Re: [RE-wrenches] Module Connectors

HI Jeff, Hate to give you bad news but the Jan issue of Photon International lists al the current end makers. There are 20 different manufacturers with 38 different ends. Now to be fair many are interconnectable, but its only going to get worse. I'm not holding my breath that they will standardiz

Re: [RE-wrenches] Module Connectors

That's why we never bought the crimping tools. We just order the ready made cables with each job. We have surprisingly little waste of cable. I worked out the difference in cost ,and it was going to take us decades to pay for the crimper. Until they settle on a connector, I'm just going to keep

Re: [RE-wrenches] Module Connectors

OK, first we stocked up boxes of Solarline MC1 connectors, then we had to switch and stock up on Solarline MC2 connectors, then Solarline MC3 connectors, then Tyco Solarlok connectors, then Solarline MC4 connectors.     Before we invest in re-stocking and buying another expensive crimper tool, is

Re: [RE-wrenches] Module Connectors (MC 4 Solarline Tyco)

quot; To: , "RE-wrenches" Sent: Tue, 16 Dec 2008 21:36:16 -0700 Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] Module Connectors (MC 4 Solarline Tyco) > Solarline 1 are the MC3 connectors, the older ones without latches. > > Solarline 2 are the MC4 with locking latches. > > Tyco are made by

Re: [RE-wrenches] Module Connectors (MC 4 Solarline Tyco)

umVB/ .. - Original Message - From: "Darryl Thayer" To: "RE-wrenches" Sent: Tuesday, December 16, 2008 4:10 PM Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] Module Connectors (MC 4 Solarline Tyco) I assume the old MC is

Re: [RE-wrenches] Module Connectors (MC 4 Solarline Tyco)

-wrenches Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] Module Connectors (MC 4 Solarline Tyco) I assume the old MC is the same as the MC1 and Solarline1? Also that the tyco, Solarline 2 and MC 4 are also the same? Plese correct if I am wrong. Darryl --- On Tue, 12/16/08, William Miller wrote: > From: William Mil

Re: [RE-wrenches] Module Connectors (MC 4 Solarline Tyco)

I assume the old MC is the same as the MC1 and Solarline1? Also that the tyco, Solarline 2 and MC 4 are also the same? Plese correct if I am wrong. Darryl --- On Tue, 12/16/08, William Miller wrote: > From: William Miller > Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] Module Connectors (MC 4 Sol

Re: [RE-wrenches] Module Connectors (MC 4 Solarline Tyco)

Carl: 1. You have to use the one that matches the modules you are using. 2. The more connectors you have in a system, the more chance for problems. We install a PVC J-box with panel mount connectors such that the factory leads can reach without spicing or extending. 3. From the J-box, un-sp

[RE-wrenches] Module Connectors (MC 4 Solarline Tyco)

Hello All, I'm trying to sort the module connector types being referenced here and there. Can you help clarify MC MC4 Solarline 1 Solarline 2 Tyco Preferences? Pros/Cons Good source for crimp tools? 2009 regulations? Thanks Carl ___ List sponsored b