Removable wire connectors for Goldline 24v valve actuators?

[coilerman]

This winter, I'd like to completely remove my valve actuators and store them in a dry place. Does anyone have their actuators wired up with removable connectors? Is there any reason something like below wouldn't work?

Anyone know the gauge of the wires? I'm thinking 24 guage?

 

[ajw22]

The actuators have 3 stranded wires. Not sure of the gauge.

My actuators have sat outside in winter snow for 20 years without major problems. I think a connection like that is more likley to cause problem then prevent any.

 

[Jimrahbe]

CM,

I have another use for those connectors... Please let us know the P/N and where you can buy them..

Thanks,

Jim R.

 

[ajw22]

CM,

I have another use for those connectors... Please let us know the P/N and where you can buy them..

Thanks,

Jim R.

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[coilerman]

The actuators have 3 stranded wires. Not sure of the gauge.

My actuators have sat outside in winter snow for 20 years without major problems. I think a connection like that is more likley to cause problem then prevent any.

Not mine. When I opened one up this summer because it failed, it was full of rusty water. I drained it, let it dry and it worked fine. But I'd like to avoid the problem next year.

Also, that capacitor in my hand came completely disconnected. Anyone know what it does? The actuator works without it.

 

[ajw22]

Then disconnect the plug at your automation panel and remove the actuators for the winter.