| Question: What does this connector look like? |
| Round Pin
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Flat Pin
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| Question: What variations of this connector are available? |
Answer: Pin connectors vary in shape, plating, body type and connection style.
| Pin Shape |
Advantage |
| Round pin |
Better connection. |
| Flat pin |
Costs less. |
| Plating |
Advantage |
| Nickel-plated |
Costs less. |
| Gold-plated |
Greater corrosion resistance and conductivity. |
| Body Type |
Advantage |
| Metal body |
Greater durability and professional appearance. |
| Plastic body |
Greater flexibility and lower cost. |
| Connection Method |
Advantage |
Solderless
(Twist on) |
Easier to connect to the cable.
Doesn't require a soldering iron or crimping tool. |
| Crimp on |
More secure connection to the cable. |
| Solder-type |
Most secure connection to the cable. |
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| Question: What is this connector used for? |
Answer: Pin connectors are used for terminating speaker connections and for making temporary connections, such as in electronic testing.
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| Question: What cable or cables are used with this connector? |
Answer: Pin connectors are used on single-conductor cable, such as speaker wire.
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| Question: How is this connector attached to the cable? |
Answer: Pin connectors can be connected to the conductor by either twisting on the connector, crimping to connector onto the wire, or soldering the connector onto the wire.
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| Question: Where can I get this type of connector? |
Answer: Pin connectors can be ordered on-line, through your local RadioShack store, or by calling our order center at 800-241-8742.
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