mrflib I am struggling to find quality DC/DC 2.1mm power cables less than 2m in length. 2m length would really mess with the cable management.

I assemble my own 5.5mm/2.1mm terminated cables using 18 AWG pairs and silicone insulation, like this:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0779QRR58

The wires on this one looks like 18 AWG, unlike some of Amazon stuff that is advertized as 18AWG but are really more like 22 AWG. The silicone insulation prevents the cable from becoming stiff in the cold. The same brand is on Amazon with longer spools and various AWG.

CCheck tables on the web on the resistance per meter for stranded copper wires. Since we tend to run about 5A through the wires, the IR drop can eat you alive with longer cable runs, eespecially if they are thinner than 18AWG. Remember that for each meter of power cable, you need to double the resistance from the power cables for both the power and the return.

By the way, for the PowerPole connectors, I use the custom crimping tools instead of soldering -- which can cause the cable ends to become brittle over time.

Chen

    8 days later

    Found this on Etsy(see link), might be of interest to anyone reading this thread and thinking about cable management and strain reliving the USB cables. If link doesn’t work search ASIAIR on Etsy, the shop has 2-3 varieties/options.

    https://etsy.me/3uDq0VG

    2 years later

    I am having the same issue with my new asi2600mc pro. I am running the AM5,Asiair plus, and asi2600mc pro with separate zwo 12v 5a power adapters. I can't get past 5-10 images taken without the main camera disconnecting. I am posting a new report on this.

      JSTAR0057 I can't get past 5-10 images taken without the main camera disconnecting.

      Do you mean the main camera disconnects every 5-10 images?
      We recommend that you try replacing the USB cable.

        Try using shorter USB cables as they have a stronger signal. Make sure you are using the right ports USB2 for USB2, USB3 for USB3, and make sure they plugs are tight. I kept losing connect to my guide scope because a) i used wrong USB port, and b) USB-C wasn't plugged in tight enough.

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