# JST VH - Motor Power

Motor Power connections on the Control Hub ([REV-31-1595](https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-31-1595/))  use the JST VH style connector.  This connector is keyed and locking with a small latch, seen below, which must be depressed to release the cable. 

![Figure 1: How to Use a JST VH Cable](https://1359443677-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-M4_pJHI8HTuZFQTNfcy%2F-M7xy2q_y-UcnrWI8FwN%2F-M7y6XvJQe6ZTR48FcXF%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=db7d079c-d00f-4445-a3e2-c692fe8aaff1)

REV Robotics recommends, in most cases, that teams use pre-made cables because crimp quality is better when made using industrial tooling. These cables can be purchased directly from the [REV Robotics website](#premade-jst-vh-cables-and-accessories) or through other online vendors.

### Premade JST VH Cables and Accessories

| Cable/Accessory           | Pins   | Length | REV Robotics Part Number                                                    |
| ------------------------- | ------ | ------ | --------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| JST VH 2-Pin Motor Cable  | 2 pins | 30 cm  | [REV-31-1412](https://www.revrobotics.com/jst-vh-2-pin-motor-cable-4-pack/) |
| JST VH 2-Pin Motor Cable  | 2 pins | 50 cm  | [REV-31-1413](https://www.revrobotics.com/jst-vh-2-pin-motor-cable-4-pack/) |
| JST VH 2-Pin Motor Cable  | 2 pins | 100 cm | [REV-31-1526](https://www.revrobotics.com/jst-vh-2-pin-motor-cable-4-pack/) |
| Anderson to JST VH Cable  | 2 pins | 12 cm  | [REV-31-1381](https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-31-1381/)                     |
| JST VH 2-pin Joiner Board | 2 pins | -      | [REV-31-1429](https://www.revrobotics.com/rev-31-1429/)                     |

For teams that want to try crimping their own cables, or to find more information about the connectors, Table 3 lists the appropriate part numbers.  

Connector Specifications

* 10A Continuous Current (16AWG)
* 3.96mm Pitch
* Accepts 22-16AWG Wire

### JST VH Connector Part Number Reference

|                                   | **Manufacturer Part Number** | **DigiKey Part Number**                                                                                               |
| --------------------------------- | ---------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Contact, JST VH, 18-22AWG         | SVH-21T-P1.1                 | [455-1133-1-ND](https://www.digikey.com/product-detail/en/jst-sales-america-inc/SVH-21T-P1.1/455-1133-1-ND/527367)    |
| Contact, JST VH, 16-20AWG         | SVH-41T-P1.1                 | [455-1319-1-ND](https://www.digikey.com/product-detail/en/jst-sales-america-inc/SVH-41T-P1.1/455-1319-1-ND/608888)    |
| Housing, JST VH, 2-pin            | VHR-2N                       | [455-1183-ND](https://www.digikey.com/product-detail/en/jst-sales-america-inc/VHR-2N/455-1183-ND/608624)              |
| Header, JST VH, 2-pin, Top Entry  | B2P-VH                       | [455-1639-ND](https://www.digikey.com/product-detail/en/jst-sales-america-inc/B2P-VH\(LF\)\(SN\)/455-1639-ND/926547)  |
| Header, JST VH, 2-pin, Side Entry | B2PS-VH                      | [455-1648-ND](https://www.digikey.com/product-detail/en/jst-sales-america-inc/B2PS-VH\(LF\)\(SN\)/455-1648-ND/926555) |