Thanks to John for posting!
I was chatting with John about his new e-Vector when he told me about the MPI issue. When they say things like “having a problem with supplier” I figured that was a “pearl clutching” moment! I was hoping that if John posted there might lead others to post possible supply links, thanks to those who have posted here.
I use the MPI units everywhere. I have a couple new ones on hand, plus my local Hobby shop usually has them in stock. I do not (yet) plan on going into hoarder mode - honest! All seriousness aside this is not a crisis issue, if we can solder up LiIons then new arming switches should not be a game breaker, right? It’s just that I am perfectly happy. BUYING a ready to use component instead of dabbing one.
Per John, the Innov8tive unit was a 1-piece mounting flange that does NOT mechanically lock the connector body in place, you need a couple drops of CA. Probably still OK…