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    Requesting Help Finding Replacement Flat Ribbon Cable

    Discussion in 'Panasonic' started by rcx, Feb 10, 2011.

  1. rcx

    rcx Notebook Consultant

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    I am in need of a replacement ribbon cable for a CF-07; however, Heartland is telling me it will be $28.50 for me to get it. I don't think this ribbon cable is anything that special--it appears to be a 3.5" length of about a dozen conductors.

    The part number is DFJE12T080BS; however, if anything, this ribbon cable is too short, which explains my reason for needing this replacement in the first place. Is anyone familiar with what the width and spacing of these conductors might be, or if there are good "generic" replacement alternatives?

    Thank you in advance....
     
    rcx, Feb 10, 2011
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  2. capt.dogfish

    capt.dogfish The Curmudgeon

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    Which cable is it?
    CAP
     
    capt.dogfish, Feb 11, 2011
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  3. Shawn

    Shawn Crackpot Search Ninja and Options Whore

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    They are called FFC or FPC cables. You need the pin count and the pitch. Pitch is probably .5 mm. Ebay has a bunch for sale.


    Or you could try this

    http://www.ued.net DFJE12T080BS
     
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  4. rcx

    rcx Notebook Consultant

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    This is the cable that runs between the base of the CF-07 brick and the lid for controlling the hard disk activity, power, battery, and "display ready" indicators.

    Now that I have the proper technical name, that should help put me in the right direction. ;-)


    Thank you!
     
    rcx, Feb 11, 2011
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    rcx Notebook Consultant

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    Despite listing it on their website as available to ship in a couple business days, just found out from them they won't be able to get it.
     
    rcx, Mar 4, 2011
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