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There a set on Amazon where u can adjust the length on the amount stripped. Helpful to strip them all at once and know they're even length
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01JO6UB7W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_glt_fabc_NH51QMC4JKXZSZQ1NH5Z
Unless I’m misinterpreting your question, I believe those are jst-xhp connectors/pins. The terminal is a female jst-xhp - this crimper is an absolute beast when it comes to crimping any kind of JST terminals. You can get jst-xhp male/female kits off eBay/amazon/AliExpress. Tip: Crimp the actual wire first, then crimp the part that bites into the insulation.
They crimp just fine on most fan, 0.1" pitch, and JST pins. They're secured well, but sometimes the pin isn't small enough to slide into the USB/audio connectors. So I have one of these for the extra bit if needed. I do the initial crimp with the MDPCX, then go over it with the smaller one.
Also something that's interesting, I found this thread here on reddit and if you look at his pictures (specifically this one) it looks like his crimper was doing the exact same thing :(
Actually no, the first one was, I think.
Here's the first: Molex 11-03-0044 K Connector... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GOIY1NE
Here's the second: 11-03-0044 Connector Accessories,... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08LHDH9KN
Anyway, just happy to have it working.
Just came across your question. I shorten the USB cables on WiFi cards and RGB controllers regularly. It's basically the same process as making ATX cables. The terminal used is a female 0.1" pitch header. The wire is much smaller, so it's harder to get a good crimp that will both stay on firmly and fit back into the connector. I use this micro crimp tool to help snug them up.
Let me know if I'm not explaining it well or you have any questions.
Thanks for the reply!
I'm considering using a smaller wire for the Sense B connection since it is one of the double stuffs and shouldn't need a 16 AWG wire.
I've been through all of the Mini-Fit Jr. terminal options on the Molex site and the largest they make is for a single 16 AWG wire or some combination of smaller wires. I ordered these which work great for a single wire with my Engineer PA-21 crimpers but not so much for a double. This is why I was wondering how Corsair does this.
I was a bit worried about buying something from china without the proper US certification like UL\Mil, my wire stripper is one of the best there is, and like 60% of the time it didn't cut the insulation cleanly and left some Teflon behind that I had to cut myself. The wire is 5857 BK005 Alpha Wire.
But that was not my main issue, no - the main issue was that nothing sticks to that insulation so my plan of melting a heatshrink close to the terminal, but not on top of it, didn't work anymore - because even after melting - it just didn't stick to the Teflon. I had to use super glue on top of that - and even that isn't very strong so I am being careful when removing the connector from the GPU.
Here is another one a bit cheaper but it’s not molex brand. Could test it and if you don’t like it, return it.
11-03-0044 Connector Accessories, Mini-Fit Jr Extraction Tool, For the removal of mini-fit jr. Tm crimped terminals series from their housings https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08LHDH9KN/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_2PTJXG86BHG4HP53DP83
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GOIY1NE/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Don't get ripped off though. I paid under $6 for it.
Super easy compared to many different ones I've used. I extracted a 10 and 18 pin connector from a SF600 in under 8 minutes, might have been about 5 minutes and no blood was spilt.
Yes a multimeter will work. You have to run a bypass on the 24 pin so that it will turn on.
Then you have to know the pin configuration on the component side and test each pin for 3,5,12v.
Or you can buy this
Unnecessary. Get one of these kits. Just as easy but way more options and plenty of one breaks.
No problem! No, I think I got the P clips from Mainframe although Amazon does have a bunch of them in varied sizes. Here are the screws I used: FullerKreg M3-0.5 x 6mm Button Head Socket Cap Screw, ISO 7380 Hex Drive, Class 10.9, Black Oxide Finish,Alloy Steel (Pkg of 100) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07B2RNCWX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_gl_i_PPFYZ6Z41YC1GW1G10R6?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
I recommend those screws because they have a matte finish that doesn’t come off easily. Yes, I’m that much of a neurotic.
You also need a bit, when drilling through the metal, that will create threads for the screws. This is the one I use and is perfect for this size screw: Nxtop 6pcs Combination 1/4" Hex Twist Tap Drill HSS M3-M10 Bit Screw Countersink Hexagonal Handle Metric Taps White Diamond/Titanium Plated https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DMDLNWQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_gl_i_QMBZM9DGTCWQ0DXAQ1JJ?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
The smallest size does the trick.
