SB50 power pole crimper.

[Limeybastard]

So in my widsom I set about to make power cable similar to what the RCI N2, N4 and some high power radios come with, with an inline fuse also added.

I ran into an issue whereby ( never had exposure to it ) I need to crimp the 8 gauge wire to the anderson SB50 power pole, regular crimper wont work. Long story short, the tool itself is $$$, anyone have any advice? I currently have built a harness but the part that connects to the radio is bare 8 guage ends ( no SB50 on them ).
Bob CB and some other stores sell the measly 2FT cable with inline fuse for $25, but cable is too short. This is the end Id be using for my rig, indoors. Otherwise Id just rip out the one from the truck, cheers.

 

[338_MtRushmore]

I just solder the powerpoles. I don't see the need for the added mechanical strength in most applications

 

[Limeybastard]

I just solder the powerpoles. I don't see the need for the added mechanical strength in most applications

Yeah, its not pre filled with solder also, I think Id need a blow torch to heat the connector up and melt the solder etc which I dont have.

 

[338_MtRushmore]

In my opinion, an old 200 watt soldering iron off eBay wouldn't be a bad investment at all. I once made a crimper about the size you are wanting. I'll see if I can find the thread it's in.

 

[338_MtRushmore]

This is the cheapest crimper I know of. It actually worked amazingly well too. Just a piece of flatbar with a hole drilled, and cut a section out of each side. This is the cheapest route I know of.

And a pic of the crimp. I still soldered them because they are in a harsh environment under my truck, but the crimp is good.

 

[Limeybastard]

Cheers, this the type of connection Im trying to crimp. It feels like its made of titanium LOL.

 

[fourstringburn]

Cheers, this the type of connection Im trying to crimp. It feels like its made of titanium LOL.

I agree with Mt. Rushmore.

I solder all my larger power pole connectors and terminal rings. Not only is it a sure and solid bond, but you can unsolder them and reuse them.

Yes you need some heat to do it. I use a Weller 200 watt soldet gun..

 

[338_MtRushmore]

A propane torch would do the trick too. Just be easy with the heat.

 

[Limeybastard]

I think this is the only choice I have.. The soldering with blow torch as you guys said.

 

[Limeybastard]

I agree with Mt. Rushmore.

I solder all my larger power pole connectors and terminal rings. Not only is it a sure and solid bond, but you can unsolder them and reuse them.

Yes you need some heat to do it. I use a Weller 200 watt soldet gun..

Was wondering, did you manage to do a review of the N2?

 

[rabbiporkchop]

Yeah, its not pre filled with solder also, I think Id need a blow torch to heat the connector up and melt the solder etc which I dont have.

You should probably invest in one of these.

These are nicer than fuses also.

 

[fourstringburn]

Was wondering, did you manage to do a review of the N2?

Not at the moment, I'm rearranging my shack and I have a new tuner coming in to put in line so all my radio's and antennas can access it.

 

[fourstringburn]

You should probably invest in one of these.

These are nicer than fuses also.

That's a nice inline circuit breaker, I could use a 100 amp version of that.

 

[Klondike Mike]

I've used this Butane Micro Torch on those crimps. You should be able to find for less than $10 if you shop around.

 

[Limeybastard]

You should probably invest in one of these.

These are nicer than fuses also.

Yes, I'm going to make a trip to home depot and get a benzomatic trigger torch with propane.

Which trigger model would you recommend for soldering?