Dimensions of 6mm barrel connectors

jephthai

I would like to build power cables to run devices off of the 6mm barrel connector output. Since you do not provide a 6mm barrel connector to wire leads for this purpose, can you provide the dimensions of the connector so I can source my own?

jg164

@jephthai in case others need this, I measured the 6mm male connector on a Light a Life 350 with a digital caliper.

jg164

@jephthai

Here are some options we sell. Some are out of stock. I do not have access to a 6mm connector drawing.

1. 6mm Output 6ft Extension Cable – Goal Zero
2. 6mm Male to Ring Terminal Adapter – Goal Zero
3. 6mm Male to Alligator Clamp – Goal Zero
4. 6mm Output Female Cigarette Adapter – Goal Zero

jephthai

I found some online discussions where people claim it is either a 6x1.4mm barrel connector or a 6.5x1.4mm barrel. Some other people seem to have tried 6x1mm connectors, and said they are loose because the center pin is too small.

I've ordered several candidates of each from Mouser for less than the price of the one cable of the four you listed that is in stock. It's better if I can get just the connector anyway, because then I don't need to hack up and adapt whatever cable and wiring is used in that extension...

It's pretty annoying that Goal Zero is positioned in the market as a premium brand, and an incredibly simple question like this has no official answer anywhere. It should be in the specification sheet for the power stations, in my opinion.

jephthai

Awesome, thanks for the followup! This helps tremendously.