[FoxCNC1]

I just ordered a panel. I have to admit, that this the first panel I will be putting together.
I have have been looking at the wiring diagrams provided by CNCRP and it it all makes sense for the most part.

I am have been trying to gather some wire locally at radioshack but they are very limited and ready don't have much. I am wondering if someone can point me to a good online shop where I can buy connectors and wire from.

Thanks

[Art Mann]

You can order what you need from Digikey. They also carry a vast selection of terminal blocks, multi-pin connectors and other such stuff if you need it. If you want to shop locally, auto parts stores like Autozone or Advance Auto Parts carry hook-up wire and ring and spade lugs. Home Depot and other "big box" home centers may also have what you need.

[ahren]

McMaster Carr also carries hook-up wire, terminals, and ferrules and actually has pretty decent pricing. You will need a crimping tool if you don't have one, and ferrules require a special crimping tool if you decide to use them. It's not required, but can make for a tidier wiring job.

Best regards,

Ahren
CNCRouterParts

[landarts]

What size ferrules do you recommend?

[ahren]

We use primarily 14 AWG and 22 AWG wire in our panels for power and signal wire, respectively (you can of course go smaller on signal wire, it just gets a little fussy). You want to use ferrules that match the wire gauge you are working with. For a ferrule crimper, we've been happy with these:

Hotstuff Adjusting Ratcheting Square Ferrule Crimper Red - Amazon.com

Best regards,

Ahren
CNCRouterParts

[FoxCNC1]

but, I was busy doing my hw and building. The wiring process was pretty easy, but it took a lot of reading of the manuals of all the components. I will post pictures when I get the box complete. I am currently finished up some wiring and tiding up. I made the machine job last night.

I bought some 14 AWG and 22 AWG from radio-shack online / ebay.
I was looking for the ferules, I did not know what they were called and I didn't want to call Ahren just to ask them that (I am already bugging these guys enough) - but I am glad he shared this info with us.