{"product_id":"slip-connect-xconnect-reimagined-10-pack-1","title":"SLip Connect - xConnect Reimagined - 10 Pack","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"159\" data-end=\"388\"\u003ePrint your own \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/makerworld.com\/models\/2487233?appshareplatform=copy\" title=\"SLip Connect Collar STLs\"\u003ecustom SLip Connect collars\u003c\/a\u003e (free file to download) with over 200 unique names such as port numbers, prop names, cable lengths, etc!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"159\" data-end=\"388\"\u003ePrint your own end caps \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/makerworld.com\/en\/models\/2797461-female-cap-xconnect-compatible-w-slip-connect#profileId-3111617\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"159\" data-end=\"388\"\u003eS\u003cspan style=\"color: #00aaff;\"\u003eL\u003c\/span\u003eip Connect is a faster, smarter upgrade to the standard xConnect connector used throughout the xLights community. It keeps full xConnect compatibility while dramatically reducing install time, frustration, and ladder profanity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"390\" data-end=\"544\"\u003eThis is \u003cstrong data-start=\"398\" data-end=\"416\"\u003enot 3D printed\u003c\/strong\u003e. S\u003cspan style=\"color: #00aaff;\"\u003eL\u003c\/span\u003eip Connect is \u003cstrong data-start=\"434\" data-end=\"477\"\u003einjection molded from black ASA plastic\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it \u003cstrong data-start=\"489\" data-end=\"543\"\u003eUV-resistant, durable, and built for outdoor abuse\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"546\" data-end=\"549\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"551\" data-end=\"577\"\u003eWhy S\u003cspan style=\"color: #00aaff;\"\u003eL\u003c\/span\u003eip Connect Exists\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"631\"\u003eIf you’ve ever wired up a display, you already know:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"634\" data-end=\"655\"\u003eToo many connectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"634\" data-end=\"655\"\u003eToo many nuts sliding down the cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"634\" data-end=\"655\"\u003eToo much time wasted connecting and reconnecting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"782\"\u003eS\u003cspan style=\"color: #00aaff;\"\u003eL\u003c\/span\u003eip Connect fixes all of that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"784\" data-end=\"787\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"789\" data-end=\"804\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"806\" data-end=\"830\"\u003e- Faster Connections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"831\" data-end=\"925\"\u003eDesigned specifically to speed up repetitive xConnect connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"72\" data-end=\"111\"\u003e- Watertight Seal (No Compromises)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"112\" data-end=\"318\"\u003eS\u003cspan style=\"color: #00aaff;\"\u003eL\u003c\/span\u003eip Connect maintains a \u003cstrong data-start=\"137\" data-end=\"168\"\u003efully watertight connection\u003c\/strong\u003e by continuing to use the \u003cstrong data-start=\"194\" data-end=\"222\"\u003eexisting xConnect O-ring\u003c\/strong\u003e. Nothing about the sealing surface changes, and no additional gaskets or sealants are required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"320\" data-end=\"482\"\u003eThe result is the same proven weather resistance xConnect is known for—rain, snow, and outdoor exposure—just with a much faster and more secure connection method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"484\" data-end=\"544\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eIn short:\u003cbr data-start=\"493\" data-end=\"496\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"496\" data-end=\"544\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eSame seal. Same protection. Way less hassle.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"927\" data-end=\"963\"\u003e- Slide-On Design (No Rewiring)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"1085\"\u003eA unique slot allows S\u003cspan style=\"color: #00aaff;\"\u003eL\u003c\/span\u003eip Connect to slide over \u003cstrong data-start=\"1012\" data-end=\"1040\"\u003eexisting xConnect cables\u003c\/strong\u003e. No cutting, no re-terminating, no adapters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1121\"\u003e- Rock-Solid Locking Strength\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1340\"\u003eDuring tensile testing, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1190\"\u003ewire failed before the connector did\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr data-start=\"1191\" data-end=\"1194\"\u003eIf you’re curious (or reckless), cables break at roughly \u003cstrong data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1271\"\u003e65 lb of tension\u003c\/strong\u003e. The connector stays locked. Do with that information what you will.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1369\"\u003e- No More Runaway Nuts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1557\"\u003eThe connector securely attaches to the connector body rather than being loose on the cable like the standard securing nut.\u003cbr data-start=\"1458\" data-end=\"1461\"\u003eNo more watching it slide down the cable while you’re on a ladder questioning your life choices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1559\" data-end=\"1579\"\u003e- Outdoor-Ready\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1688\"\u003eInjection molded ASA black plastic provides excellent UV resistance and durability for permanent outdoor displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1690\" data-end=\"1693\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1695\" data-end=\"1711\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1758\"\u003eWorks with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1758\"\u003estandard xConnect connectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1758\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1758\"\u003eNo adapters required\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1758\"\u003eCan use as many or as few as you'd like to fit your exact setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1758\"\u003eCompatible with:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1758\"\u003eExtensions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1880\"\u003ePigtails (controller connections)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1880\"\u003ePixel Strings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1880\"\u003eExisting xConnect Systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1909\" data-end=\"2005\"\u003e⚠️ Not compatible with some caps or tees that do \u003cstrong data-start=\"1958\" data-end=\"1965\"\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e have a rear step on the connector body behind the threads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2007\" data-end=\"2010\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2012\" data-end=\"2030\"\u003eHow It Installs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2035\" data-end=\"2099\"\u003eSlide S\u003cspan style=\"color: #00aaff;\"\u003eL\u003c\/span\u003eip Connect over the existing cable using the side slot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2035\" data-end=\"2099\"\u003ePosition it against the connector body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2035\" data-end=\"2099\"\u003eTighten the original xConnect nut onto S\u003cspan style=\"color: #00aaff;\"\u003eL\u003c\/span\u003eip Connect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2035\" data-end=\"2099\"\u003eConnect to the male end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2035\" data-end=\"2099\"\u003eSlide the locking collar forward\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2269\" data-end=\"2319\"\u003eThat’s it. Faster, cleaner, and less annoying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2321\" data-end=\"2324\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2326\" data-end=\"2348\"\u003eWhat You’re Getting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2352\" data-end=\"2382\"\u003e10 pack S\u003cspan style=\"color: #00aaff;\"\u003eL\u003c\/span\u003eip Connect connector upgrade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2352\" data-end=\"2382\"\u003eInjection-molded black ASA construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2352\" data-end=\"2382\"\u003eFull xConnect compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2352\" data-end=\"2382\"\u003eA noticeable reduction in connection time and frustration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2511\" data-end=\"2514\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2516\" data-end=\"2553\"\u003eDesigned for the xLights Community by the community\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSLip Connect started with Sean Rossall complaining (fairly) about the standard xConnect connector. After having an idea for how to solve this problem by utilizing the standard xConnect and designing the proof of concept, Sean helped shape the design through multiple iterations, pointing out what sucked and what actually mattered in real installs. 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