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Title: Source for bulk purchase of Deans Plugs?
Post by: Dennis Toth on September 20, 2020, 02:53:12 PM

As I'm getting ready to complete the wiring on my S1 Ringmaster I need to set up some batteries with Deans plugs. I'm looking for a source to buy like 10 or 20 sets at a time rather then the 1 or 2 in a pack. I have seen the ones on eBay and after doing some
searches on them, it seems they have a body that melts easily. Anyone have a source for a good quality Deans plug bulk purchase?

Best,   DennisT

Title: Re: Source for bulk purchase of Deans Plugs?
Post by: John Rist on September 20, 2020, 08:06:07 PM

I have had good luck with the eBay cheepy T-Plugs.  The trick is to plug in a mating connector when soldering.   This acts as an extra heat sink and holds the pins in alignment if the shells get soft.   Also I have good soldering iron with small tip.  This allows me to control the temp.  A soldering gun may be good for tanks but will burn up most any connector.

Title: Re: Source for bulk purchase of Deans Plugs?
Post by: Howard Rush on September 20, 2020, 08:57:31 PM

Quote from: John Rist on September 20, 2020, 08:06:07 PM

Also I have god soldering iron with small tip.

I have a great big idol with a golden head.

Title: Re: Source for bulk purchase of Deans Plugs?
Post by: Randy Powell on September 22, 2020, 04:41:20 PM

I order 10 of each (male and female) on Amazon for under $10.

Title: Re: Source for bulk purchase of Deans Plugs?
Post by: Jim Mynes on September 30, 2020, 11:30:44 AM

Do yourself a favor and switch everything to XT-60 before you’re heavily entrenched in the Dean’s connectors. They operate (plug/unplug) much smoother.
Amazon sells a good one, Amass brand, in bulk.

Title: Re: Source for bulk purchase of Deans Plugs?
Post by: Steve Tomlinson on September 30, 2020, 11:33:28 AM

I buy EC3's in bulk on Ebay or Amazon, generally sets of 10 m/f with pins for about $5

Title: Re: Source for bulk purchase of Deans Plugs?
Post by: Dennis Toth on November 27, 2020, 09:49:39 AM

I ordered from Hobbyking site only needed male ends, the 10 pack of the Nylon T connector Male plugs  SKU: 606Bx10, $2.65. They also have pairs and female ends. It is a good deal if you don't need them in a hurry. Only thing I didn't care for was the shipping cost is three times the cost of the product. But still less then buying them in packs of two for almost $6.

Best,   DennisT