[Elecraft] Microphone Jack Cover

[David Christ]

Why go to the trouble?  Metal and plastic caps for SO-239 are available all over for a small price.

The only reason I can see to 3D print it is because one wants to justify having the printer

David K0LUM

> On May 10, 2021, at 10:20 AM, Jim Sheldon <w0eb at cox.net> wrote:
> 
> Just found a really nice looking SO-239 cover design for 3D printing on Thingiverse.com.  https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4854560  It just so happens to fit the threads on the 8 pin microphone jack used on the K3, and many other radios.
> 
> For those like myself who operate 99 percent CW and don't even keep a microphone connected to their K2, K3, K3S, K4, etc, this is a useful item to protect both the outer threads of the jack and keep crud from entering the pin area.
> 
> With the proliferation of 3D printers in many ham workshops these days, if you don't have one, it should be relatively easy to find someone who has.
> 
> Jim Sheldon, W0EB
> 
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