Remove the connector and solder the wires directly; this also reduces IR loss.
David G3UNA > > After watching the PP connectors on my K3 wiggle around at Field Day, I > have to question again why Elecraft chose these toads-in-a-tuxedo for a > connector. PP are way over-rated. The only strain relief they provide > is when > they come apart - which is often. I suppose we could call that defect an > "undocumented feature." A simple molex would have been fine and a whole > lot more secure. > > But not to start a flame war over PPs, I'll stay positive. Anyone have > any ideas on how to better secure the PP in the K3? Mine wiggles and I > am > thinking about some hot glue to the circuit board. > > Buck > k4ia K3 #101 > ______________________________________________________________ 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
