XT90 vs Anderson 50

[sshibly]

Coke or Pepsi?
nah, neither, ginger ale for moi.

But here i am sitting with Anderson 50 and XT90 connector and which one would you pick?

 

[Frank in Thailand]

That answer is easy enough ?

What is your expected charge/discharge rating?

The numbers (50 and 90) tell you about the rated capacity.

I know there are higher rated Anderson.

Indeed pepsi or coke.

XT60 and 90 seem per default better protected against moist.
A snug fit XT90 isn't that easy to unplug.

Anderson are better for frequently disconnect.

Also bigger/more robust.

Depending on the purpose both can be excellent choice or really bad one.

For E-bike where you frequently need to take out the battery, Anderson, for sure.
(I actually did replace my XT90 with Anderson for this reason)

For regular solar setup that doesn't need frequent disconnect, XT90 are a lot cheaper

 

[sshibly]

After reading your update, I have to agree with your conclusion, Coke is it.

I tried them both out last night
and you are on the money or our case here li-ion, Anderson's where so much simpler to undo,

Moisture, ah, you just opened a can of coke,

XT90 are tight moisture won't get in as much?

What about the weather jackets they sell for Anderson's? do those work?

I am looking to use my cells on my little dinghy in the pic below:

 

[curiouscarbon]

one vote for XT90

those four way tension prongs give such a great connection

if it’s shielded from elements already and you need easy disconnect, then anderson instead

 

[Frank in Thailand]

Easy disconnect and water "proof"..
That would be a challenge...
Probably durable as well?

If the amperage you are going to use is not so high (+/- 30A)
(Not maximal possible usage but what you really use, as the 1000 watt 12v inverter might be rated for 80A, when you use max 350 watt....

I would take MC4 plugs.

Sure, they won't last that long, 50-75 connection minimal.

Easy to replace (only the plastic housing) and dirt cheap.

Also easy to disconnect, "water proof" and won't get loose if you pull the cord.

There are boxes to use in the garden for AC plug and contra. Extension cord stuff.
They seal off also just fine.
I don't think they are build to use more time then MC4...

If your cord isn't laying on the bottom, no water is touching it.
The cells themselves..
(Terminals) don't like to be submerged either.

 

[sshibly]

I would take MC4 plugs.

Sure, they won't last that long, 50-75 connection minimal.

Easy to replace (only the plastic housing) and dirt cheap.

Also easy to disconnect, "water proof" and won't get loose if you pull the cord.

There are boxes to use in the garden for AC plug and contra. Extension cord stuff.
They seal off also just fine.
I don't think they are build to use more time then MC4...

If your cord isn't laying on the bottom, no water is touching it.
The cells themselves..
(Terminals) don't like to be submerged either.

MC4s, I need to buy a few and try it out, yes, 10 to 20 amps average, max 50 amp, but I have never gone there with my tired old flooded batteries.
Think splash mountain, in Michigan, the wave pick up often and the skies open up. too. I have an enclosed compartment for the batts but assume everything will get a spray.
Danke!

 

[Frank in Thailand]

MC4 is build to ensure a mild or stronger shower, even several days submerged probably would go OK.
(As it's seldom + and - that get soaked the same time)

Water proof, no.
Splash should be fine.
A few hours dangling in low water also.

Have a great time out there!!