can't get the CF card to fit: So, I have this one CF card for a model with whom I shot with. I wanted to take some pics of the snow that invited our lives here in WNC with another...

Chefneil

So, I have this one CF card for a model with whom I shot with. I wanted to take some pics of the snow that invited our lives here in WNC with another card.

I could not get the replacement card into the slot. So I tried to put the 1st CF card back. No luck.

I looked into the slot and it seems a pin has been bent. I think this is causing my insertion issue.

I really want to force it into place, but there is no future in that.

Any suggestions?

Old Timer Loc: Greenfield, In.

That is the reason I do not take my cards out except to change during a shoot when one is full or for other reasons. I do all my downloading direct from camera to the pc. Some do not like to do it that way but I know there is always a chance that some thing could go wrong or some one not familiar try to put it in backwards. Might be a little slower at times in down loading but safer in my opinion.

Bluejay Loc: Toronto, Ontario

With camera powered off.

Now with fine jewellers screwdriver or tweezers, carefully return pin to straight up position.

Too much movement will break pin, then you will have a nice repair bill.

I have done this successfully more than once.

Good luck.

Rongnongno Loc: FL

REPAIR

Anything else can only make things worse.

Acountry330 Loc: Dothan,Ala USA

Like Bluejay said, be very careful.

TLCarney Loc: Englewood, Florida

Chefneil wrote:

So, I have this one CF card for a model with whom I shot with. I wanted to take some pics of the snow that invited our lives here in WNC with another card.

I could not get the replacement card into the slot. So I tried to put the 1st CF card back. No luck.

I looked into the slot and it seems a pin has been bent. I think this is causing my insertion issue.

I really want to force it into place, but there is no future in that.

Any suggestions?

There is a tool designed to straighten pins. try searching some electronics sites.

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

Chefneil wrote:

I looked into the slot and it seems a pin has been bent. I think this is causing my insertion issue.

That's another reason why I don't like CF cards.

You didn't mention the brand of camera, but DIY is a possibility. Try Google and YouTube.

http://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Canon+EOS+7D+Bent+CF+Pin+Fix-Card+Reader+Replacement/24777

If you're going to do this, you might want to get a set of JIS screwdrivers. they look like Philips, but they're different.

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=jis+screwdrivers

EdJ0307 Loc: out west someplace

I have a camera that uses a CF card that I have had for over 10 years which has been relegated to back-up camera status - but still used. Never had this problem but I am concerned about it. I have been thinking of using a CF to SD adapter in the camera and never taking the adapter out. Any thoughts on that?

steffro1 Loc: Murrells Inlet, SC

I had the same problem on my D800 and had to send it to Nikon for repairs. It was $250! I don't take it out any more, I just use it for jpg and the SD slot for raw files. I just format it when I don't need them anymore or transfer with the UB cable.

Robert

Chefneil wrote:

So, I have this one CF card for a model with whom I shot with. I wanted to take some pics of the snow that invited our lives here in WNC with another card.

I could not get the replacement card into the slot. So I tried to put the 1st CF card back. No luck.

I looked into the slot and it seems a pin has been bent. I think this is causing my insertion issue.

I really want to force it into place, but there is no future in that.

Any suggestions?

mdorn Loc: Portland, OR

Old Timer wrote:

That is the reason I do not take my cards out except to change during a shoot when one is full or for other reasons. I do all my downloading direct from camera to the pc. Some do not like to do it that way but I know there is always a chance that some thing could go wrong or some one not familiar try to put it in backwards. Might be a little slower at times in down loading but safer in my opinion.

Not ever taking the card out is a ridiculous idea, but then again, you expected someone like me to say this, right? ha ha... :-)

The cards were designed to be inserted and removed. Your camera's USB connector can just as easily be damaged by inserting and removing the cable.

$hit happens. Get it repaired, and just be more careful next time. Don't change your workflow unless you have a problem with using the card and camera as it was intended to be used (for example, if you have some kind of hand tremor ailment/disease like Parkinsons)

Chefneil

mdorn wrote:

Not ever taking the card out is a ridiculous idea,... (show quote)

Why is such a ridiculous idea to leave the card in? If you copy your images to a hard drive then the thing can be used forever.

JimEaco

jerryc41 wrote:

That's another reason why I don't like CF cards.

You didn't mention the brand of camera, but DIY is a possibility. Try Google and YouTube.

http://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Canon+EOS+7D+Bent+CF+Pin+Fix-Card+Reader+Replacement/24777

If you're going to do this, you might want to get a set of JIS screwdrivers. they look like Philips, but they're different.

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=jis+screwdrivers

Jerry, I had no knowledge of JIS
Your post/comment made me go look on-line and learn.

That is good to know.

I will have JIS Screwdrivers in my arsenal very soon!

steffro1 Loc: Murrells Inlet, SC

Well I guess trying to fix it is no worse than sending it in to get it fixed since you can always do that if you f$%K it up! lol!!

Robert

jerryc41 wrote:

That's another reason why I don't like CF cards.

You didn't mention the brand of camera, but DIY is a possibility. Try Google and YouTube.

http://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Canon+EOS+7D+Bent+CF+Pin+Fix-Card+Reader+Replacement/24777

If you're going to do this, you might want to get a set of JIS screwdrivers. they look like Philips, but they're different.

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=jis+screwdrivers

SharpShooter Loc: NorCal

JimEaco wrote:

Jerry, I had no knowledge of JIS
Your post/comment made me go look on-line and learn.

That is good to know.

I will have JIS Screwdrivers in my arsenal very soon!

Jeez Jim, you better get the Pozi's while you're at it too!! And Torx are popping up everywhere as well!! :lol: :lol:
SS

mdorn Loc: Portland, OR

Chefneil wrote:

Why is such a ridiculous idea to leave the card in? If you copy your images to a hard drive then the thing can be used forever.

Not ridiculous if that is your workflow, and you are more comfortable doing it this way... Ridiculous if the primary reason is to avoid damage.