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Post by rexton on Jun 7, 2020 8:45:46 GMT
I need some advice please. I managed to snap off a cartridge tag whilst changing a cartridge. I've managed to get the litz ready for a cartridge tag (which I've purchased). Can anyone suggest a decent tool for crimping or are there any specific tips for soldering. I tried soldering earlier but I managed to obliterate the litz wire, probably soldering iron too hot. Thanks in advance.
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Post by electronumpty on Jun 7, 2020 9:04:23 GMT
Done mine before and helps to get some blu tac and stick a cocktail stick in it. Slot the cartridge tag on it to hold firm and then solder it. I used very fine solder and you don't need much. Hope that helps, cocktail trick helps a lot with stability. 🙂
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Post by Bigman80 on Jun 7, 2020 9:23:12 GMT
Litz wire is a bit of a bitch. Crimping isnt going to last either, at least not IME
Blutac idea is a good one. Watch this about tinning the wire (just in case you didn't know)
Everything connects better if you tin both surfaces first
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Post by rexton on Jun 7, 2020 9:43:03 GMT
Thanks guys, will have a crack later.
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Post by Bigman80 on Jun 7, 2020 11:09:24 GMT
Thanks guys, will have a crack later. Just take your time...it should solder back on without too much issue? |
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Post by rexton on Jun 7, 2020 11:56:02 GMT
Gentlemen we have stereophonic reproduction once again! I managed to fix it with a wooden meat skewer some of my daughters modelling clay!! It ain't pretty but it's working and I ain't a messing with it!
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Post by electronumpty on Jun 7, 2020 12:20:14 GMT
Great! Back in the game . 🙂
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Post by rexton on Jun 7, 2020 12:49:01 GMT
Great! Back in the game . 🙂 Yep I used your top tips and it worked a treat! |
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Post by sq225917 on Jun 7, 2020 16:47:40 GMT
That's the second toughest solder job in hifi, beaten only by resoldering a loose lead out wire from generator to cartridge posts.
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Post by rexton on Jun 7, 2020 19:16:17 GMT
Now I feel super smug!
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