[SMCARA] Fwd: [CCARC] Connector Workshop - 4/28/2019

[Jayne McNutt]

Hello! 

A big thank you to Rene Ramirez W3BNY for his presentation last night. Very interesting and informative. Here is the invitation to the 4th Annual Connector Workshop host by the Humberts.

73 Jayne W4VJU

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> From: "Jeff Humbert" <humbert1js at gmail.com>
> Subject: [CCARC] Connector Workshop - 4/28/2019
> Date: February 11, 2019 at 8:42:07 AM EST
> To: <Members at k3smd.net>
> 
> Hi, All,
> Mark your calendars! It’s time for the Fourth Annual Connector Workshop (Red-Righting, Tongue-Upping the World since 2016) to be held at the home of Pam - KB3SWS and Jeff – KB3SPH on Sunday, 4/28/2019.
> If you are interested in attending, please let me know via return email (humbert1js at gmail.com <mailto:humbert1js at gmail.com>) and include the number of people you’re bringing with you.
> Details:
> Who: Any interested person. This email is being sent to local area Hams in FWARC, SMARC, CCARC, and PGARES, and the Southern MD Astronomical Society (SMAS) members. Please feel free to forward this email to any individual/group that may have an interest.
> What:  Free Connector Workshop focusing on learning about and constructing power cable assemblies using Anderson PowerPole connectors and other crimp-on connectors, PL-259 connector installation, fellow ham interaction, etc. No experience necessary, come and learn from others!
> When: Sunday, 28 April 2019 from 1300 – 1700 (1:00PM – 5:00PM).  We will also provide snacks during the afternoon, and supper beginning at 1700 for those who want to stay.
> Where: KB3SWS and KB3SPH location in Indian Head, MD (South of Smallwood State Park).  Specific directions to be provided to attendees later.  For planning purposes, driving times to the workshop location are: 35 minutes from the routes 210/495 intersection, 25 minutes from the routes 6/301 intersection, and 40 minutes from North Waldorf. The workshop will be held indoors, so we don’t have to worry about the weather.
> How (To): Briefs on how to use Anderson PowerPole connectors (the ARES/RACES standard) and demonstrations on various configurations to assemble 
> Hands on use of PowerPole crimpers and insulated connector crimpers to assemble cables
> Briefs and demonstrations on soldering PL-259 connectors and Crimp-the-Shield/Solder-the-Pin connectors,
> Hands on use of soldering equipment
> Note: If you have a situation where you need assistance in getting a connector/advice on equipment, please bring that equipment to the workshop and let the “Brain Trust” have a crack at solving the issue.
> Again, if you are interested in attending, please let me know via return email (humbert1js at gmail.com <mailto:humbert1js at gmail.com>) as soon as possible and include the number of people.Family members, friends, etc. are also welcome to attend. 
> Available at the workshop:
> Work table space
> A set of PowerPole crimpers (with 15, 30 and 45 amp dies) and a set of insulated connector crimpers (with yellow, red, and blue dies) for others to use.  If you have crimpers, too, please bring them to share. 
> 15 amp, 30 amp, and 45 amp PowerPole connector sets and some 12 gauge and 10 gauge cable available at cost. (one pair of 30 Amp PowerPole connectors is ~$1.00) 
> I have one soldering station.  If you want to bring your own, please do.  
> I envision those who have experience with the various connectors helping those who do not, for a fun time for everyone.
> Here are some ideas on what materials to bring to and gadgets you may want to construct at the Connector Workshop.
> Materials:
> 12 Gauge wire (works well with 30 amp PowerPoles)
> Heat shrink tubing
> Cable ties
> Electrical tape
> PowerPole Connectors 
> Insulated ring connectors
> ************
> Gadgets to make:
> PowerPole extension cords
> Cigarette lighter socket/plug
> 12V power supply “wall wart”
> Radio pigtails (I cut the power cord for a radio about 8 inches from the radio-specific plug and put PowerPoles on the other end)
> Ring end pigtails (to connect to power supplies)
> Bare wire pigtails (to connect to power supplies/batteries)
> Alligator clips
> “Y” extension adapters
> Fuse holders
> Basically anything that uses DC in my shack or deployable gear gets PowerPole connectors installed.  The sky’s the limit!
> Testimonials from past workshops:
> *Before the workshop, I couldn’t even spell PoowurPull; still can’t, but I had fun!
> *My XYL wonders why I keep mumbling in my sleep, “Red Right, Tongue Up!”
> *Nice location, are you sure I’m still in Maryland?
> *I didn’t think an old dog could learn new tricks; I was wrong.
> Again, if you are interested in attending, please let me know via return email (humbert1js at gmail.com <mailto:humbert1js at gmail.com>). 
> 73
> Jeff / KB3SPH
> humbert1js at gmail.com <mailto:humbert1js at gmail.com>
> Cell: 301-848-8043 (leave message, if no answer)
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