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I picked up the matching MTA connectors for the CVS. I noticed they take a special tool for 
wire insertion. Does anyone have a simple workaround for the tool or is it required?

Thanks for any tips.

For the .156 MTA connectors, I made an insertion tool from an old 
screwdriver by cutting a slot it in.  It helps to press the wire in.

On the 0.100 MTA connectors, I just use a small screwdriver to press 
the wire in.

Neither of these methods makes a secure connection, it just locates 
the wire.  Then I solder them in place.  I have found that holding the 
connector in a vice sideways (so the connector is horizontal, not 
vertical) works best.  You have to solder quickly.  Too much heat and 
the solder can wick down into the connector.  I've also found that 
tinning the wires prior to insertion really helps.  I've soldered 
probably close to 100 connectors this way and think they are more 
secure than just the press fit.  I know others solder these connectors 
as well.

Dave


--- In ComputerVoltageSources@yahoogroups.com, "Grant Richter" 
<grichter@...> wrote:
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> I picked up the matching MTA connectors for the CVS. I noticed they 
take a special tool for 
> wire insertion. Does anyone have a simple workaround for the tool or 
is it required?

> 
> Thanks for any tips.
>

I haven't gotten that far on my cvs, I use these conecttors all the
time.  The tool is not required. A mini driver is far more comfortable
to use.  I often solder my connectionsas well.  I am gentle with the
things and use a bright light or magnifier to help.  I discarded use a
color cctv magnifier from a retirement home.

best

gino

On 4/6/08, Grant Richter <grichter@...> wrote:
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> I picked up the matching MTA connectors for the CVS. I noticed they take a
> special tool for
>  wire insertion. Does anyone have a simple workaround for the tool or is it
> required?
>
>  Thanks for any tips.
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>  


-- 
Wanted:
Davoli Synthesizer
Kawai / Teisco 60F,100F,110F, SX210,
Other odd rare unusual and maligned electronic instruments and devices

Gino Wong
Recording Engineer, Studio Supervisor
LBPH
(800) 222-1754

This would be a good hint for the FAQ in the database if someone 
wants to add it. - Dave

--- In ComputerVoltageSources@yahoogroups.com, "gino 
wong" <ginowong@...> wrote:
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> I haven't gotten that far on my cvs, I use these conecttors all the
> time.  The tool is not required. A mini driver is far more 
comfortable
> to use.  I often solder my connectionsas well.  I am gentle with the
> things and use a bright light or magnifier to help.  I discarded 
use a
> color cctv magnifier from a retirement home.
> 
> best
> 
> gino
> 
> On 4/6/08, Grant Richter <grichter@...> wrote:
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > I picked up the matching MTA connectors for the CVS. I noticed 
they take a
> > special tool for
> >  wire insertion. Does anyone have a simple workaround for the 
tool or is it
> > required?
> >
> >  Thanks for any tips.
> >
> >  
> 
> 
> -- 
> Wanted:
> Davoli Synthesizer
> Kawai / Teisco 60F,100F,110F, SX210,
> Other odd rare unusual and maligned electronic instruments and 
devices

> 
> Gino Wong
> Recording Engineer, Studio Supervisor
> LBPH
> (800) 222-1754
>