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Superb examples of CP Wiring?
Jdurg:
Yeah, it really makes my wiring job look like a rat's nest. Granted, i've already blown about $20 on wire and connectors, but I think I might strip it all down and start over to get rid of the "rat's nest" look.
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WOW
You've taken the expression "anal retentive" and raised it to a whole new level. That's a compliment BTW. :notworthy:
Ginsu Victim:
Underneath my CP is a nightmare. I really need to do some planning. Write everything down, and rewire the whole mess.
Stub:
Good thread, but there are two things I have to disagree with.
I am a datacenter operations admin, and I have to say make it workable.
Solder: avoid on components. Dont solder your switches or boards. Now I do prefer to solder the quick disconnects to the wire for a good connection, but if you crimp properly and are not good with an iron you will be fine. The first time you change a component or fix a dead switch you will be happy you did.
Second from professional experience zip ties are crap. You want refastenable velcro ties. You dont need to get the fancy cut ones either. Get a roll of velcro and cut a one inch strip ( or more near your big bundles) poke a hole in the center and and secure to the CP with a small 1/4" wood screw. You can secure each wire as you cut it and lay it in, and it makes doing work on your panel afterward cake.
mountain:
Wire ties are CRAP? I beg to differ. I like the Velcro straps too, I use the behind our computer table at home that I seam to always tear into for one reason or another. IMO, they are too bulky for relatively small diameter wire used on control panels. My machine has been together for a year now and I have yet had the need to cut into the wiring harnesses that are wire tied (and laced) together.
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