I just took a look at my Si-Tex flux gate compass connectors and they seem
to have a worth while connectors/plugs scheme. They have all metal shell,
with clamp and screw stain relief. The internal insulator is held in place
with a set screw and when released the insulater slides out the face of the
plug.

I visited their web site and although they no longer list my flux compass
model, I was surprised at how much techincal information they are willing to
share with their customers.. Their coverage of the connector scheme for all
of their current equipment models. They have a 60+ .pdf document covering
the connector types and standard pin assignments.. It appears that their
have only abour a half dozen different connectors.

From their information, I was able to identify the connector I will need.

The nice thing about their connectors is that they can be assembled,
inspected or repaired in the field, with only a screw driver soldering iron
(I keep a 12 vdc on board). No need for all that extra cable dangling behind
the equipment or problems getting a connector through a hole or wireway.

Of course the only way I would truly enjoy this ease is if I switch over to
all Si-Tex equipment.. (do you hear that Raymarine, Furuno, Yeoman,
Interphase, Standard Horizon). I'm saying "Si-Tex doesn't have their head up
their A$$ when it comes to a standard connector scheme."

OK! I got my morning rant out of the way, now on to more enjoyable things.

Steve
s/v Good Intentions