What are the advantages of Dean's connectors?

[clipper453]

Ok... this may be a dumb question, but what exactly are the advantages of using the "Dean's style" connectors for battery (and other electrical) connections?

I'm currently using the stock connectors that came with the SuperCub, and have contemplating upgrading to Dean's connectors, but I first wanted to know what benefits I could expect from them.

Thanks in advance.

[frazer1981]

Cliper im still using the stock connectors but a few guys on here have said that in time the tamiya connectors can work loose and you will loose all power? ive never soldered so im unsure as to what i should do because i dont wanna ruin my plane?

[SCC]

The advantage is your cub will not loose all power whilst in flight.
The rolled pins of your tamiyas open up and connection fails.

Here's some good reading.
www.stefanv.com/rcstuff/qf200001.html

[higbe33]

Frazer - there is a picture on the Deans package that shows what wire goes where. Get some old wire and practice a few joints. Tin each end, which means to get it hot and put a little bit of solder on each. Then put the two wires together, heat and apply a little more solder. Don't hold the iron on too long, it just takes a few seconds. The finished product should be shiny and not dull. Try a few more pieces of wire until you feel comfortable.

The tip of the iron should be clean and also tined. Wipe excess solded off on a damp sponge. Maybe you have a friend that knows how to solder and can give you some pointers. It isn't that hard, but it's sure nice if you have a third hand. :-)

Great article SCC and I saved it.

Hig

[sackohammers]

My Tamiya's eventually started working loose. Sometimes they'd stutter during flight. I consider myself lucky that I only had a stutter, rather than complete power failure.

Putting on Deans plugs is one of those things you'll just have to learn if you're getting into this hobby. You'll have to do it with almost any plane you buy. Sure, you can go with Anderson plugs, but then you have to buy the crimper. Soldering is something that almost anyone should learn. Its not only useful for this hobby, but also repairs around the house.

This is no definitive guide by any means... you can probably search for better threads... but here is one from today(at the bottom):
supercubclub.proboards78.com/index.cgi?board=sccgeneral&action=display&thread=1203360486&page=1

[clipper453]

Thanks for the input everyone. SCC, that was a very good read. It looks like I'll be upgrading my Cub and batteries to Dean's connectors in the near future. Thankfully, soldering is no big deal for me, since I was trained/certified to J-STD-001 (soldering and inspection) at work.

[clipper453]

Just wanted to let everyone know that I did get around to converting to Deans connectors a couple weeks ago, and boy am I glad I did. It's immediately apparent how much better the electrical connection is over the Tamiya connectors. I've also noticed during flights that I don't hear the motor cut out anymore, like I used to with the stock connectors.

Thanks to everyone who shared input on this subject. In addition, I have a tip to share... Since the Deans connectors can be somewhat difficult to pull apart, use your soldering iron to melt small ridges into the plastic housing of each connector to provide added grip capabilities.

[frazer1981]

Well done clipper!!

I look forward to seeing new videos with your improved battery connectors!

I myself have just ordered some anderson power poles and will give these a try as these are a bit more readliy availiable to me in the uk and suit me as i dont have much space where im living etc to do soldering!

I will keep the club posted!!

[mararra]

These work great and are a bargain to boot! Just make sure there's plenty in stock before you order. Backorders are a @%$!*
www.hobbycity.com/hobbycity/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=2116
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