They are probably not providing assembled for the same reason that they
don't provide it with the K2/100... it's a kit. It is NOT necessary to
buy the expensive crimping tool. There are instructions contained in
each KIT describing how the connectors can be assembled without using a
crimp. They can be soldered and if the directions are followed, it is
perfectly useful and reliable.
With the factory assembled K3, I believe that the APP connector is
attached to the power cable.
3,
Ken K3IU
Jerry Flanders wrote:
What am I missing here? Why isn't Elecraft assembling the connectors
to the wire as a part of their process? Is there some reason to NOT
assemble them prior to shipment? We all know how a loose connector can
cause mysterious symptoms down the road.
I use powerpoles here, and I think I understand the system, but maybe
not.
Some of Elecraft's customers are faced with having to spend $50 for a
tool to use only one time? Why?
Jerry W4UK
On Mon, 2008-03-31 at 11:14 -0700, Dick Dievendorff wrote:
> The K3 kit comes with a power cable and a pair of Anderson PowerPole
> connectors.
>
> You may crimp them (an appropriate tool is recommended) or they may be
> soldered if you wish.
>
> 73 de Dick, K6KR
>
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