Re: IDC ribbon cable connectors

Spehro Pefhany wrote:
>
> That sounds like an ordinary IDC connector. You just apply force until
> it closes up. ;-)
>
> I don't know exactly the force, but a vice/vise or a small arbor press
> or a small hydraulic press (overkill) will easily do it. Maybe a
> couple hundred pounds. For a small number of pieces, a Record
> vise/vice with hard plastic jaws works really well, and you don't have
> to fool with making something to spread the force.
>
> Best regards,
> Spehro Pefhany


I use a small drill press vise that I bought new for less than $5
(US)

I have an arbor press that will work, but it's easier to see what I'm
doing with the small, smooth jaw vise.

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