Pro tip, use one combination square. Put the wire inside the channel, straight it up and you’ll get always the same length.
Also since each fan comes with its own wire, you always spare wires to revert back to. Here are the amazing links if you need for reference to the terminals and crimper. jst sm terminal crimper
Premium Clear Heat Shrink Tubing Mini Reel, 3.2mm x 11m, 2:1 Ratio, Cable Sleeving by Gocableties https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07CL9QFQ7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_BFQCQR8SJWT47YV01DSE?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
CTX3 was out of stock everywhere when I needed to get one. Bought : https://smile.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07DXM3GND/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_91WMKTF9T279YZHXS4XR?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Pretty good quality and price, didn't have a pin go wrong. Although I wouldn't use the pins that come with it if you want to make a usb connector etc, they're quite nasty but the crimpers mint.
IMO the Mainframe Customs terminal extractor is not the best choice, unless you just want to support Mainframe (which is totally valid, I do like Mainframe)
But for the same cost you can get this set which is more versatile, and it feels higher quality without the heatshrink.
No, this is easily one of the worst ATX pin extractors I've used. The molex and fan pin extractors are good but the ATX pin one is just so terrible. The heatshrink is to protect your hands. Honestly, you should be putting heatshrink on these tools regardless if you build a lot of cables. Of the ones I own, the mainframe extractor and the molex extractor are roughly equal in quality for custom made cables. For OEM PSU pin extraction, this lamptron kit with the thicker attachment and this one are the best. OEM psu pins have wings that tend to be harder to make fully depress, that's where the thicker tools really help.
If you're going to be doing this a lot, I'd invest in these from Knipex. If it's a one-shot or seldom job those are likely a waste of money. Something like these should work.
Hmm, are mine flush or side cutters? It has both the words flush and side cutter in the listing name lol.
That is a PVC Fiberglass sleeve. You aren't going to be able to use that for DIY sleeving. If you want everything to match, you will need to resleeve the fans to match the PET or Paracord sleeve you use elsewhere.
Thanks. I found these that I was about to order. I reckon they are the same?
> I probably wasted 100 dollars in shipping when i first started making sleeved cables.
Sorry that sucks but that made me feel better. I guess that's the cost of "tuition" for learning how to do this on our own :D
yeah, you want atx minifit pins.
you can get the pins on amazon usually but they're going to be more expensive than buying from a pc modding website. it kind of sucks but no pc modding website has free shipping and amazons prices are always terrible so you're probably out 15-20 dollars no matter what you do.
these are the ones you want https://www.amazon.com/Molex-Female-Mini-Fit-Jr-TM-Connectors/dp/B072KTD2ZJ/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=female+minifit+pins&qid=1613850754&sr=8-1
unfortunately, amazon sucks and 8 dollars for 25 pins is horrible, and you won't use the male pins if you're making the entire cable and not extensions. i probably wasted 100 dollars in shipping when i first started making sleeved cables.
I bought about 30m of sleeving for the cables off eBay. I'm just working on finishing up the motherboard cable but am about to run out of heatshrink tubing but I have more on the way. Then the 2 PCI-E cables. I'm worry I may run out but I think I'll be fine.0
I bought this crimper in 2018 for arcade stick wires and have been using it for my PSU cables. It'll get the job done. You're going to need a multimeter for the pinout. Preferably something with a specific continuity mode that beeps, but nothing fancy. Soldering is going to be unavoidable for the double wires. I would recommend a decent one for that if you think you'll make use of one in the future. Any wire stripper should do the job. Shop around. I managed to get an alright self adjusting one at Canadian Tire for about 12 bucks back in the summer.
The Amazon one does more sizes. If it were between those two I'd go with the one you linked on amazon.
These are what I use
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IWD9XKU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabt1_1y.WFbCV977HH
I also found this and ordered in multiple gauges. I will report back quality difference but I am sure the difference will be strand count and quality besides the gauge size. This comes in many colors but have used their wires before and while fine the seem to be thin on the strands vs the picture. I am sure the ones from PPCS are what I need but curious and will share my findings.
I think they are the same of seasonic but im not 100% sure. Also FormulaMod list it as compatible:
CY ATX 8Pin Female to 8pin Male 180 Degree Angled Adapter for Desktops Graphics Card https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07P5R258Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_4iUNFb9NQ7QP7?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Sure, I mean one of these^ I can find or salvage the female 8-pin, and make the PCB, but the male 12 pin wire-to-board connector for soldering to the PCB is proving elusive.
