Zack,
I glued together the Molex power connectors (yes, the ARRL recommended
standard ones) a long time ago with some two-part epoxy. I wanted to fix
the pins in place so they didn't move about when using them, since the
retaining spikes on the push-in connectors only hold so much.
I pushed the glue into the back of the assembled connectors, being
careful not to get too much in that would permanently glue both sides of
the connector together. In this way, the wires were also sealed and
securely "stuck" to the connector body. It's kind of a strain relief I
guess you might say.
Not sure if this is what you meant, but I think epoxy is a good way to
go. It won't harm the nylon body of the connectors, but does seem to
stick to it OK.
I have also had good luck with a product called JB Weld, available in
several versions
for fast or slow curing times. The glue used in the molex connectors
mentioned above was the clear two part epoxy from Devcon.
72,
Gary Surrency AB7MY
S&S TAC-1(40&80m) and ARK30, AT-11 (QRO and QRP)
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