Big upgrade Small cost:Electronics International OLC2 splice

Recent update came out for the EI OLC to eliminate broken strands due to over tightened connectors.

[@SwamiMommy]

Very interesting!

[@waltroberts2504]

This is a great idea. I have a CGR30 in my C182M and intermittent sensors are a chronic problem. I liked the concept of the older EI OLCs but they have had their issues. Each annual and some oil changes I double check them. I'm going to check and see if a DB style standard density pin will fit in the one I have, otherwise, I'll seriously consider replacing all of them. By the way, I looked at how you designed your panel on the other video. I did something very similar using the Cessna Parts Manual drawing as a basis for determining the fit. The drawings in the parts manual are actually to scale once you correct the aspect ratio which I did by direct measurement. The CAD system I used was FreeCAD which I liked better than the EAA's Solidworks offering. It produced .STL files which drove the laser cutter to directly cut 0.090 6061-T6 AL used to support the Dynon Skyview HDX system now in the airplane. I'm also going to go with your dual shunt system to monitor battery and alternator flow since I have two shunts in on the bench right now. That is a great idea. Your means of setting up a secondary breaker panel is just what I've been looking for, too. I took out 27# of wire with my install, and there's more cleanup to do. I haven't touched the main switch panel, but I like the breakers you used and the switches are intriguing. Very nice Job.

[@112_adventures]

Thanks for the great comment. Luckily I've never had much of any issues with the EI connectors but I have broken a few strands by over torquing the set screws. This new system is amazing and while a direct solder connection is ideal, I like how this allows for quickly removing the item/connection if need be. For as many of them as I have installed, I've had zero issues but wanted to try the ferrules out, so I did it on my fuel flow sensor first as it was easiest to access. Thanks for watching the other videos too!

[@klipchuck]

My EI 30Combo install came out of the shop about a month ago, with the old connectors. EGT #3 stopped working, so I'm definitely going to go through with these new connectors. What is that crimper you are using?

[@112_adventures]

If you order the kit from EI it comes with the ferrules and connectors. Just give them a call, it’s not expensive.