HELP!
Jan 19, 2024 12:37:27 #
I got a can of "Liquid electrical tape spray" from Harbor Freight. You might want to look into that.
Jan 19, 2024 12:39:21 #
If the individual insulation is in tact on all the wires and only the covering/ stress relief that has left the wires exposed, test it and if it works, add heat shrink tape to protect the wires.
If any of the actual conductors are exposed, don't use it.
If any of the actual conductors are exposed, don't use it.
Jan 19, 2024 13:13:59 #
MJPerini wrote:
If the individual insulation is intact on all the wires and only the covering/ stress relief that has left the wires exposed, test it and if it works, add heat shrink tape to protect the wires.
If any of the actual conductors are exposed, don't use it.
If any of the actual conductors are exposed, don't use it.
My experienced advice with electronic cords, especially those with molded terminals, is to discard the damaged cord or fix it with shrink tubing and use it only as a last-ditch spare. An external insulation breakdown can indicate strain or deformation of the insulating material that will eventually lead to intermittent failure or short circuits. There is no danger because the is no high voltage in that kind of cord but they usually fail at the most inopportune times- just wh you need them to work reliably.
Over the years I have accumulated a barre full of dead cords. They take a lot of beating and they don't make the like they used to. One day, I'll need to bring my collection to the hazardous waste dump. If I just toos them all in the trash, I'll likely upset the ecology in my entire neighborhood.
Jan 19, 2024 13:29:02 #
You can repair it with the new semi rigid plastic adhesive. It comes in a tube and cures with UV light. Can be bought in a kit with the light. It works much like the adhesive filling material that the dentist uses.
Good luck,
Dave
Good luck,
Dave
Jan 19, 2024 13:36:13 #
Jan 19, 2024 18:06:51 #
Floyd wrote:
Bondx will work; however, a roll of black, or several other colors, electrical tape is less than $10.00 and a good tight wrap, the tape is slightly stretchy, is as good as shrink wrap.
Jan 19, 2024 18:56:58 #
flyboy61 wrote:
I just went to use my Nikon SC -29 cord with light... (show quote)
Is it worth it to have it repaired, , or just buy another? Fortunately, I have some other cords that will serve, but none with the lighting assist.
Get a tube of some sort of silicone repair gook and build up the vulnerable area so the wires are once again protected from stress. SOP for such situations.
What is "silicone repair gook" ? It has many names and versions. A helpful advisor at an autoparts store can help. Show him the cord youre fixing. Lowes or Home Depot may also have advice and repair gook. Theres even a version for sneakers.
Jan 21, 2024 16:03:15 #
flyboy61
Loc: The Great American Desert
Capn_Dave wrote:
Amazon has a replacement cord made by Neewer fro 23 dollars. I have had good luck using Neewer productors and a lot cheaper than Nikon prices https://www.amazon.com/Speedlite-Compatible-SB-5000-Cameras-Flashes/dp/B09ZTN9JC4/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2TTEK5XT3PGDZ&keywords=SC-29+Ttl+Coiled+Remote+Cord&qid=1705660831&s=electronics&sprefix=sc-29+ttl+coiled+remote+cord%2Celectronics%2C242&sr=1-2
I just ordered one! Thanks for the suggestion!
Jan 21, 2024 16:17:10 #
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Jan 25, 2024 11:18:47 #
flyboy61
Loc: The Great American Desert
Thanks, all...I just bought a 2 meter Neewer cord. No focus assist, but I used that seldom. the extra length will be handy. Disappointed at Nikon's quality, but that's life.
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