Connectors

One current problem we need to address is to choose a capable standard connector so that everyone can participate and prepare equipment before the next camp so that time is not wasted trying to connect everything together.

The discussion tab can be used to debate the various types of connectors. So far, the following connectors have been proposed:

Multi-Contact 4

Technical Specifications: Max Amps: Max Volts

Pros:

• Waterproof
• Fairly cheap
• Difficult to disconnect by accident
• While not recommended, designed to stop potential arcing on disconnect (an advantage over the MC3 connectors)

Cons:

• + and - connectors are separate cables.
• Can be difficult to disconnect without tools

XT60

Technical Specifications: Max Amps: 60A Max Volts:

Suggested by Munich Maker Lab during camp Page creator has no experience with this type of connector.

Pros:

• Cheap
• Small
• one connector does both + and - wires

Cons:

• No waterproof variant has been found

Speakon

Technical Specifications: Max Amps: Max Volts:

Pros:

Cons:

XLR-4

Technical Specifications: Max Amps: Max Volts:

Pros:

• Extra wires could be used for signalling

Cons:

• Could be confused with stage equipment in use at festivals