Tim Shoppa wrote:
I also like the Neutrik's but at least with the connectors I've seen,
the insulators are thermosetting plastics that can melt under
soldering temperatures.

This came up on one of the broadcasting groups a few weeks ago.

I suppose use of XLR connectors is rare in amateur radio but...

I've had problems with Neutrik connectors. On the cable connectors,
I've had problems with the strain relief mechanisms breaking. On brand
new ones, if you try to tighten them too tight. ("too tight" is to easy
to achieve) On ones that have been in service for awhile, they seem to
break with less abuse than Switchcraft. (in a field environment they
WILL be abused)

On the chassis connectors, at least they used to use "pot metal" for the
frame - and the frames would break. We made the mistake of using some
for a side connector panel on a live truck, and within a few months
they'd managed to push several connectors all the way through the panel.

They're probably OK when used in a situation where they won't be touched
very often.

I share the disgust for connectors that melt when soldered in a normal
fashion. Haven't had much trouble with that on 1/4" connectors but some
on 1/8" and a LOT on RCA connectors.

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Doug Smith W9WI
Pleasant View, TN EM66