For the 30a connector, I strip the insulation back further than the recommended 3/8” then fold over the small wire before inserting it into the connector, then crimp. I will then second crimp with the 15a for a tighter crimp. Then insert into the plastic housing with the curve facing down with the small portion of the plastic housing down. If it does not click into position, I use a tiny screwdriver, insert it into the plastic housing, placing the tip on the back of the connector and push it in until it clicks. This usually is necessary when using a small diameter gauge wire. Good video Dave
Thanks, Dave. Power pole connectors have their problems. However, they are better than a myriad of other connectors I have used. In the last eight years, I have not had one connection fail or give intermittent contact. I take my time assembling them. Even though I have dyslexia, I have not messed up any of the connectors during the assembly of dozens of the Anderson power connectors. They are not as rugged as the Ampenol olive drab connectors, but they do a dependable service. N0QFT, Glen
DX Engineering crimp tool has an extra support block that protects the tip and ensures the powerpole connector is inserted to the correct depth to crimp properly. Highly recommend the DXE tool. It will make crimping your powerpoles a million times faster and easier. The kit also comes with crimp blocks for coax, wire terminals, etc.
I have the same problem except my crimp jaws (same company) are different the have a buipt in stop which makes it difficult to insert deep enough into the pocket causing the deformity.
Powerpole connectors are genderless, so they can connect to both source and sink while protecting the live parts. The contacts can carry more current than the wire they connect to. There is a relatively universal ham radio convention for using them for 12V power and if you follow that convention, cross polarization is very unlikely. (Holding the cable end, looking at the connector end, Red Right, Tongue Top.) For me the wonderful thing about Powerpole connectors is that any of your power cords can be used with any of the adapters to other connectors and I can take my equipment to any public service event or emergency and we can all easily work together. Are they perfect? No. But they work well for me. Using a proper crimper and the silver plated copper contacts I have never had a connector failure. I cannot say that about the other commonly used Amp, Molex and bullet connectors which are not rated high enough to handle a 100watt transmitter without paralleling contacts, which is a disaster waiting to happen.
For the 30a connector, I strip the insulation back further than the recommended 3/8” then fold over the small wire before inserting it into the connector, then crimp. I will then second crimp with the 15a for a tighter crimp. Then insert into the plastic housing with the curve facing down with the small portion of the plastic housing down. If it does not click into position, I use a tiny screwdriver, insert it into the plastic housing, placing the tip on the back of the connector and push it in until it clicks. This usually is necessary when using a small diameter gauge wire. Good video Dave
Thanks, Dave.
Power pole connectors have their problems. However, they are better than a myriad of other connectors I have used. In the last eight years, I have not had one connection fail or give intermittent contact.
I take my time assembling them. Even though I have dyslexia, I have not messed up any of the connectors during the assembly of dozens of the Anderson power connectors. They are not as rugged as the Ampenol olive drab connectors, but they do a dependable service. N0QFT, Glen
DX Engineering crimp tool has an extra support block that protects the tip and ensures the powerpole connector is inserted to the correct depth to crimp properly.
Highly recommend the DXE tool. It will make crimping your powerpoles a million times faster and easier. The kit also comes with crimp blocks for coax, wire terminals, etc.
Thanks Dave for your knowledge. Its really appreciated. Hi, from Québec Canada
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I have the same problem except my crimp jaws (same company) are different the have a buipt in stop which makes it difficult to insert deep enough into the pocket causing the deformity.
My tool is the same. However, it forces you to rotate the connector to the proper orientation. Flip over the connector.
Powerpole connectors are genderless, so they can connect to both source and sink while protecting the live parts. The contacts can carry more current than the wire they connect to. There is a relatively universal ham radio convention for using them for 12V power and if you follow that convention, cross polarization is very unlikely. (Holding the cable end, looking at the connector end, Red Right, Tongue Top.)
For me the wonderful thing about Powerpole connectors is that any of your power cords can be used with any of the adapters to other connectors and I can take my equipment to any public service event or emergency and we can all easily work together.
Are they perfect? No. But they work well for me. Using a proper crimper and the silver plated copper contacts I have never had a connector failure. I cannot say that about the other commonly used Amp, Molex and bullet connectors which are not rated high enough to handle a 100watt transmitter without paralleling contacts, which is a disaster waiting to happen.
I have yet to make a power pole connector work !?!?!?!
Just solder the things ... I do ... no schrinking.
What is an Augie?
It's Dave's nickname for his fans, based off the last two characters in his call, OG.
Never could understand how power poles became the norm...they suck...there are many quick connect/disconnect connectors that are much better.
The high current rating makes them good for caravans and camping gear. From there, they spread to 12V portable systems (ie. mobile radio).
My God this topic get a lot of coverage, too much for what it is, it is only a connector
Power Poles suck. Never understood how they got so popular. Communist plot I expect. I use XT-60 and XT-90 for my connections