> That way, the connector: (1) becomes square in shape, instead of a thin > rectangle that's prone to > accidental lateral pulls; (2) offers higher current-carrying capabilities; > and (3) has significantly increased pull strength, yet can still break > away > for safety concerns.
Just thought of a fourth benefit. A quad APP panel connector can still use the standard ARES 2-pole format in a pinch. So, in an emergency, existing 2-pole APPs could be used with the square-shaped quad-pole being the preferred connector. With the doubling-up on pins on the quad, either side of the quad will mate with the 2-pole APP and there's no possibility of accidental polarity reversal. I did say I liked the APP for its versatility :-)) Paul, W9AC ______________________________________________________________ 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
