Terry, Properly assembled 30 Amp power pole connectors require 6 pounds of pull to disengage/engage. If your are not staying mated, I would suggest that you look for a source of pulling on the wires and/or be certain your APPs are properly assembled. If you used a crimping tool that distorts the tabs, that alone could be the reason for a loose connector. I suggest you use a proper crimp tool, or solder the connections (without getting solder on the outside of the barrel). If you are using soldered connections in a high vibration environment such as a vehicle, be certain to reinforce the wire for about 2 inches away from the connector (2 layers of heat shrink) to keep the wire from flexing - constant flexing will cause the wire to break right where the point that the solder has wicked to.
73, Don W3FPR Terry wrote: > I have a problem with APPs staying mated (specifically in my vehicle). > I've always wondered why there isn't some sort of positive latch. > > 73 de Terry KK6T > > Elecraft K3/100 #???? (kit received yesterday) > > > ______________________________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:[email protected] This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
