Odp: [sdiy] PCB connectors

[Roman Sowa]

Molex SPOX 2.5mm
cheap, good looking, good specs, polarized, 22-28AWG
2-10 pin sizes
crimping tool at mouser for 170$

Roman

----- Original Message ----- 
From: Paul Higgins <higg0008 at tc.umn.edu>
To: synth-DIY <synth-diy at dropmix.xs4all.nl>
Sent: Tuesday, July 08, 2003 8:09 PM
Subject: [sdiy] PCB connectors


> I was just wondering what types of connectors people like to use on 
> PCBs for outboard controls, etc.  I've used any number of types, from 
> Molex/AMP style connectors for power, to the little screw-type 
> connectors (they're like mini barrier strips) for interconnections 
> between boards (especially with protoboard).  Of course, I have also 
> used the little push-in terminals for protoboard as well.  The only 
> problem with those is that they're not terribly convenient if the board 
> needs to be pulled out for service, necessitating the de-soldering of 
> nearly all outboard connections..
> 
> Can anyone recommend a decent type of plug-in connector for wires to 
> pots, switches, etc. (20-24 AWG wire) that is polarized and (hopefully) 
> can be used with any crimping tool, particularly not a proprietary one 
> that costs $800?
> 
> Thanks in advance.
> 
> -PRH
> 
> Paul R. Higgins
> email: higg0008 at tc.umn.edu
>