Overview
The Etronix 4.0mm Female Gold Connectors (10) pack provides an essential and reliable connectivity solution for RC enthusiasts across the UK who demand dependable electrical connections for their radio-controlled vehicles and equipment. Whether you're building a custom RC car, upgrading your existing setup, or maintaining your fleet of RC models, having a quality set of 4.0mm female connectors is absolutely crucial for ensuring safe, efficient power delivery and signal transmission. These gold connectors are specifically engineered to deliver superior conductivity and durability compared to standard alternatives, making them an ideal choice for both beginners getting started with RC hobby vehicles and experienced competitors running high-performance RC buggies, monster trucks, and other specialist models.
Supplied as a convenient pack of ten connectors, the Etronix 4.0mm Female Gold Connectors represent excellent value and ensure you always have spare connectors on hand for repairs, modifications, and ongoing maintenance of your RC collection. The gold-plated construction provides superior electrical properties compared to basic brass connectors, reducing resistance and ensuring maximum current transfer efficiency throughout your RC vehicle's power systems. This is particularly important for anyone running brushless RC motors and high-capacity LiPo batteries, where every fraction of a volt matters for performance, speed, and run times.
These 4.0mm connectors are part of the comprehensive Etronix connector range, which offers multiple sizes to suit different RC applications and requirements. The standardised 4.0mm size makes these connectors compatible with a wide variety of RC equipment available in the UK hobby market, ensuring excellent compatibility across different brands and models of RC cars, trucks, and specialist vehicles.
Key Features
- Gold-Plated Construction — The connectors feature premium gold plating which significantly improves conductivity and reduces electrical resistance, ensuring maximum power delivery to your RC motor and electronic components whilst minimising voltage drop during operation.
- Female Connector Type — These are specifically female connectors, which accept male connector pins, making them ideal for battery packs, charge leads, and various RC power distribution applications where a receiving connection is required.
- 4.0mm Standardised Size — The 4.0mm size is widely recognised and used across the RC hobby in the UK and internationally, providing excellent compatibility with mainstream RC equipment, batteries, and electronic speed controllers.
- Pack of Ten Connectors — Supplied as a convenient bundle of ten units, this quantity is perfect for building spare harnesses, replacing worn connectors, or stocking up for ongoing maintenance and repair work on multiple RC vehicles.
- High-Quality Materials — These connectors are engineered using robust materials designed to withstand the demands of regular RC use, including repeated connection cycles and exposure to vibration during operation of high-performance RC models.
- Improved Current Flow — The gold plating and precision engineering ensure stable electrical connections with minimal resistance, which is essential for maintaining consistent performance in brushless RC systems and preventing heat buildup at connection points.
Technical Performance
The Etronix 4.0mm Female Gold Connectors are manufactured to exacting standards using premium materials and construction techniques that ensure reliability across all RC applications. The gold-plated contacts provide superior electrical conductivity compared to traditional alternatives, which is critically important when powering high-demand brushless RC motors and when working with advanced battery systems such as 3S, 4S, or higher LiPo configurations. The 4.0mm size represents an industry-standard connector format recognised across the RC hobby community in the UK and beyond, ensuring broad compatibility with batteries, ESCs (electronic speed controllers), and various RC accessories. Each connector in the pack of ten has been manufactured to consistent tolerances, guaranteeing reliable fits and secure connections that won't loosen during aggressive RC driving or challenging terrain. The gold plating not only enhances conductivity but also provides superior corrosion resistance compared to bare brass, meaning these connectors will maintain their performance characteristics even with regular use and storage in varying environmental conditions. This makes them an excellent investment for anyone running serious RC vehicles, whether you're enjoying weekend bashing in the UK countryside with an RC monster truck, competing in RC racing events, or maintaining a collection of different scale RC cars and off-road buggies.
What's in the Box
- 10 x 4.0mm Female Gold Connectors
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are these 4.0mm female gold connectors suitable for high-power RC applications? — Yes, absolutely. The gold-plated construction and precision engineering make these connectors ideal for high-power applications including brushless motor systems and high-capacity LiPo batteries commonly used in performance RC cars and trucks throughout the UK.
- What makes gold-plated connectors better than standard brass connectors? — Gold plating provides significantly improved electrical conductivity, reduced resistance, and superior corrosion resistance compared to bare brass. This means better power delivery, less heat generation at the connection point, and longer connector lifespan even with frequent use.
- Will these connectors work with my RC battery and ESC? — The 4.0mm female connector is a standardised size widely used across the RC hobby. These connectors should work with most RC batteries, ESCs, and related equipment that use 4.0mm connectors. Check your equipment specifications to confirm compatibility.
- How many connectors do I need? — This pack provides ten connectors, which is ideal for building spare harnesses, maintaining multiple RC vehicles, or replacing worn connectors. One complete connection typically requires two connectors (one male and one female), so ten female connectors would allow you to create five complete pairs when paired with male connectors.
- Are these connectors suitable for beginners? — Yes, these connectors are straightforward to use and are suitable for RC enthusiasts at all skill levels. Beginners should ensure they follow proper soldering techniques when attaching these connectors to battery leads or electronic components, and some basic RC knowledge regarding polarity and correct connection orientation is recommended.
- Can I use these connectors for battery storage and charging? — These connectors are suitable for use in charging applications and general battery storage harnesses. Always ensure proper polarity when connecting, and never reverse-connect a battery as this can cause damage to your RC equipment.
Why Buy from RC Model Shop?
RC Model Shop is a trusted UK RC retailer and authorised dealer for all the brands we stock, including Traxxas, ARRMA, Losi, FTX, Hobbywing, Spektrum and more. Based in Walsall, we have a physical store where customers are welcome to come in, view products and purchase in store. Whether you are a seasoned competitor, a weekend basher, or just discovering the world of RC for the first time, our team of experienced RC enthusiasts is here to help you find the perfect setup and provide ongoing support. Order the ETRONIX 4.0MM FEMALE GOLD CONNECTORS (10) ET0606 today with confidence, knowing you are buying from an authorised retailer with genuine products, expert knowledge and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Shop online or visit us in Walsall — we look forward to helping you get the most out of your RC experience.
- Brand: Etronix
- Model Number: ET0606
- Product Type: Female Gold Connectors
- Connector Size: 4.0mm
- Connector Type: Female
- Material: Gold-plated
- Quantity Supplied: 10 connectors
- Stock Status: In stock
- Barcode: 5055323943911
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