Preferred multiway connectors

[Toenee]

Is there a preferred multiway connector to use to allow a conection between a wing mounted vtx or uhf-rx and the fuselage? Also a recommended supplier.

[Brucey]

How about the multiplex connectors?
http://www.componentshop.co.uk/leads-and-connectors/connectors/multiplex-connector

[Toenee]

Thanks Brucey

[FlyingRock]

I use Molex SL series connectors like this 9-way female one (and its matching male connector). I love the positive latch for extra security. You will also need this and this . This is the same kind of connectors ImmersionRC uses on their VTx. I've used MPX in the past but now tend to prefer these.

Cheers

[Coyote]

 

This is the same kind of connectors ImmersionRC uses on their VTx. I've used MPX in the past but now tend to prefer these.

Cheers

Nice :) Added to my shopping list

[Toenee]

It's a shame with RS's order quantities, it makes it quite expensive when you only need 2. I have ordered the multiplex connectors and will see how they go.
Thanks

[Rommie]

I have started to use these
http://shop.rc-electronic.com/WING-AND-FUSELAGE-CONNECTORS/ROOKIE-LINE/Wing-connectors-8pin-plug-socket-2-pairs.htm?shop=k_emcotec_e&SessionId=&a=article&ProdNr=A85310&p=3726

[electrotor]

It's a shame with RS's order quantities, it makes it quite expensive when you only need 2. I have ordered the multiplex connectors and will see how they go.
Thanks

You can buy Molex individual housings and small quantities of pins at Mouser Electronics.
http://www.mouser.com/catalog/645/usd/1623.pdf

[FlyingRock]

I vouch for the molex stuff but it is more expensive; it works out to ~28p per connection (inc. connectors, free shipping) vs ~6p per connection (ex shipping) for a hobbyking JST-SH plug set.

I usually end up using 2 or 3 of these per plane; the crimping tool is the same.

Cheers