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- Thu Jul 06, 2017 3:57 am #67966 I am learning Fritzing, and looking to create my first pcb. The components are fairly simple: 10x DS18B20, 1x resistor, 1x Konekt Dash. I plan to have headers to connect the Dash so it can be easily removed. When it comes to connecting the 10x temp sensors, I do not know where to start with choosing a connector. The prototype that I have up and running uses a full size breadboard where I used 3.5mm screw terminal blocks for each of the 3 wires for the temp sensors. Lots of wasted space...

Here is the ds18b20 datesheet


How do you go about choosing a connector to maximize space used but ensure it is a simple choice when it comes time to solder to the board and wire up the sensors?

- Fri Jul 07, 2017 10:54 am #68034

How do you go about choosing a connector to maximize space used but ensure it is a simple choice when it comes time to solder to the board and wire up the sensors?

Are you sure the "Compiler chat" is the right place to ask that question?

- Fri Jul 07, 2017 11:58 am #68038 Designing is an exercise in compromising. You weigh the important factors and then decide.

- Mon Jul 10, 2017 11:16 am #68125 the DS has a power mode where you can use only 2 wires. Bam. 33% space savings., Then go with 2.54mm screw blocks. or JST connectors. And there's another 33%.