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Perfect xover connection barrier strip...
Yes- this is the one you want! I ordered some....
https://www.allelectronics.com/item/ter-136/6-position-single-row-terminal-strip/1.html
Been looking for one like this for a bit now.
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Oh wow, that IS perfect, and the price is very reasonable. Thanks Ben!
Nice, especially for those of us who make frequent changes to their crossovers.
No one else use the euro terminal blocks?
https://www.allelectronics.com/item/tb-20/20a-12-position-terminal-block/1.html
I use a chisel to cut them into sections
I have used the Euros and the standard barriers. When using any adjacent with coils, the barrier style will add to the inductance values due to their steel content. The Euros affect this issue much less.
What I like about the tabbed single row posted, is the multi connections. It's perfect for a 2-way with 2 in and 4 out, and can accommodate the circuit you desire...
EDIT: spelling error...
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For me, it's the 6 possible connections per circuit. Really can simplify crossover wiring. For example for a 2 way with 2nd order on the woofer and 3rd order on the tweeter, you need 5 connections to ground. sometimes a real hassle.
So do you crimp push-on connectors to all your prototype components?
John,
Those are my favored connectors also.
Jim
I really like the euro blocks too.
Anybody know a good source for the single tab strips for point to point like Troels and some vintage tube amps use?
http://www.troelsgravesen.dk/Jenzen-CA_files/xover-2-large.jpg
Tube Depot
https://tubedepot.com/t/diy-central/terminal-strips
Ron
I've switched exclusively to power distribution blocks, not sure they handle enough current though...
https://canada.newark.com/marathon-special-products/epbcp74/tb-power-distribution-1p-2awg/dp/73R3829
I have used bags full of those. They usually can be cut into the appropriate sized sections with a good, sharp heavy-duty knife.
I like the Euro terminal strips too. Like Jim, I cut them to size. The only problem I have is finding the larger hole strips that also have a straight screwdriver screw tip. Used to get them at Rat Shack and the ones I purchased from Amazon have smaller wire holes and smaller Phillips head screws.
That's my greatest irritation when trying to order them. There are a lot of smaller sized iterations out there with very poor metal hardware in them. I once had a handful so crappy that about 10% of the screws wouldn't hold or even thread properly.
When I've used Euros, the flush cuts make quick work in separation. 9/10 though ill solder leads and not use them at all. I think these tabbed boogers may fix that MO. I'm wanting to know if they are removable too, as they could be used elsewhere when not needed.
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And why would we do that?
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Seems as if you are trying to avoid soldering.
Got them today! Yes, the 3 pairs of tabs are removable.
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Awesome thanks!
Nope, not the goal.
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I like these guys,
https://mouser.ca/ProductDetail/534-1006?fbclid=IwAR2q3NXLMKv0V75774SVKv3C34O0uxgSRQ2ORH-W0fyuUnZk1PNw3ovEnZo
Do they stick to a magnet?
Nope. The tabs do not. Apparently, the screws do not either. They must be stainless hardware screws.
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Euro terminal user, Lowes and HD sell them.