alternative to jst-xh?

[auraslip]

I hate them. Everytime I unplug one I'm like, "Do I pain my finger nails trying to dig it out the right way, or do I pull on the wires and risk pulling them out of the contacts?"

And crimping them isn't fun either.

On the other hand, the mxp connectors are a breeze. I can solder up a set of halls in minutes, and I can be positive that they'll never fail.

Are there any solder only jst-xh compatible connectors?

 

[Ypedal]

I blob hot glue on the ends of the JST connectors, it gives a good lump to pull from and does not stress a single ballance wire, distributes the pull force.. i chew my fingernails...

 

[dogman dan]

I bought some of these. But a bit pricy if you have tons of packs. But easier than replacing connectors.
http://epbuddy.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=26_13

At least they give you something to grab.

 

[mud2005]

I hate them. Everytime I unplug one I'm like, "Do I pain my finger nails trying to dig it out the right way, or do I pull on the wires and risk pulling them out of the contacts?"

I couldn't agree more. I can't stand those damn things.

I bought some of these. But a bit pricy if you have tons of packs. But easier than replacing connectors.
http://epbuddy.com/index.php?main_page= ... Path=26_13

At least they give you something to grab.

very nice dogman, I've never seen those AB clips. a great solution as you don't have to replace the connectors.

I was using these 7-pin connectors from a local electronics store. they are really nice, but they are expensive and there is much soldering involved. I may now switch to those AB clips.

 

[jamo96]

I put epoxy on the ends of my jst connectors to hold all the wires in and together.

 

[auraslip]

Good suggestions all. I was hoping for a 2.54mm pitch connector that has solderable female contacts though.