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BoyntonStu

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Wire and tight module terminals
« on: January 25, 2011, 10:45:34 AM »

Ever try to attach wires to Flash PSC01 / PF284 terminals?

Looks so simple, but it is so darn tight behind the screw head that it becomes a difficult job, especially using stranded wire.

What wire type/size do you use and where do you buy it?

Help, suggestions, hints will be appreciated.

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dave w

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Re: Wire and tight module terminals
« Reply #1 on: January 25, 2011, 11:55:23 AM »

Appearently you are using a wire gauge too large. Assuming your load is within the specs of the Power Flash, 18ga stranded works fine. Why don't you get a crimp tool and crimp spade lugs on your wire?
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Re: Wire and tight module terminals
« Reply #2 on: January 25, 2011, 01:00:36 PM »

PSC01 has low current signal inputs only. I most of the time use #20 to #24 wire and a crimped on spade terminal.
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Re: Wire and tight module terminals
« Reply #3 on: January 25, 2011, 01:35:02 PM »

PSC01 has low current signal inputs only. I most of the time use #20 to #24 wire and a crimped on spade terminal.
Yeah, I just used the 18ga as it is about the largest I can put under the screw.
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Re: Wire and tight module terminals
« Reply #4 on: January 25, 2011, 07:15:42 PM »

For my personal stuff this is what I do:

Strip about 3/4" of wire, twist it tight, form a loop, and solder it.

Unscrew the screw, place it through the loop, and screw it back in.

A 100%, never fail method.

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Re: Wire and tight module terminals
« Reply #5 on: January 25, 2011, 07:24:23 PM »

For my personal stuff this is what I do:

Strip about 3/4" of wire, twist it tight, form a loop, and solder it.

Unscrew the screw, place it through the loop, and screw it back in.

A 100%, never fail method.


Then how did this thread get started? Boynton, you been out in the sun too long.   rofl
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