(ET) In-Line Connector source

[steves <ssawtelle erols com>]

Someone asked a while back about the in-line wire harness connectors. I 
don't think the question was answered and I had to find the same 
connectors, so here it is:

They are AMP MATE-N-LOK series, 0.2" centers. Some part numbers (as used 
in my E20):

15 ckt pin housing   1-480324-0
15 ckt socket housing 1-480323-0
12 ckt pin housing  1-480278-0
12 ckt socket housing 1-480275-0
9 ckt pin housing 1-480277-0
9 ckt socket housing 1-480274-0
14-20AWG pin 60620-1
14-20AWG socket 60619-1

In stock at Mouser.com; about a buck each for housings, 12 cents for 
contacts (in 100s). No minimum, no service charges.

Problem is the proper crimp tool is a couple hundred bucks. I did get a 
decent crimp using a Molex tool I had - I think it's Mouser # 
538-63811-1000; about $38.

You can get contacts with different materials and platings, butI believe 
the number I show is proper for the ET ( found a reference in a parts 
list). Other contact finishes may not be compatible.

Standard disclaimer that my last name's not Mouser, YMMV, etc.

Another problem I had with the curent E20 is a card #3 with broken wire 
contacts and a couple broken tabs. I'm looking at replacing the present 
wire connectors with a card edge connector. I'll report back on how that 
works (or not).

- SteveS
working on E20 #2