[Elecraft] KPA-1500 Power Supply Cable Size

[john at kk9a.com]

Elecraft was my first experience with power pole connectors and I have
purchased custom cables from Powerwerx. They did a nice job, eventually I
purchased a crimper and connectors and made cables myself. If you are
making the KPA1500 cable longer than the factory cable it is probably
desirable to use a larger diameter. The factor may not be able to
accommodate this since the 75 amp connector is made for 6 awg max.

John KK9A


Richard Thorne rthorne at rthorne.net
Wed Aug 1 14:15:28 EDT 2018

Mike,

I went directly to Elecraft with my question. The answer is 6g.

I was told to be sure to use the correct crimp tool for the job.  If I
make the cable I'll probably just have Powerwerx handle it as they have
the correct hydraulic tool for the job.

Rich - N5ZC