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  1. 02-07-2010, 08:19 AM #1
    nicanor76
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    looking for good wiring quick connectors

    I'm looking for a good (performance and aesthetics) quick connection plugs for my CNC. I was looking at Ethernet CAT5 cables but read they're not recommended for driving the current needed for steppers/control board. But something along that line would be great, a slim connecting footprint like the CAT5 or USB-like plug preferred over large MIDI/microphone connectors/plugs. I searched at older post but couldn't find anything. Thanks!
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  2. 02-07-2010, 09:32 AM #2
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    What kind of current ratings are you looking at?
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    Look at AMP CPC style, these resemble the Military style MS connectors but are much cheaper, they have a plastic case rather than metallic like the MS counterpart.
    In Canada they are available from Electrosonic or DigiKey.
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  4. 02-08-2010, 06:49 PM #4
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    I run a Xylotex setup so wires are about 3.6v and 2.5 amps. I'll check out the AMP CPC, thanks!
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