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    Need a new end for my power supply...

    Discussion in 'Panasonic' started by ert01, Apr 25, 2010.

  1. ert01

    ert01 Notebook Enthusiast

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    So long story short, I need a new plug for my power supply for my CF-29. It's the end that plugs into the computer. I don't want to buy a whole new power supply, I'd rather just find the end and solder a new one on but the problem is I don't even know what the right word is for it or where to buy one online :p Can anyone help?
     
    ert01, Apr 25, 2010
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  2. Doobi

    Doobi ToughBook DeityInTraining

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    Ya, its the barrel end plug thingy that goes in the hole on your computer plug part. Got it..
     
    Doobi, Apr 25, 2010
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    Shawn Crackpot Search Ninja and Options Whore

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    DC Power Plug (Male)

    Out-side diameter 5.5mm

    In-side diameter 2.5mm

    Please verify the size. The center hole on these type of plugs are different sizes One with a larger center hole will appear to work, but give you all sorts of problems. It is the same connector that many IBM Thinkpads use.
    Ebay or local Radio Shack in USA
     
    Shawn, Apr 25, 2010
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  4. Toughbook

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    Please make sure you solder it back together and not just twist the wires together and cover with black tape.
     
    Toughbook, Apr 26, 2010
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    Sonny06011983 Notebook Enthusiast

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    And as stupid as it may sound: Please check the polarity after your repair before you put it into your TB. I already smoked a cordless telephone after replacing the connector of the station cause I accidently inverted the polarity :(
     
    Sonny06011983, Apr 26, 2010
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    Yeah... Definitely test with a DVM... And no standing in puddles of water when you plug it in either!

    <poof>
     
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    ert01 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Yeah I'll for sure solder it on and I will test it first :)

    What length does the barrel need to be? I have an IBM powersupply I'm using in the meantime but it's a very poor fit and seems too short or something...
     
    ert01, Apr 27, 2010
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    If you have the correct OEM IBM power supply the male plug is identical, just straight and not angled.
    CAP
     
    capt.dogfish, Apr 28, 2010
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