[Elecraft] K3- Replacement 12-Volt Power Cable

Jim Brown jim at audiosystemsgroup.com
Sat Nov 28 20:20:51 EST 2020


On 11/28/2020 11:57 AM, RVZ via Elecraft wrote:
> Please advise what options I have for purchasing replacement 12-Volt power supply cables for the K3 with the power connector already attached.

Power Pole connectors come in MANY sizes -- different housings, 
different inserts. The 15A and 30A inserts are pretty easy to install if 
you buy the inserts the fit the wire. The 30A inserts are good up to 
#12. The 45A inserts are needed for #10, and they are VERY tricky to 
install. I've installed many hundreds of Power Poles, all soldered.

The caution about where to buy them is very good advice.

BTW -- the red/black zip cord is NOT ideal for use around RF. Twisted 
pair is FAR better, because twisting strongly resists differential mode 
RF pickup.

73, Jim K9YC


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