I recomend getting one of these,should be available from amazon ger https://www.amazon.com/Engineer-PA-20-Universal-Terminal-Crimping/dp/B002AVVO7U
If that one is not available mdpcx has excellent crimper.You can also get sleeving from them
If you want to go full budget get paracord from ebay,heatshrink from local electronic shop or something along those lines.
I recomend getting atx terminals from ebay or ali just watch out that they MUST have long tabs(thing that go into cable).When i ordered some connectors i got extra pins which have sjort tabs and cant grip the cable good enough.
Connectors also from ebay/ali.Pm me if u want to know something morw
You can get PSU testers on Amazon for like $12. I don't know what kinds of faults they do and don't detect, but maybe a worthwhile investment to test your wiring rather than using your system to test it. E.g.
I bought all the wire 18 awg, connectors and terminals (non gold plated and for 16/18 awg wire) from mainframe customs. https://mainframecustom.com
The tool I used was the sn48b. I got it for around 15 bucks.
Yangoutool Hand Crimping Tools SN-48B Ratchet Crimping Pliers For 26-16 AWG 0.14-1.5mm² Wire Insulated Terminals https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07HDND589/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_6SvzFbRDDSBMG
Pretty much a cheap nothing special tool. Some people on this thread say they can get them for like 5 bucks on Ali express.
My wire stripper was a cheap one from Banggood.
Also snagged a multimeter for 10 bucks to test, probably don’t need it if you are just shortening cables but it never hurts to test voltage.
I verified continuity and voltage before using it. I also stuck to a pin out I verified with multiple sources. Type 4 Corsair is pretty standard
https://www.amazon.com/Thermaltake-Automated-Supply-Oversized-Supplies/dp/B005F778JO?th=1
Essentially you plug your PSU in and it tells you if there is an error. I once blew a cheaper PSU tester, but I'd rather blow a cheap tester than $$$ of computer components.
I should have sent a picture in the first place :-) I want to attach connector bodies like the ones on this cable: https://www.amazon.com/FCQLR-Supply-Corsair-RM1000x-Modular/dp/B07W4PZ8K1 What tool do I use to do that? When I said connectors I didn't mean the individual contacts.
Yes! Wanted to try my hand at some old school cable lacing. Mostly because I was too impatient and cheap to buy combs. Thisis material I used.
Buy one of these https://www.amazon.com/MICRO-CONNECTORS-3-Pin-Addressable-Splitter/dp/B07Z122WPT and just open up the connector on the end. They are just press fit in, then desolder and use elsewhere.
Actually you have an existing cable right? Can't you just desolder that one, cut and resolder? Failing that it's a 0.1" turned SIL socket even your local electronics store has them in DIL style for 8 pin chips.
No idea which idiot in the industry decided using a non-keyed piece of crap 0.1" header was clever for LEDs but that person needs to have each pubic hair removed individually with tweezers.
yep, it's this one: https://www.amazon.com/IWISS-Professional-Compression-Ratcheting-Wire-electrode/dp/B00OMM4YUY
and looks like it's actually $25, not $15. if you search for dupont crimper it looks like there is a $15 one, although if you do go through with it, i would just suggest getting that first linked one...as that's what everyone uses and you get what you pay for. i like to get my wire, terminals and connectors from mainframe customs but i haven't really price shopped around much. i've put in a couple amazon orders while waiting on shipments from them. may be a tad bit more expensive but you do get it in 2 days..
I also live in Canada, i recently made custom usb cables for mech keyboards.
For the tech flex, after a lot of research to find a seller, I stumbled across this : https://www.cabletiesandmore.ca/
They have fair pricing and they are located in canada.
For the cables, I bought premade usb cables from amazon : https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B002I041AK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_K1USDbCED727N
The outside diameter is perfect to fit inside 550 paracord. It is also 28/28 AWG. Just cut both ends and you are good to go.
