Deans vs XT60: The Battle of the Connectors FAQs of XT30 and Deans Connector Q: Is the plug getting hot due to excessive current? Here’re are the weights of the LiPo connectors I tested, which includes both the male and female connectors. All measurements were taken using a cheap priced digital scale, with an accuracy of 0.1g. Interestingly, the rest of the connectors – namely BT2.0, A30, GNB27, and XT30 – performed quite similarly when subjected to the 12A load. Given this, on a Tiny Whoop, you’re unlikely to perceive any noticeable differences between these connectors in the electrical performance. However, when weight becomes a factor, the A30 and BT2.0 connectors stand out as the clear winners. XT30

Deans: While it offers excellent performance, some users might find XT series connectors easier to handle, both in terms of soldering and plug-in/plug-out operations. Electrical Properties Connector (Plug) To maintain consistency throughout the testing, I chose to use the same battery for all the connectors (a 2S 300mAh LiHV battery). The original connector on this battery was replaced with the connectors under test. I had no problems soldering and insulating the connectors, and at the field they are easy to pull apart, especially after using JST for so long. Made from high-temp Nylon and gold plated spring connectors, both are included in the same injection mold at the time when forming the connector. The XT30 ensures a solid high-amp connection, perfect for applications up to and beyond 35A constant.You can learn more about why and how to add capacitor in your drone in this article. Soldering Techniques

There’s also voltage rating for electrical wires, but it’s usually not a concern for RC applications, since the voltage we are dealing with are well below 30V. The wires we use can tolerate much higher voltage (e.g. hundreds of volts or even higher). Where to Buy Silicon Electrical WiresWe have a similar topics on the forum if you’d like to learn more about this subject and like to comment. Edit History The heat dissipation performance of the multi-strand wire is better than that of the single-strand wire because the multi-strand wire has a certain gap. While it’s tempting to overcompensate and use larger connectors, it’s not always necessary and can add unnecessary weight to your drone. In some cases, it may even have a negative impact on your drone’s performance. For example, when it comes to micro drones such as Tiny Whoops, there’s a debate about whether XT30 connectors or BT2.0 / A30 connectors are the better option. While XT30 connectors have a lower resistance than PH2.0, BT2.0 and A30, but the benefits are hardly noticeable while it’s much heavier, some argue that BT2.0 and A30 are the optimal choices because they provide a good compromise between weight and performance. You can learn more about these connectors for micro drones in my testing: https://oscarliang.com/micro-battery-connectors-testing/ During the test, the battery was discharged at a constant current of 12A, until the voltage dropped to 6V (3.0V per cell). This 12A load is a reasonable representation of the demands placed on a 1S or 2S micro quad. A typical tiny whoop draws fewer amps than this.