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Connecting edge-Hardware to Centronics-CPC

Started by Shining, 10:57, 21 February 19

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Shining

Since I just ordered "Five of a kind aces" with edge-connector, which is fine for my 464 but not for my 6128 and plus, I was wondering if there
is an existing pcb-design for a converter between centronics and edge.


I only find this: http://www.cpcwiki.eu/index.php/Expansion_Converter
But I'm searching for a solution with a pcb, where I only have to solder a centronics into.


For example this one: https://www.digikey.de/product-detail/de/te-connectivity-amp-connectors/1734099-5/A33462-ND/1121331

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Bryce

From experience (that's my converter in the picture you linked to), they work, but they are relatively unreliable and regularly cause crashes. The most robust solution is to add both types of connectors to the flat cable of the device you want to connect.

Bryce.

ComSoft6128

Hi Shining,

While digging thru "The Amstrad cupboard from Hell" on Sunday I found an adaptor which I last used about 1996. It consists of a centronics connector linked by a ribbon cable to a female socket for a male edge connector. I assume that it still works but haven't checked it. If you are interested please let me know.

Shining

@Bryce: The game, I've bought has no flat-cable, the connector is directly assembled to the case. It seems there are existing a few male edge-connectors but none to crimp  :( .


@ComSoft6128: Definitely interested since I only need one!
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ComSoft6128

#4
OK,

There is no charge for this - just postage - probably about 4/5 Euro's. I no longer need it as all my peripherals now have centronics connectors.  I won't be able to post it until the end of next week, so if you get something else in the meantime let me know.

Cheers,

Peter

Shining

Many thanks! I'm absolutely not in a hurry, so take your time....
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GUNHED

#6
What I did: Use flat cable, press one Centronics and one PCB-connector on it. then insert a PCB with two sides (equal) fitting into the PCB-connectors. Important: The little PCB must change up and down traces. I don't have a Eagle file of it.
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LambdaMikel

#7
I am doing the following:
I crimp a CPC centronics male to female IDC connector cable (aka SCSI cable). 
Then, I use my CPC expansion port connector:


https://oshpark.com/shared_projects/3yA33GYO

and instead of soldering in the female IDC socket that usually hosts a MX4 compatible card, I solder in a


20Pcs 2mm 2.0mm Pitch 50 Pin Straight Male Shrouded Box Header IDC Connector


https://www.ebay.com/itm/20Pcs-2mm-2-0mm-Pitch-50-Pin-Straight-Male-Shrouded-Box-Header-IDC-Connector-/182247796250

Problem solved  ;)

LambdaMikel


ComSoft6128

Hi Shining,

If the photos below show the connector you are looking for please PM your address and I will post it Thursday.

Cheers,

Peter

GUNHED

That's half the rent. It just needs the little PCB to form the edge.  :)
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TotO

Quote from: GUNHED on 14:46, 05 March 19
That's half the rent. It just needs the little PCB to form the edge.  :)
Yes... Instead, just use a Centronics to MX4 ribbon cable (like for MotherX4) + this adapter.
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Shining

@ComSoft6128: Many thanks for your offer but I think I'll need more something like TOTO posted.
@Toto: Is this PCB (or the gerber-files) somewhere available?
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TotO

Quote from: Shining on 23:24, 12 March 19
@TotO: Is this PCB (or the gerber-files) somewhere available?
I have 2 or 3 left, I can send you that. PM me!  ;)
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tjohnson

Quote from: TotO on 02:20, 13 March 19
I have 2 or 3 left, I can send you that. PM me!  ;)


Hi all  sorry to jump in but where can I get one of the x4 expansion adapters?

TotO

Quote from: tjohnson on 12:45, 13 March 19Hi all  sorry to jump in but where can I get one of the x4 expansion adapters?
Sure, just PM me too.
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