I do almost all mine by hand also. Sometimes I use the drill press for the holes. I do 6x32 threads for TO-247 - TO3P. I use a conterbore bit(I think thats what it's called?) to clean the entrance to the hole. It has a much steeper angle than a drill bit. Maybe 45 degrees, and it is only meant to cut the tapered part of the hole. You can use a razor knife quite easily also.
I've chased down these parts, both the 20 amp and the 32 amp powercon.
The notes for the 20 amp version stated "not for amplifier mains"??? Maybe its just a liability thing, they are considerably cheaper than the 32 amp versions.
If you've been using them I assume they are fine....?
Russellc
What notes?
from the powerCon FAQ:
What are powerCON connectors and what are they used for?
The powerCON is a lockable equipment AC connector. It’s used in the audio business for the power lines of lighting applications, amplifiers, etc. It can be used as power supply for industrial applications with the advantage of it’s locking system in comparison to standard non locking MAINS* connector. The connectors fulfill all current safety standards such as SEV, UL, CSA and VDE and uses a colored power inlet-outlet coding to prevent a short circuit. To transmit 20A @ 250V it has a thicker silver plating (20µ) and an enlarged isolation between the Faston contacts. * Not to be used in the wall of a building structure as a mains power connector.
I like to use cordless drill for tapping: http://www.diyaudio.com/forums/equipment-tools/3981-useful-tools-techniques-6.html#post69415
To remove the burr, use deburr bits: http://www.yardstore.com/browse.cfm/2,334.html or some other deburring tools: http://www.diyaudio.com/forums/equipment-tools/3981-useful-tools-techniques-2.html#post37045
To remove the burr, use deburr bits: http://www.yardstore.com/browse.cfm/2,334.html or some other deburring tools: http://www.diyaudio.com/forums/equipment-tools/3981-useful-tools-techniques-2.html#post37045
Neutrik Warning PowerCon
The only warnings I have found is do not exceed the 20amp rating and ALWAYS make sure that the power is off the cable / cord when connecting or disconnecting. NO HOT SWAPPING...
The locking feature is great and widely used on products that supply power to amps, ie Audience AR12 etc., and really anywhere you do not want an inadvertant disconnect from whatever source users, pets, children of all ages...
The only warnings I have found is do not exceed the 20amp rating and ALWAYS make sure that the power is off the cable / cord when connecting or disconnecting. NO HOT SWAPPING...
The locking feature is great and widely used on products that supply power to amps, ie Audience AR12 etc., and really anywhere you do not want an inadvertant disconnect from whatever source users, pets, children of all ages...
I wonder if they're going to change the 20A and 32 A connectors to the new design?
Its on the Neutrik site. You can also see the same disclaimer on the Parts Express site, I'll find it and se if I can link you to it. It all looked fine to me, but that's what I read, yes sir!
Russellc
Obviously they aren't compatible. To be able to break the connection while it's loaded is quite an advantage. It wouldn't surprise me if they started making higher current parts with this feature.
I dont doubt, I'm just asking. Here's the Partsexpress info: Neutrik NAC3FCA Powercon Cable Connector Power In Blue
See last line of "note"......
Russellc
See last line of "note"......
Russellc
Re- reading, it says "Or mains connection" I see now, I think they mean "mains" not as an amplifier cord, but like the house "mains"and not for amplifier to speaker. Good the higher current models are much more expensive!
Russellc
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PE Fail
PE took Neutrik's note
"* Not to be used in the wall of a building structure as a mains power connector."
and left out the important part, so PE's note erroneously says
"Note: PowerCon® is not designed to be a "mains" connector or for speaker/amplifier applications."
Tosh FTW: I'll stick to something I "know" from experience is hot-pluggable: the IEC socket!
PE took Neutrik's note
"* Not to be used in the wall of a building structure as a mains power connector."
and left out the important part, so PE's note erroneously says
"Note: PowerCon® is not designed to be a "mains" connector or for speaker/amplifier applications."
Tosh FTW: I'll stick to something I "know" from experience is hot-pluggable: the IEC socket!
modu hifi 2000 case
Hi,
I just got mine in today. I had them do some custom work to it, basically drill out the back panel, and drill and tap the heatsinks.
I'm very please with the work they did, however they did mess up one of the heat sinks, and failed to tap one of the holes (that they did correct).
I was looking for an assembly diagram, lol, I didn't see one in the shipping box either. Hopefully that is available on their website.
I'll have to call Gianluca and see what they can do to correct the problem.
Have you go to the point of assembling your case?
Hi,
I just got mine in today. I had them do some custom work to it, basically drill out the back panel, and drill and tap the heatsinks.
I'm very please with the work they did, however they did mess up one of the heat sinks, and failed to tap one of the holes (that they did correct).
I was looking for an assembly diagram, lol, I didn't see one in the shipping box either. Hopefully that is available on their website.
I'll have to call Gianluca and see what they can do to correct the problem.
Have you go to the point of assembling your case?
