[MRCA] Headset Cord Material - CD-

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The difference isn't that the audio cords such as CD-307, CD-605, CD-1017 
and CO-76-A are twisted and power cords aren't. All multi-conductor jacketed 
cable has the conductors twisted. But the audio cordage is made from tinsel 
wire. That more than saving assembly time is the reason that the terminal 
lugs on both ends are crimped instead of soldered. The audio crimp terminals 
have an internal spike that makes the connection to the conductors.

Robert Downs - Houston
wa5cab dot com (Web Store)
MVPA 9480 

In a message dated 08/20/2015 09:34:01 AM Central Daylight Time, 
jeepp at comcast.net writes: 
> Gentlemen,
> 
> I'm going to make up some new CD-307 headset cables. No issues with the 
> PL-55s or the JK-26s, but where might I find some flexible rubber-covered 
> 2-conductor cord. I have numerous computer cords but they're a bit too stiff. 
> The rubber cord at Home depot is 3-conductor (not an issue itself) but its 
> just a bit too large in diameter and also a bit stiff. The original CD-307 
> and T-17 cords used a twisted pair or trip. This gives them more flex, it 
> appears. I have bought some cables from Fair but they are either getting a 
> bit old and stiff or, as a few of them in sealed bags, literally petrified.. 
> Any other source suggestions? TNX!
> 
> Jeep - K3HVG



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