole Replacement

[Paul Grigorieff]

It might be helpful to mention these well-illustrated assembly
instructions<http://www.powerwerx.com/assembly.asp>for the Powerpoles.
 I have only installed five pairs or so, and each time
I have to go look at the pictures to get it right (plus pulling out my
dental tools to tamp the connector down into the housing).  But they seem
to hold very solidly for me.  I crimp the conductors with pliers (no
assembly tool).
  -Paul, N1HEL


On Sun, Dec 8, 2013 at 5:45 PM, Jeff Cochrane <jeffvk4xa at gmail.com> wrote:

> 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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-- 
Paul
N1HEL
Half Moon Bay, CA