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The packing slip says "2 grey - power in, 3 blue - power out"sluggerdog said:
The build video on youtube also shows 3 of the blue sets and 2 greys.
If their ratings are the same I guess we could just interchange them. I.e. Wire Blue as input and Grey as output.
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I think they should all work the same it's just the colour coding is different for power in and power out referencing purposes. Maybe just stick a bit of blue tape on the grey for now so you know which is which.sluggerdog said:
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Actually, the manufacturer's website says blue is input and grey is output. It looks like we got the right parts after all and the video and packing slip were just mixed up to trick us :lol:
Quote: "3.Using blue (input) and grey(output) to distinguish right plug and socket.".
http://www.cnlinko.com/product_show.php?typeid=480
Quote: "3.Using blue (input) and grey(output) to distinguish right plug and socket.".
http://www.cnlinko.com/product_show.php?typeid=480
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Michael Burton said:
How is the process going using this video as a guide? I wasn't sure how upto date it was / any changes since this was made.
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Mine wasn't in the cardboard packing sbob it was deep in the corner of the express bag.
definitely none in mine, but I'm assuming its just a standard USB type A-B cable? I received one today also with my order of an Arduino Uno R3 board (for attempting to modify an STC1000), so if it is I will just use that (already used it to power up this board so shouldnt be an issue)Kingy said:
Glad everyone's kits are arriving safe and sound!
Yep - blue is definitely in and grey is definitely out
Thanks SBOB - the lack of USB cable was actually simply an oversight on my part. I packed a few kits before my capable helpers asked if I was including them... ummm... oops!?
Yep - blue is definitely in and grey is definitely out
Thanks SBOB - the lack of USB cable was actually simply an oversight on my part. I packed a few kits before my capable helpers asked if I was including them... ummm... oops!?
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Can anyone let me the actual box size please, (I might have asked in the past but cannot find the info).
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zwitter said:
Love the "Main Heaterer" label
No "Pumperer"?
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How do we wire these connectors up to use with existing power cords? I guess using a cut up extension cord but is there any info explaining the process? Thanks
Howdy Braduino builders
I have put together some sort of instructions.
I am sure there will be differences of opinion regarding various things I have done that you would not etc. Just like my spelling on my label. It was well after midnight and I had been at work since before 7am!
So here is the link to the file in my dropbox. I am not all that savvy with the forum and posting links or files.
https://www.dropbox.com/s/c4a9h3tzkne7fnr/Braumiser%20build%20lael%20james.docx?dl=0
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I have put together some sort of instructions.
I am sure there will be differences of opinion regarding various things I have done that you would not etc. Just like my spelling on my label. It was well after midnight and I had been at work since before 7am!
So here is the link to the file in my dropbox. I am not all that savvy with the forum and posting links or files.
https://www.dropbox.com/s/c4a9h3tzkne7fnr/Braumiser%20build%20lael%20james.docx?dl=0
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Does this look right? (as in the way I have connected the wires into the connector. Wasn't 100% sure how that metal clip part worked, I have taken it out, put the wire in and put it around the wire with the screw re-holding it in.sluggerdog said:
(excuse the dodgy photo)
NOTE: I re-did the blue wire so the outer part goes on the other side, I couldn't tighten the connector as it shows in the photo.
Hi Sluggerdogsluggerdog said:
Maybe this is a job for an electrical savvy person. -no offence meant but it is 240v
If you look at the manufacturers web site it shows an exploded view of the connector
http://www.cnlinko.com/product_show.php?id=1175&pid=480
Be careful with extension cords as many have smaller conductors in them as in an uncoiled state they "can" handle 10A but if used coiled will melt. I would see if you can get heavier grade extension cable, particularly for the heater connection. The large green shed hardware or any other big hardware store probably sell both the cable and also heavy duty extension cords. 15A cables would be a better choice for bigger wattage elements.
Basically you unscrew the back of the connector and as you pull the buts of the back you need to keep them in order and slide them over the cable you are connecting to. Then strip a short amount, roughly 25mm (1 inch) of the outer sheath of the cable and then strip a short 8mm (5/16 inch) bit of each individual wire and twist the strands together. Then looking at the back of the connector you should be able to make out the letters L, N and an earth symbol next to the screw terminals. L = A = Active or live wire and should be brown in a flex cable. N = neutral and should be Blue in a flex cable. Earth is Green/Yellow in flex cable. Then undo the screw of the connector associated with the correct wire and poke the cable end in the hole and tighten the screw. repeat or each of the 3 wires. check your work visually and for continuity and correct alignment with the colours on the back of the connector inside the controller box.
I actually included a photo of the back of a socket in my construction notes a few posts back
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Hi Sluggerdogsluggerdog said:
NO but maybe the photo. (See photo in next post)
the wires push in from the top. there is a spreader plate ( the thin metal bit that goes under the screw head and then bends over and down the hole where the cable goes. the end of your wire goes in front of that bit of metal and down the hole.
the "spreader" stops the tip of the screw from cutting the strands of the cable. it is a requirement in higher current fittings.
the photo make it look like you posted the wire in from the side and under the wiper?
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Thanks, that makes more sense, I did try it that way first but it didn't seem to hold. I must have not tightened the screw enough that first try. Re-doing it now that way and it seems to hold.zwitter said:
Thanks
Nice document.. should help a few people hopefully not make any mistakes... but i think a few more bold disclaimers re 240v might come in handyzwitter said:
Do you/anyone know what size terminals are required for the socket/female side of the power connectors? your document shows 'Crimp terminals for power sockets 4.8mm?' but would be handy to have the right size and I cant find it detailed on their 'detailed' pdf. With the rest all being screw terminated its kind of less important for exact sizing, but these ones kind of need to fit right
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Awesome Zwitter, thanks for your help!zwitter said:
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