> I need a rugged connector that trained monkeys (although they're
> usually called "users") will mate and unmate several times a day for
> several years, often while wearing gloves. 5+pins, 4A@50v or so ok. A
> couple of the pins will be CAN bus (not at max speed).
>
> Cycle life, robustness, availability, cost, reliability, service
> ability - all important, probably in close to that order.
>
> Any recommendations?
>

Anderson Power Products 'Powerpole Connectors' or the related SPEC pak=20
or  Blindmate Power Pak series?

http://www.andersonpower.com/products/

Daniel
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