[MRCA] OT: round AC power entry module?

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I typically use any of the recessed (round) 2 or 3-wire male a.c. plugs 
found on older test equipment.  I use a Greenlee to punch the hole, of 
course.  Finding the cable-end mate is a bit harder as many of them 
won't fit.  If the material is aluminum, and not too thick, the Adel 
nibbling tool is the answer for those rectangular European a.c. 
connectors.  I'd be lost without mine.

Jeep - K3HVG


On 6/10/2015 8:16 PM, W2HX wrote:
>
> Hello folks, I am building a project where I would like to use a 3 
> prong computer-style power cord. The project is built on a 2U rack 
> panel. The typical power entry module is rectangular, and I cannot 
> make a good square hole with the tools I have (or lack of tools).  
> Does anyone know of a model where the entry is round to allow me to 
> use a step drill bit or otherwise? I guess I could use a circular 
> military connector, but that really is overkill hihi.  Even power pole 
> saw the benefit of making a round module which can be seen here:
>
> http://www.powerwerx.com/powerpole-accessories/moisture-proof-splash-boot.html
>
> I am hoping to find something similar for an AC entry, the kind that 
> normally looks like this, but where I can drill a round hole:
>
> http://img.directindustry.com/images_di/photo-mg/power-entry-module-13665-2442677.jpg
>
> any suggestions appreciated!
>
> 73 Eugene W2HX
>
>

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