Re: [Elecraft] K3 PowerPole connector

I suggest using automotive primary wire, #10 AWG for power cables.   It is stranded with much finer / smaller wire than THHN and is much more flexible than THHN.    It does correctly fit the 30 amp PowerPole connectors thus no splicing is needed or as suggested. I also recommend not only corre

Re: [Elecraft] K3 PowerPole connector

I use #10 all copper which just fits the 30 amp if you twist them really neatly. It takes several tries to where no strands get away. We might warn folks about the copper clad aluminum that’s going around if you don’t read carefully. Chuck Jack KE9UW Sent from my iPhone, cjack > On May 31, 2

Re: [Elecraft] K3 PowerPole connector

On 5/31/2019 10:32 AM, Don Wilhelm wrote: power pole with #12 wire about 3 inches long.  Then splice onto that with #10 or #8 wire for the rest of the run to your power supply. I use #8 stranded THHN and the larger pins, but cut enough strands of the #8 that it fits in the pins. 73, Jim K9Y

Re: [Elecraft] K3 PowerPole connector - more info

I suggest that you also get Marine/RV wire as it is more flexible and easier to route neatly compared to the usual wire used (for the same size/rating).  Powerwerx may sell that, ask. And that you go up one more size of wire to lower IR^2 loss, just because. Rick nhc On 5/31/2019 10:24 AM, Le

Re: [Elecraft] K3 PowerPole connector

#10 or #8 wire will need the 45 amp contact blades. However, if the purpose is to minimize voltage drop, there is no need to use the larger connector - construct the power pole with #12 wire about 3 inches long. Then splice onto that with #10 or #8 wire for the rest of the run to your power s

[Elecraft] K3 PowerPole connector - more info

Appreciate the advice, Gents. And am going to take it and order from Powerwerx. They have a "design your own" cable that I will probably go with. Thanks to all, Lee K9CM https://powerwerx.com/dual-conductor-custom-cable __ Elecraft mail

Re: [Elecraft] K3 PowerPole connector

t the parts you need from a company such as Powerwerx. They can help with any connections. -Original Message- From: elecraft-bounces at mailman.qth.net mailman.qth.net> On Behalf Of Lee Trout Sent: Friday, May 31, 2019 8:12 AM To: Elecraft Reflector - post Subject: [Elec

Re: [Elecraft] K3 PowerPole connector

Lee, Unless you can be assured that they are genuine Anderson PowerPoles, I would hesitate to buy them. Buy real ones and save yourself buyers remorse from inadequate contact area and the resulting voltage drop with higher current. If they do not have a "A" embossed on the tip of the housin

Re: [Elecraft] K3 PowerPole connector

Trout Sent: Friday, May 31, 2019 8:12 AM To: Elecraft Reflector - post Subject: [Elecraft] K3 PowerPole connector I am looking to replace the powerpole connector on my K3. Am I correct that these 30 amp ones on fleabay are the ones I need? Thanks for any help! Lee https://www.ebay.com/itm/15-Amp

Re: [Elecraft] K3 PowerPole connector

To be sure you're getting the best quality (There are many cheap Chinese knockoffs) try powerwerx.com Doug -- KJ0F On 5/31/2019 9:11 AM, Lee Trout wrote: I am looking to replace the powerpole connector on my K3. Am I cor

[Elecraft] K3 PowerPole connector

I am looking to replace the powerpole connector on my K3. Am I correct that these 30 amp ones on fleabay are the ones I need? Thanks for any help! Lee https://www.ebay.com/itm/15-Amp-30Amp-45-Amp-Anderson-Powerpole-PP15-to-45-Power-Pole-w-10-20-AWG/232730577118?hash=item362fd2c8de:m:mIfQeJHcUoE

Re: [Elecraft] K3 Powerpole connector issue!

Vic: IMHO, this is something that absolutely *should* be sent to [EMAIL PROTECTED] to make sure that the info gets to those who can do something about it. Actually, I'm sort of hoping there be something like that on mine so I can generate some solder fumes :-). 73, Ken K3IU [EMAIL PROTEC

[Elecraft] K3 Powerpole connector issue!

Guys, I built SN # 104 up in about 4 hours to the 10 watt version (I have not yet fitted the 100 watt PA), it went together so easily I was slightly disappointed that it was not more involved!!! Joking aside the only (and I mean only) issue I have had was with the main board mounted