Alan Jarvis Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 I am about to start building a large model and will need to make the wings detachable. In the past I have just used numerous 3 pin servo connectors which is a bit fiddly. Does anyone know of a multi connector that I could fix into the fuse and the wing so I could just push them together when I install the wing. I have tried the green multiplex one but not very good. A ZIF (zero insertion force) would be good with at least 6 pins or more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Hopkin Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Have a wander through Maplins web site they do loads of different multi pin connectors suitable for servo connectors - not for leccy motors though! Edited By Dave Hopkin on 25/01/2015 13:45:01 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stu knowles Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 I'm sure that Fighteraces sells them under the Ashlock name Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevo Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Aha! That was my next question! These or here or if you don't like crimpning (as I don't) here but they are from the U.S.A Edited By Stevo on 25/01/2015 14:33:08 Edited By Stevo on 25/01/2015 14:33:23 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Jarvis Posted January 25, 2015 Author Share Posted January 25, 2015 Those are ok but not what I am looking for. I want to permanently fix one socket/plug into the Fuse and the other into the wing so that I don't have to connect them they are a push fit when I fit the wing. They need to be easy to push fit and give a good connection. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stu knowles Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 I'm not aware of anything like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevo Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Right! See what you mean. So that you just bolt the wing on and all the electrics automatically plug in!? You may have to Google around, Maplin, Conrad electronics, and so on. There aremore electronics guys on here that will look in at some point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cymaz Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Found a picture of probably what you need! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevo Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 I spotted those but I thought I would give you the credit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cymaz Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Two great minds.....etc......etc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Skilbeck Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 or these I've used both ashloks and Multiplex connectors to make up multiservo connections (but not fixed in place) and a friend has a large glider whih has the multiplex ones built into the wing and fuselage which seem to work OK. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevo Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Cymaz... Here's an earlier attempt... A few years back! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cymaz Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Nice and neat.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Hopkin Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Posted by Alan Jarvis on 25/01/2015 14:45:18: Those are ok but not what I am looking for. I want to permanently fix one socket/plug into the Fuse and the other into the wing so that I don't have to connect them they are a push fit when I fit the wing. They need to be easy to push fit and give a good connection. You would need to fit the wing at 90 degrees to the fus to ensure that the pins were not distorted and the accuracy required for a perfect fit (both in alignment and depth of penetration) would make construction tedious Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevo Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 Sorry can't mention penetration on here. I have to concur Dave. There's nothing to stop the connector being mounted (bolted or screwed) on the wing and a trailing lead from the fuselage plugged into it and locked in some way. It would make the construction rather awkward, and if there is the slightest chance of misalignment I would err on the side of caution. It will guarantee a good connection - and won't take any extra time in assembling the model at the field. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin McIntosh Posted January 26, 2015 Share Posted January 26, 2015 Have a look at my Nihuis P51 build to get the idea of what I now use. The black connector is identical to servo plugs so the existing crimped leads are used. These come up to 12 way and all the bits are from CPC Ltd. The Rx is connected with plug to plug leads. Have converted all of my models which use dual ailerons/flaps/retracts etc. They have a built in friction lock to boot. Could post more pics. and details on request. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Jarvis Posted January 26, 2015 Author Share Posted January 26, 2015 Hi Martin Thanks for your reply but I can't find your P51 build in your albums so a photo would be useful. Could you also give me the CPC part numbers. Alan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin McIntosh Posted January 26, 2015 Share Posted January 26, 2015 Will do. I published the part numbers somewhere but cannot recall where. Martin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny Fenton Posted January 26, 2015 Share Posted January 26, 2015 Hi Alan, I have done what I think you are trying to do on a 1/5th scale Chipmunk. I used 9 pin 'D' connectors. Cheap as chips from Maplins or other Ebay suppliers. The model has only flown a half dozen times since the connectors were fitted, so I cannot tell you the lifespan of this, but I do check their security before assembly each filght. This method does make rigging the model very quick, and easy, as aileron, flap and landing light are all handled through the connector (port connector has landing light also, starboard shown in pics). Cheers Danny Edited By Danny Fenton on 26/01/2015 13:03:28 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Jarvis Posted January 26, 2015 Author Share Posted January 26, 2015 Thanks Danny. I have a drawer full of the 9 pin D connectors but I really want a 12 pin connector. 3 flaps, 3 ailerons, 3 gear, 3 lights It may be possible to have a common negative which then all would fit on 9 pins Thanks for your reply and pictures. Alan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dickw Posted January 26, 2015 Share Posted January 26, 2015 Posted by Alan Jarvis on 26/01/2015 13:38:10: ..... It may be possible to have a common negative which then all would fit on 9 pins Alan You can use a common +ve and a common -ve. I do that frequently when using multi pin connectors - e.g 4 servos from the Multiplex 6 pin plug/socket. I now prefer to use an 8 pin connector for 4 servos so I can have 2 pins for +ve and 2 pins for -ve for security and current carrying capacity. Dick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny Fenton Posted January 26, 2015 Share Posted January 26, 2015 A common set of pins for pos and neg would be one way or go for a larger 'D' connector they do several sizes, 15 (shown) and 25 spring to mind. Cheers Danny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Jones Posted January 26, 2015 Share Posted January 26, 2015 I've been using the above for years without issue, 9 pin with shared -ve or 15 pin as stand alone. I've had set-ups with one side mounted rigidly and the other on a fly lead and also where I've set them up to connect as you pust the parts together but it needs perfect alignment. No issues but only used on gliders, I'd be hesitant to use them on i.c. without using something to stop them coming apart with vibration. An elastic band or small zip ties through the holes would be enough. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny Fenton Posted January 26, 2015 Share Posted January 26, 2015 I agree Matt, it needs clamping together, my wing bolts do that as the two parts of the plug are rigidly attached to the fus/wing. Good to hear that yours have been working for some time, this was the area I was unsure of. I use Ashloks if I am going to manually plug them together in one large plug. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Jones Posted January 26, 2015 Share Posted January 26, 2015 I've got them on my original Elipse moulded glider, it must be over 10 years old and has had a lot of air time. Both sides are rigidly mounted and meet when the wing is bolted on. I've used them on the current build in the same way: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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