[sdiy] Quick ribbon cable question

[Oren Leavitt]

In the past, I've used an arbor press with the IDC between two pieces of 
0.125/3mm thick aluminum or blocks of wood. Never hammer IDCs! I've 
learnt that the hard way years ago. The key is evenly distributed, 
controlled pressure.

Nowadays, since I do so many of those ribbon IDCs, I have one of these:
https://www.rapidonline.com/anvil-av-idcct-idc-connector-crimping-tool-86-0527

- Oren

On 1/25/25 2:44 PM, Tom Wiltshire wrote:
> What's the best way to get IDC ribbon cable connectors onto ribbon cable if I don't have access to a vice?
> 
> I've got some carpenters clamps? Stand on them wearing flat shoes?! A light tap with a heavy hammer?!
> 
> I'd appreciate a good idea, if anyone has had this problem before me.
> 
> Thanks,
> Tom
> 
> 
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