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Offline tubenit

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Foot switch and hot glue
« on: February 11, 2015, 08:30:33 am »
I built an amp for someone that uses a two switch foot switch.

The stereo plug to the foot switch broke  internally.  So I have gotten  Radio Shack stereo plug.  This plug inserts into the stereo jack on the amp which is isolated from the chassis.

I am wanting to put the new plug on and then fill that plug with hot glue with the hopes that it keeps the wires from moving and will lessen the chance a connection breaks.

Anyone know whether hot glue is OK for something like that.  I am not aware of it being conductive so I am thinking this is a good idea?

With respect, Tubenit

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Re: Foot switch and hot glue
« Reply #1 on: February 11, 2015, 09:36:26 am »
I think Ed does that on all the cords he makes?


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Re: Foot switch and hot glue
« Reply #2 on: February 11, 2015, 03:56:01 pm »
You mean this incredibly creative and genius idea isn't totally original with me??   :dontknow: :sad2:

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OK, I'll give it a try.

Thanks, Tubenit

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Re: Foot switch and hot glue
« Reply #3 on: February 11, 2015, 10:00:14 pm »
The Radio Shack plugs are crap.

Get a good plug.

Hot glue won't help much, and makes repairs difficult.

 


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