Amass XT30UPB Male and Female Connector

Amass XT30UPB Male and Female Connector for RC LiPo Batteries

The Amass XT30UPB Male and Female Connector gives you a secure and efficient connection for RC LiPo batteries. The connectors offer exceptional durability and conductivity for RC and PCB projects.

They are engineered with 2mm gold-plated copper contacts and reinforced with a nylon/PA body. The listing rates them to handle up to 30A, with a recommended lifespan of 1000 cycles.

The compact design makes them easy to install, giving a firm and lasting connection that supports optimal performance in RC and PCB builds.

Key features

• High conductivity: 2mm gold-plated copper ensures excellent electrical conductivity and resistance to corrosion.

• Durable build: the nylon/PA body is built to withstand up to 1000 uses.

• High current capacity: up to 30A for RC LiPo battery projects.

• Easy installation: compact design for quick, secure assembly to PCB or RC systems.

• Versatile: suitable for RC LiPo batteries and PCB projects.

How an XT30-style connector works

A power connector is the link between your battery and everything that draws current from it. It has to hold securely, carry the current without heating up and, ideally, only fit together one way so that reverse polarity is impossible. The metal contacts are usually gold plated to resist corrosion, and the housing holds the two contacts apart and keeps them aligned.

Solder connectors with a clean, hot joint and enough solder to fill the cup, then slide heat-shrink over the joint so no bare metal is exposed. A cold or under-heated joint has high resistance and gets hot under load, which is the most common cause of connector failure. Always check polarity before you plug in a battery for the first time.

Choose connectors by the current they will actually carry, not just by how they look. A connector that is too small runs hot and can melt its housing, while a connector that is rated well above your load stays cool and lasts longer. Inspect connectors periodically, and replace any that show discolouration, loose contacts or cracked housings.