Download 2022 Connector Workshop Information as a pdf Mark your calendars for the 7th Annual Connector Workshop (Red-Righting, Tongue-Upping the World since 2016) to be held at the QTH of Jeff - KB3SPH and Pam - KB3SWS in Indian Head on Sunday, 9/18/2022. This year's theme is "Make & Take." Who: Any interested person. This email is being sent to local area amateur radio operators. Please feel free to forward this email to any individual/group that may have an interest.
What: Free Connector Workshop focusing on learning about and constructing power cable assemblies using Anderson PowerPole connectors.
The agenda includes two "Make & Take" projects; Meter and Dipole Center. 1. Meter: ($20.00) Add PowerPoles to a Watt Meter Power Analyzer Battery Voltage Amp Meter. Meter similar to:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XPVKY13/ref=sspa_dk_detail_0? 2. Dipole Center: ($15.00) Build a Dipole Center similar to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fY8XaxamIYU&t=4s When: Sunday, 18 September 2022, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Where: Home of KB3SPH/KB3SWS in Indian Head, MD. Directions to be provided at a later date. How (To):
- Briefs on how to use Anderson PowerPole connectors (the ARES/RACES standard) and demonstrations on various configurations to assemble Why: Get the creative juices flowing! Notes: Sign Up: 73
For logistics purposes, please let me know if you want to participate in either project, both, or none.
I will purchase the meters, PowerPoles, dipole center parts, etc. in advance, based on the number of responses and collect payment at the door.
- Hands on use of PowerPole crimpers and insulated connector crimpers to assemble cables
- Hands on use of other crimp-on connectors, PL-259 connector installation, etc.
- Briefs and demonstrations on preparation of cables and soldering various connectors and Crimp-the-Shield/Solder-the-Pin connectors
- Hands on use of soldering equipment
No experience or bringing of equipment is necessary, come and learn from others!
If you have a situation where you need assistance in getting a connector/advice on equipment, please bring that equipment to the workshop and let the "Brain Trust" have a crack at solving the issue.
You do not have to participate in the Make & Take projects.
Pam - KB3SWS will have her smörgåsbord available throughout the afternoon.
If you are interested in attending the workshop, please let me know by 4 September 2022 via return email (humbert1js@gmail.com).
Note: As of 20 August 2022, an initial parts order has been placed, for those who signed up for the Meter and Dipole Center projects.
If you want to be added to the project list, please contact me by 4 September 2022, for parts availability.
Name:
Number of Meters ($20.00 EA):
Number of Dipole Centers ($15.00 EA):
Jeff - KB3SPH
humbert1js@gmail.com
Cell/Text: 301-848-8043