[Techtoolslist] replacing flat cables/connectors

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> I had a 6502 pod with the flat cable, and successfully replaced it using
> a section of flat cable I cut to length, and using the connector noted by
> Tony.  The only downside is that instead of having the cable come in the
> top/middle of the connector, it comes in the side, which makes it a bit
> tricky for some applications, but I?ve had zero issues beyond that
> otherwise.
> 
> Hi Brent.  Thanks for this.   Have you ever seen a 64 pin version of these
> connectors?  Several companies seem to make a 40 pin "dip plug" (as they
> seem to be called) but I've had no luck locating a 64 pin version.
> 
> best
> 
> Tony

Tony,

Nothing I’ve seen - your best solution may be to have a custom PCB made, and then wire it up manually with the cable of your choice.  If you’ve got an old connector you can examine to verify how any pins may be tied together, you could accomplish the same on such a PCB I’d expect.

Regards,

Brent