[Elecraft] Soldering Power Poles

[Bill W2BLC]

I have all kinds of "proper" crimpers. They do a good job in many cases. 
I have never been a fan of crimped RF connectors for VHF/UHF, however, 
most commercial installers use them with great success. Remember, those 
connections usually only need lives of a couple of years. In hamdom I 
build things to last for many years, so I do not have to revisit 
anything down the road.

Hence, I crimp when I have the proper tool - then solder that same 
connector. Only takes a few seconds and guarantees it will last as long 
as I will. Do I like PowerX for DC connections in the shack? Not at all. 
I much prefer crimped and soldered spade clips with screw terminal power 
strips.  May take a little longer to hook things up, but it is sure solid.
  Won't come apart with a slight tug either.

I also still measure power supply quality by weight.

Bill W2BLC K-Line