Jamie wrote:
So... ive been trying to find a decent plug for my laptop, I dont want to have
to spend $59+s/h to get another powersupply just because the plug (to the
laptop) is buggered.
Ive replaced the plug with the proper size connector (part from radio
shack...), but those parts are crap, and break a day later.
what I need is a decent right angle connector (preferably with a good strain
relief). Ive gone to norvacs, they did have some nice connectors, but none in
my size. Ive also gone to radio shack, and they had the right size, but crapy
connectors that break the first time you trip over the cord.
I even bought a couple power-bricks from goodwill, but managed to get the
wrong size connector.
So... where else might i find a right angle power connector?
Jamie
Sounds like it's time to go to one of the "mail order" distributors
like Mouser, Jameco, or Digi-Key. Since you know the Radio Shack plug
is the right size, you can use its size specification as your guide when
looking through these folks web sites.
Jameco has the better site for browsing. The others are better
suited for getting pricing and placing an order after looking up their
part number in their paper catalog. I think Mouser might be more likely
to have what you want, but check them all. There may be an additional
handling charge for small orders, but I don't think any of them has a
minimum order anymore.
I'd suggest getting a cord with a molded-on plug for the best strain
relief. Plus, you can lengthen your power cord (within reason) so it
can be tucked away and be less of a tripping hazard. Get some black
heat-shrink tubing (assuming the power cord is black) and you can make a
reasonably nice looking splice.
--
Tony
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