For a while I've been kicking around some ideas for creating MagSafe-type connectors. One thought was to use an RJ connector. I'd could cut off the tab that holds the male connector in place and position some magnets on both male and female to hold them together. I haven't come up with a way to set up the magnets but if we assume it is do-able would this create a reliable connection? If so what would the upper bounds of voltage/current be?
This says that max current is 1.5A per contact for RJ11. Are there other RJ connectors that are rated for more? My projects are <= 20 volts (usually 12v) with a max of 2 amps (usually less than 1A).
If you have other ideas for a MagSafe connector I'd love to hear them (although maybe that would be better in a separate thread). I've seen the Rosenberger connections but I'm assuming they are too expensive for my simple projects.
This says that max current is 1.5A per contact for RJ11. Are there other RJ connectors that are rated for more? My projects are <= 20 volts (usually 12v) with a max of 2 amps (usually less than 1A).
If you have other ideas for a MagSafe connector I'd love to hear them (although maybe that would be better in a separate thread). I've seen the Rosenberger connections but I'm assuming they are too expensive for my simple projects.