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Spade termination for Vandersteen 2CE Signature ii

I want to terminate two sets of cables with spade connectors for a pair of Vandersteen 2CE Signature ii screw plate hook-up. Vandersteen says the max width for a spade is 7/16ths or .4375 inch. I would like to use Cardas CGMS spades, but their width is .4875 (http://www.cardas.com/cgms.php).
One cable I want to reterminate is a AudioQuest Rocket 33. It was banana plug and I stripped it to bare wire. The other set is four runs of Duelund 12AWG.

I am seeking advice on a specific spade to use for the Vandersteen screw plate. Has anyone used the CGMS (I know the specs indicate it would not fit). Any other mfg. recommendations for a spade to use?

I am connecting to a Rogue Cronus Magnum II and a Tandberg 3012A. Any advice is appreciated.


arturos73
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erik_squires
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I really love the WBT spring loaded spades. They grip really well.

Best,
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erik_squires
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also, I find soft connectors work best. Hard, rhodium plated materials have a tough time gripping.
arturos73 OP
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Thanks for the recommendations.

erik_squires: What type of soft connectors? Is there a specific material you recommend?
All: Please include a URL or specific spade mfg./item description.
I plan to have these soldered onto the AQ Rocket 33 and the Duelund 12AWG bare wires.


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