I have wire and tools. Yes. And I agree that I need to read up. My PSU is 24 pin to 24 pin. EVGA Supernova 650W.The connectors are right I believe, PCIE 8 pins. I have watched as many youtube vids as I could find. This is the wire im prolly gonna get https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000FPCHZ6/ref=twister_B075381N8P?th=1
Straight cables. Yes to the crimpers. No to the beer. I'm on narcotics for a back injury and stopped drinking as a result over a decade ago. As for entertainment. I have a Plex server with over 800 different viewing options and of course Netflix and prime. And another area of my life I keep saying I'm going to do something about, cutting the cable cord! Thanks for the PSU tester suggestion I'll look in to it. I have multiple PC's so I'm in no rush to have to get this one back up and running. And here are pics of the rig in question so I'm not being rude! Haha https://imgur.com/XvydWKh
Also do you have a link to the tester you have or suggest? I'm looking at this as it looks like it should do the job I need it to do. Insten 20/24-pin Power Supply Tester for ATX/SATA / HDD, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005CTCD6S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_0EIzBb7D89004
Seasonic PRIME 750 Titanium I was looking for the “pinout” for this relatively new PSU from the MOBO to PSU, but could not think of the word. From the MOBO to the PSU it is an 18+10 connector. You have to twist some cables together which go into the same port to get everything sync’d up correctly. 9 out of 10 times it will probably the same as any other 18+10, but I wanted to find a specific one which goes to the PSU I own. Most manufactures have the info posted on their website, but I cannot find it on seasonic’s website. I will probably end up using a multimeter and making my own pinout excel sheet.
https://www.amazon.com/Knipex-1262180-Adjusting-Insulation-Strippers/dp/B003B8WB5U/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1522500255&sr=8-3&keywords=knipex+stripper&dpID=41Zec6vGvSL&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch I use this stripping tool. It works great.
As far as the crimpers go I don't know. I bought the MDPC ones.
Great plan! You've hit all the bases and I'm sure you'll make great cables.
A couple of suggestions for this plan are getting the crimper designed for DuPont/Molex pins. I used that one from the link (IWISS model SN-28B) for my pins and it worked wonderfully! I was crimping 16 gauge wire with 16 gauge crimps from Mainframe Customs.
I would also suggest doing one wire at a time to prevent mixing up the wires and frying everything. It is tempting to just cut off the old terminal entirely but I would definitely just do one wire at a time ALONG with making a pin-out diagram to double check your work.
Happy sleeving!
This is the crimping tool I'm using. It seems ok, and had good reviews on Amazon. I will say that I'm having a hard time with the "pre-crimp," in that if I go all the way to 3 clicks, it's too far, so I'm having to stop at 2 clicks. Not sure that's causing an issue, though. I'm using 18 ga wire.
Based on some of the other comments, I'm pretty sure I was carrying the sleeving up too far, and that was making it hard to get the pin in the hole. I've back the sleeving up/trimmed some of it down, and it's going a little better.
Thanks for the response!
None will. They don't make paracord that big.
You may be able to find other sleeving that matches your colors, but not specifically soft paracord. BitFinex makes some that are sleeved in something like paracord:
https://www.amazon.com/BitFenix-Alchemy-Multisleeve-30cm-Cable/dp/B00HVBPD4E
Actually I was planning to do so so I could learn to sleeve for once and save some $, but I also found this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01G7VSFEI/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1 which seem to be pretty good looking and fairly cheap.
Kinda afraid I fuck it all up with my cables lol.
I was thinking something like: https://www.amazon.com/Monoprice-16-Inch-Power-Combo-107639/dp/B005E2XRNG/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_147_lp_img_4?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=0NQ7A97F93FCSJX11XCH WOuld i be able to convert the molex to Sata power?
I don't know where you're located, but I bought this one
But sweet God I can't imagine doing it without a tool.
I can't take a picture right now but, this is the crimper I bought on amazon. The crimps looks pretty much like OP's right crimp in his picture
Oh ok! Yeah, I was looking at Audiopipe as well, just because of the ridiculously low price. I'm beginning to think this crimper won't be able to do it.
Alright, I'm going to do as legion and zeekay have suggested.
Right now I'm looking at this crimper: Amazon Link
This pin removal tool: Amazon Link
Less sure where to get pins (the ones on amazon have terrible reviews), sleeves, and shrink wrap.
Where do you guys shop?
I don't think that you really need a spool to store that little amount of wire, but........ Odd thing is, this is the cheapest route to go and will hold whatever you want to throw on there. Or this one
In Gold and Black camo. Or You can do black on your center cords, and gold nugget on the outer.