Wattgate disected

[eriksquires]

Hi everyone,

I have posted a blog about the performance of Wattgate 320i connectors vs. the Parts Connexion store brand. I hope you find it interesting and if you have constructive criticism please let me know.

https://inatinear.blogspot.com/2023/04/wattgate-320i-measurements.html

 

[Mark Tillotson]

Can't see any indication for the wattgate unit that its standards-compliant at all, no datasheet, no UL rating etc, no mention of IEC conformity. Red flags all round basically. I'd assume its unsafe until proven otherwise.

 

[WntrMute2]

I hate IEC connectors. Hard to create the opening. (why there is no round form-factor is beyond me?) Very narrow trim to allow some slop in metal work. Nothing seems less positive than a typical IEC connection.
Sometimes I direct wire my amps which is fine but unwieldy for larger builds. The Power-con connector is still on the table.

 

[chrisng]

Can't see any indication for the wattgate unit that its standards-compliant at all,

I found this on their Connector Comparison Page:

http://www.wattgate.com/ecovsaudio/

 

[tomchr]

Something tells me that an $7 Levitron from your local home improvement warehouse would work every bit as well.
https://www.homedepot.ca/product/leviton-pvc-plug-3-wire-yellow/1000105461

Tom

 

[chrisng]

A locking C13 can eliminate power cord from being pulled out of the inlet unintentionally.

Schurter 3-122-074

IMO, A plug hanging half way into a inlet is unacceptable. A C13 plug must be seat fully in the inlet for best connection and contact resistance is more importance than overlap distance!

 

[SRMcGee]

Hi everyone,

I have posted a blog about the performance of Wattgate 320i connectors vs. the Parts Connexion store brand. I hope you find it interesting and if you have constructive criticism please let me know.

https://inatinear.blogspot.com/2023/04/wattgate-320i-measurements.html

eriksquires:

That was an interesting article. You are a nerd. Keep 'em coming!

Regards,
Scott