CG5 ASGT Connector Problem

I don't use my CG-5 ASGT a lot but last night when I took it out, I found that the power connection was intermittent. If I pulled the cord to one side, it would make a continuous connection but if just left to it's own devices it was on and off.

I know that this is a relatively common problem with these. I am using a non-standard cord that has worked in the past. I am planning on taking it apart but would like some thoughts about what the problem may be.

Is it likely a broken solder joint or maybe just a poor connector design??

Thanks

Jon

Jon Isaacs said:

I don't use my CG-5 ASGT a lot but last night when I took it out, I found that the power connection was intermittent. If I pulled the cord to one side, it would make a continuous connection but if just left to it's own devices it was on and off.

I know that this is a relatively common problem with these. I am using a non-standard cord that has worked in the past. I am planning on taking it apart but would like some thoughts about what the problem may be.

Is it likely a broken solder joint or maybe just a poor connector design??

Thanks

Jon

Neither. Some cord connectors are not quite the right size for it.

Here's what you do... take a small knife or a jeweler's screwdriver and gently spread the halves of the mount-side connector's pin a bit. Problem solved.