Looking for a connector.

I am about to do another paparazzi systems integration on a Nexstar. Since the GPS is on the AP board, I have to mount the AP where it has a clear view of the sky. Previously I have cut the fuse aft of the wing, and mounted the AP there, but I have never been that satisfied with that solution.

I would like to mount the AP in the wing along with the xbee module, and IR Sensors. I also want to run a single cable from the wing to the fuse. A simple AP install like this would require 8 wires. To make room for future sensors or camera control, I would like to run a 16 wire cable.

My problem so far is locating the proper connector. Ideally I would like to use a 16 pin connector, that is lightweight, keyed, and locking, but that can also be disconnected with minimal force.

Does anyone know of a connector like this?

The best idea I have so far is to run two cables and use RJ45 (ethernet) connectors, but I think I can find something better.

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Permalink Reply by Mark on April 20, 2009 at 7:28am
Both Allied Electronics and Newark carry a wide variety of connectors. You can likely find one that suits the wire/power requirements at either site. Although, most of the connectors are probably going to be larger and heavier than you want.
Permalink Reply by Cory on April 20, 2009 at 6:29pm
That is the problem so far. I can find connectors that suit many of the requirements, but I would really like a lightweight connector. Does anyone know of a specific connector that would be good?

ModeratorPermalink Reply by Brian on April 21, 2009 at 4:56pm
How about a 15pin serial flat cable from a computer? The internal cable connected to the back of the external socket and the motherboard. Others, like scsi, may work as well and give you additional pinsI've seen the headers/sockets at Fry's Electronics and the cable should be easy enought to find. Just a thought.
Permalink Reply by Cory on April 21, 2009 at 8:15pm
That is one I had thought of. I could use that, but I think I would choose rj45 over that option since the rj45 has built in locking, and requires less force for the connection. Thank you for the idea.

ModeratorPermalink Reply by Brian on April 21, 2009 at 9:23pm
I'm was looking for a 5pin connector w/the same requirements for the ArduPilot x,y,z sensors. I found a locking header/socket set and remember seeing them as large as 10 pins. Check a local electonics surplus store, that's where I found mine.
Permalink Reply by Cory on April 22, 2009 at 5:43am
Thanks. That is one thing I will do.

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